March
14
/ 2020
There are many small countries in the vast South Pacific and they are often unknown to the world outside the region. Niue is one of these - a tiny country with a unique culture as a result of its history. It has been nicknamed ‘Rock of Polynesia’ because of its rugged terrain. Geography of Niue The island is an upraised coral reef and is approximately 375 miles (605 km) south of Tonga and 391 miles (630 km) west of Samoa. It is further to the Cook Islands. Niue has no natural harbor, but the island overlooks a beautiful lagoon and is culturally distinct. It is only 260 square kilometers and traditionally most of the population lived on the west of
