Avarua (meaning "Two Harbours" in Cook Islands Māori) is a town and district in the north of the island of Rarotonga, and is the national capital of the Cook Islands. The town is served by Rarotonga International Airport ( IATA Airport Code : RAR) and Avatiu Harbour.

Ngamaru Rongotini Ariki was a sovereign of the Cook Islands. He was the ariki of the Ngamaru dynasty on the island of Atiu, one of the chiefdoms of Ngaputoru, which consisted of three adjoining islands —Atiu, Mitiaro, and Mauke.

Ngamaru Rongotini Ariki (c. 1831 – 31 March 1903) was a sovereign of the Cook Islands. He was the ariki of the Ngamaru dynasty on the island of Atiu, one of the chiefdoms of Ngaputoru, which consisted of three adjoining islands —Atiu, Mitiaro, and Mauke. In the 1860s he married Makea Takau, a princess of Rarotonga.

Culture of Avarua, its fascinating sights and iconic landmarks. Cultural places of interest that are must to visit for a curious traveller while being in Avarua - temples, museums, old town, historical monuments, theaters, palaces and many more.

The Avarua Historical Walking tour is a 1½ hour leisurely paced guided walk through the historical parts of Avarua, down town. The tour is conducted by our knowledgeable guide who will trace the Cook Islands history from Polynesian settlement of Rarotonga to the discovery and colonization by New Zealand administration, the missionaries and ...

6 days ago · 1427/24 – LESTER PAPERA Market Rental: Areanu 104A Avarua. 234/25 – BH FOR MARGRET NUMANGA nee BROWN, ALEXANDRIA WILL nee NICHOLAS, ROHAN ELLIS AND CHRISTOPHER NICHOLAS Native Reserve: Puapuautu 105C, Avarua. 1359/23 – RANGI AUE AND HER DIRECT DESCENDANTS Declaration and …

Follow your local guide through the island's villages, down picturesque lanes and past breathtaking mountainous scenery. Listen to your guide's informative commentary about the culture, history, folklore and traditions of the native islanders.

The Rev. Aaron Buzacott c. 1849. Aaron Buzacott considered schools constitute one of the most important departments of missionary labour, and he paid special attention to the selection and education of native people.This purpose was advanced by his purchase of a piece of land on Avarua (Rarotonga) for 150 dollars, funded by the London Missionary Society; around which he paid for a stone wall ...

Jul 11, 2022 · Avarua might be a town on a tiny South Pacific island, but it won’t feel too out-of-place to your usual bustling urban experience. This cool little capital is brimming with museums, art galleries and eateries and is where much of Rarotonga ‘s remaining historical sites …

Exploring the Muri Environment Care - Takitumu Native Plant Nursery in Rarotonga is a distinctive and meaningful experience that provides insight into the conservation of native plants. Unlike typical tourist spots, this nursery offers a hands-on opportunity to …