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Pukapuka as seen from the Space Shuttle
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Identification
Mission: ISS002 Roll: E Frame: 9915 Mission ID on the Film or image: ISS002
Country or Geographic Name: COOK ISLANDS
Features: PUKAPUKA ATOLL
Center Point Latitude: -11.0 Center Point Longitude: -166.0
(Negative numbers indicate south for latitude and west for longitude)
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Pukapuka as seen from the Inernational Space Station
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PUKAPUKA - was referred to as Danger Island in the 18th century by foreign sailors, because of hazardous rocks that lie hidden just outside the reef, traditionally named Te Ulu-o-te-Watu ("head of the rock"), it also has the reputation for romance & adventure.
Pukapuka has three small islets called motus, a total land area of 1.9 square miles, and still supports around 660 inhabitants in three villages, with a good supply of fresh water [see large map for village locations].
Closer to Samoa than its capital, Rarotonga (820 miles), this atoll reflects the personality of its neighbors to the west. Originally settled in 1300 by Samoan forbears, which influenced customs and language, the current inhabitants are dependent on seasonal shellfish and fruit for their food supply. Flights from Rarotonga are available. |
Ata Wai Wolo
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