{"h":{"id":0,"name":1,"type":2,"lat":3,"lng":4,"ranking_percentage":5,"stars":6,"teaser":7,"image":8,"copyright":9,"hostelworld_url":10},"d":[[18456,"’Ene’io Botanical Garden","national park",-18.6366,-173.9123,50,3,"Wander through a living collection of Tonga’s native flora, with curated paths leading to ocean vistas and peaceful garden clearings.","/googlePhotos/thumbnail/tonga-national-park-eneio-botanical-garden.webp","",""],[24588,"Ancient Royal Tombs of Lapaha","attraction",-21.179,-175.1182,33,4,"Walk among layered stone tombs that reveal centuries of royal lineage and ceremonial customs unique to Tonga’s chiefly history.","/googlePhotos/thumbnail/tonga-attraction-ancient-royal-tombs-of-lapaha.webp","",""],[8430,"Eua Festival","festival",-21.2,-175.15,75,2,"Experience Eua’s festival through forest walks, community gatherings, and authentic meals that highlight the island’s distinct natural and cultural identity.","","",""],[8439,"Eua National Park","national park",-21.4016,-174.9081,0,5,"Hike rugged trails beneath towering trees, discover hidden caves, and pause at dramatic cliffs overlooking the South Pacific’s endless blue.","/googlePhotos/thumbnail/tonga-national-park-eua-national-park.webp","Sheri Ward",""],[8417,"Fafa Island Beach","beach",-21.0871,-175.1586,25,4,"Swim in clear shallows, drift over coral, and find quiet corners where the only sounds are wind and water.","","",""],[18454,"Falevai","village",-18.7077,-174.0346,50,3,"Navigate a maze of islands and shallow waters, discovering a community where homes stand above the tides and the sea shapes every routine.","","",""],[8446,"Ha‘amonga ‘a Maui","unique site",-21.1366,-175.0481,0,5,"Trace the outline of Tonga’s past at a stone monument whose origins and purpose invite reflection on Polynesian navigation and leadership.","/googlePhotos/thumbnail/tonga-unique-site-haamonga-a-maui.webp","",""],[8418,"Ha‘atafu Beach","beach",-21.0698,-175.335,0,5,"Watch waves roll in from the open Pacific, walk the length of the sand, and spot surfers riding the outer reef.","","",""],[18453,"Ha‘avakatolo","village",-21.1067,-175.3401,75,2,"Experience daily life where fishermen launch at dawn and artisans craft goods, all set beside a tranquil lagoon on Tongatapu’s western edge.","","",""],[19216,"Ha’apai","region",-20.2,-175.5,29,4,"Experience quiet islands where migrating humpbacks pass close to shore, and daily life moves to the rhythm of small village communities.","","",""],[24586,"Haʻamonga ʻa Maui Trilithon","attraction",-21.1366,-175.0431,0,5,"Stand beneath massive stone arches that prompt debate about ancient engineering, astronomical alignments, and the island’s early rulers.","/googlePhotos/thumbnail/tonga-attraction-ha-amonga-a-maui-trilithon.webp","",""],[8431,"Heilala Festival","festival",-21.137,-175.15,0,5,"Join the Heilala Festival to witness Tonga’s royal celebrations, community sports, and pageantry, all set against a backdrop of elaborate floral traditions.","","",""],[8447,"Hufangalupe Natural Land Bridge","unique site",-21.2328,-175.1908,67,2,"Walk across a natural arch carved by relentless surf, then look down to see waves churning through the opening far below your feet.","/googlePhotos/thumbnail/tonga-unique-site-hufangalupe-natural-land-bridge.webp","1986evgen",""],[18458,"ʻEua National Park Coastal Track","hike",-21.401429644709,-174.90804107267,0,5,"Follow rugged forest trails along dramatic cliffs, passing through ancient trees and open clearings where the Pacific stretches far below.","","",""],[18452,"Kolovai","town",-21.1007,-175.3401,50,3,"Watch fruit bats roost above a quiet village, then wander beneath centuries-old trees that mark Kolovai’s place in Tongan tradition.","","",""],[19217,"Lifuka","region",-19.2,-175.8,43,3,"Wander through the main town’s market, spot faded colonial buildings, and use Lifuka as a practical base for exploring the Ha’apai group.","","",""],[8421,"Mānuka Beach","beach",-21.1222,-175.0993,75,2,"Relax by gentle waters, share a meal under trees, and observe daily life as fishermen launch their boats nearby.","/googlePhotos/thumbnail/tonga-beach-manuka-beach.webp","",""],[8426,"Mu‘a","village",-21.1799,-175.1155,0,5,"Trace Tonga’s royal lineage among stone burial mounds and monuments, set on a plateau that once anchored the islands’ political power.","","",""],[8427,"Neiafu","town",-18.6477,-173.9837,25,4,"Experience a lively port where sailboats gather, fresh produce fills the air, and panoramic views reveal the scattered islands of Vava’u.","","",""],[8441,"Niuatoputapu","region",-15.9566,-173.7783,71,2,"Travel to a far-flung island where volcanic peaks rise above quiet settlements and most food is grown, caught, or gathered locally.","/googlePhotos/thumbnail/tonga-region-niuatoputapu.webp","Masayuki Kotani",""],[8428,"Nuku’alofa","town",-21.1343,-175.2005,0,5,"Stroll from the bustling market to the palace gates, then linger along the waterfront where Tonga’s capital meets the South Pacific.","","",""],[8429,"Pangai","village",-19.8114,-174.3503,25,4,"Stroll through a low-key administrative center where daily life unfolds along the waterfront and traditional events shape the weekly rhythm.","","",""],[19215,"Pangaimotu Island","region",-21.1333,-175.15,57,3,"Swim over shallow wrecks, relax at a rustic beachside bar, and enjoy a quick getaway just minutes from Tonga’s capital.","","",""],[24587,"Royal Palace of Tonga","attraction",-21.1314,-175.2006,67,2,"View the official residence of Tonga’s monarch, where ceremonial events and daily governance shape the country’s modern identity.","/googlePhotos/thumbnail/tonga-attraction-royal-palace-of-tonga.webp","",""],[8442,"Tafahi Island","region",-15.8543,-173.748,86,1,"Climb a dramatic volcanic slope, walk through dense fruit groves, and experience a remote island with minimal infrastructure.","","",""],[8437,"Tofua Volcano Trail","hike",-19.7512,-175.0753,33,4,"Traverse volcanic slopes and steaming vents to reach the crater rim, with stark landscapes and a hidden lake at the heart of the island.","","",""],[8433,"Tongan Cultural Festival","festival",-21.1344,-175.204,50,3,"Immerse yourself in Tongan heritage with live dance, hands-on craft demonstrations, and communal rituals that reveal the depth of local customs.","","",""],[8434,"Tongan Independence Day","festival",-21.1395,-175.199,25,4,"Mark Tonga’s national day with official ceremonies, public gatherings, and shared meals that reflect the country’s pride and collective spirit.","","",""],[19174,"Tongatapu Island","region",-21.134,-175.157,14,5,"Visit ancient stone monuments, navigate the bustle of Nuku’alofa, and watch ocean spray shoot skyward along the rugged southern coast.","","",""],[8424,"Uoleva Island","beach",-19.8472,-174.4041,50,3,"Wake to sunrise over empty sands, wander between tidal pools, and sleep steps from the water in simple shelters.","/googlePhotos/thumbnail/tonga-beach-uoleva-island.webp","Wolf-dieter Baumgartner",""],[8443,"Vava’u Island","region",-18.65,-173.9833,0,5,"Sail between sheltered bays, kayak beneath towering cliffs, and use Vava’u as a launch point for exploring Tonga’s northern waters.","","",""]],"airports":["Nuku’alofa"]}