Funafuti Atoll in the Pacific Ocean
Published by Asya in Fishing, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Swimming, Tuvalu
Tuvalu’s tiny capital of Funafuti is just 2.8 sq km and has a population of 4,500. Vaiaku village on Fongafale Islet is the main business centre and home to the International airport. The largest of Funafuti’s islets, Fongafale is 12km long and very narrow. It was formerly a base for American bombers during World War II, and there are still some old war relics. The atoll is renowned for its vast lagoon – 24km long and 18km wide – which has several reef passages. The Funafuti Conservation Area on the atoll’s western side is a great place for snorkelling. There is limited accommodation at Funafala Islet in the south.
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