Geography
Tonga is in Polynesia, Oceania. Its listed coordinates are -20, -175; it has no listed land-border neighbors.
Neighboring countries: No land borders.
Oceania
Tonga
Tonga is a country in Polynesia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Nuku'alofa
- Continent
- Oceania
- Region
- Polynesia
- Population
- 100.2 thousand
- Area
- 747 km²
- Currency
- Tongan paʻanga (TOP)
- Official language
- English, Tongan
- Calling code
- +676
- Internet TLD
- .to
- Time zone
- UTC+13:00
Tonga map preview: -20.00, -175.00
People and Culture
Tonga uses English, Tongan in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Tonga varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Tonga is recorded with the official name Kingdom of Tonga. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Nuku'alofa
- Polynesia cultural and historic sites
- Oceania map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Nuku'alofa
- Time zone data: UTC+13:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Tonga is grouped under Oceania.
- Tonga has a listed area of 747 km².
- Tonga is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Tonga
What is the capital of Tonga?
The capital of Tonga is Nuku'alofa.
What continent is Tonga in?
Tonga is in Oceania.
What currency does Tonga use?
Tonga uses the Tongan paʻanga.
What language is spoken in Tonga?
English, Tongan is listed for Tonga in this database.