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Tonga History and Culture




History
The Tongan Islands were probably settled from Fiji about 3,500 years ago. Tonga developed as a highly stratified society with social classes and paramount chiefs. Warfare was common as chiefs competed to expand their respective domains. In 1616 Dutch explorers became the first Europeans to visit Tonga. They were followed by the British explorer. On June 4, 1970, Tonga became completely independent of the United Kingdom.

Culture
Tonga has a unique cultural experience. Feasting plays a major role in the Tongan lifestyle, with Tongan feasts famous throughout the Pacific for their variety of food and gargantuan size.


 

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