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Ha'amonga'a Maui Trilithon

Lapaha, Tongatapu Island, Tonga
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The main rock
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Ranked #4 of 5 attractions in Tongatapu Island
3.5 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
Traveller Description: The Kingdom of Tonga was once the centre of an Polynesian empire. It's present capital Nuku'alofa is on the island of Tongatupu, it's ancient capital... more »
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Adelaide, Australia
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127 helpful votes 127 helpful votes
“Which story will you believe?”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 August 2011

It is believed that the 11th King of Tonga had his seat of power here and it was built in 1200AD. Legend has it that the physical strength of Tu'itatui was reputed to have sat against the large stone slab and by striking out with a staff, he kept his people at a safe distance for fear of assassination. Tu'itatui... More

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Auckland, New Zealand
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Don't expect Stonehenge”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 August 2011

We went there as part of our island tour. It is only one archway constructed of 3 large rocks but is interesting. There is a public toilet and someone who is selling souvenirs

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California
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“Interesting, but don't expect Stonehenge”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 September 2009

It is fascinating, but don't expect a huge monument. We stopped for about 15 minutes and felt satisfied that we had spent enough time there.

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Port St. Lucie, FL
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“A must-see if you're in Tonga”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 July 2004
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A very simple site with remains of an ancient sacred and/or governmental community spread over a grassy field. There are many tales of its meaning, including that it is a doorway to another dimension. The coral stone is badly weathered, but it is amazing to consider the heavy stone crossbeam was lifted 20 feet or so without the benefit of... More

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