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==Tarawa==
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===Background===
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Tarawa is an atoll in the central Pacific Ocean, previously the capital of the former British colony of the Gilbert and Ellice Islands. It is the location of the capital of the Republic of Kiribati, South Tarawa. The island is known by outsiders as being the site of the Battle of Tarawa during World War II.
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| summary= '''Tarawa''' is an atoll and the capital of the Republic of [[Kiribati]] It is in the central Pacific Ocean, previously the capital of the former British colony of the Gilbert and Ellice Islands. The island is known by outsiders as being the site of the Battle of Tarawa during World War II.
Tarawa consists of around 24 larger islets, of which at least 8 are inhabited. The largest islet (South Tarawa) extends from Bonriki (southeast corner of the atoll) along the entire south side but Betio of the lagoon to Bairiki. A causeway now connects Bairiki to Betio (Japanese causeway). The largest town, Bikenibeu, and the only airport on Tarawa, Bonriki International Airport, are on South Tarawa. Tarawa is located at approximately latitude 1°22'47" N, longitude 173°09'06" E (Bonriki Airport).
Tarawa consists of around 24 larger islets, of which at least 8 are inhabited. The largest islet (South Tarawa) extends from Bonriki (southeast corner of the atoll) along the entire south side but Betio of the lagoon to Bairiki. A causeway now connects Bairiki to Betio (Japanese causeway). The largest town, Bikenibeu, and the only airport on Tarawa, Bonriki International Airport, are on South Tarawa. Tarawa is located at approximately latitude 1°22'47" N, longitude 173°09'06" E (Bonriki Airport).
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===Charts===
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Latest revision as of 13:07, 22 October 2018

World ▶ South Pacific ▶ Kiribati ▶ Tarawa

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Tarawa
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01°28.624'N, 172°58.539'E Chart icon.png
lat=1.47707 | lon=172.97565 | zoom=10 | y
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Map of Tarawa

Tarawa is an atoll and the capital of the Republic of Kiribati It is in the central Pacific Ocean, previously the capital of the former British colony of the Gilbert and Ellice Islands. The island is known by outsiders as being the site of the Battle of Tarawa during World War II.

Tarawa consists of around 24 larger islets, of which at least 8 are inhabited. The largest islet (South Tarawa) extends from Bonriki (southeast corner of the atoll) along the entire south side but Betio of the lagoon to Bairiki. A causeway now connects Bairiki to Betio (Japanese causeway). The largest town, Bikenibeu, and the only airport on Tarawa, Bonriki International Airport, are on South Tarawa. Tarawa is located at approximately latitude 1°22'47" N, longitude 173°09'06" E (Bonriki Airport).

Charts

See Kiribati.

Weather

See Kiribati.

Passages

See Kiribati.

Islands

See Gilbert Islands .

Communication

See Kiribati.

Navigation

Add any navigation notes such approaches, dangers etc here. If this section does not apply, remove it.

Entrance

Tarawa has a port of entry, Betio, for Kiribati. For details see Entrance: Kiribati.

Berthing

Ports

Betio

Betio/wiki/Tarawa#Betio
Harbour icon Betio [[Tarawa#Betio|Betio]] 01°21.952'N, 172°55.990'E
Port of Entry
This is not a harbour but has a pier protecting commerical ships and fishing boats. Yachts anchor west of the pier in 3-8 m allowing plenty of room for swinging. The bottom is sand and provides good holding.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

None.

Amenities

Facilities
Water ?
Electricity ?
Toilets ?
Showers ?
Laundry ?
Garbage ?
Supplies
Fuel ?
Bottled gas ?
Chandlers ?
Services
Repairs ?
Internet ?
Mobile connectivity ?
Vehicle rentals ?

Provisioning

Give the names and locations of supermarkets, grocery stores, bakeries, etc.

Store name1/wiki/Tarawa#.3Cspan_style.3D.22color:magenta_.22.3EStore_name1.3C.2Fspan.3EProvisions icon Store name1 [[Tarawa#Store name1|Store name1]] DD.ddd, DD.ddd description, location, tel. +XX XXXX XXXXX.

Store name2/wiki/Tarawa#.3Cspan_style.3D.22color:magenta_.22.3EStore_name2.3C.2Fspan.3EProvisions icon Store name2 [[Tarawa#Store name2|Store name2]] DD.ddd, DD.ddd description, location, tel. +XX XXXX XXXXX.

Eating out

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Name/wiki/Tarawa#.27.27.3Cspan_style.3D.22color:magenta_.22.3EName.3C.2Fspan.3E.27.27Eatingout icon Name [[Tarawa#Name|Name]] DD.ddd, DD.ddd description, tel. +XX XXXX XXXXX.
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Name/wiki/Tarawa#.27.27.3Cspan_style.3D.22color:magenta_.22.3EName.3C.2Fspan.3E.27.27Eatingout icon Name [[Tarawa#Name|Name]] DD.ddd, DD.ddd description, tel. +XX XXXX XXXXX.

Transportation

  • Tarawa airport, Bonriki International Airport (TRW IATA), is on South Tarawa. There are weekly flight to Brisbane, Australia
  • Occasional supply boats from Fiji every now and then

Tourism

History

Give a short history of the island.

Places to Visit

List places of interest, tours, etc.

Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forums

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

Links

References

See Kiribati.

Comments

We welcome users' contributions to the Wiki. Please click on Comments to view other users' comments, add your own personal experiences or recommend any changes to this page following your visit.

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