KIRIBATI
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MAURI ! This Web site has been developed by an I-Kiribati (Kiribati person) for the people of Kiribati, friends of Kiribati and as an aid to visitors who are always most welcome. It is also for those friends wishing to find out a little more about the Republic of Kiribati (formerly the Gilbert Islands - including Banaba - as well as the Line Islands and Phoenix Group). Scattered over a vast expanse of the Central Pacific Ocean, the Republic of Kiribati in Micronesia lies astride the Equator and comprises thirty-three islands each of which with its own unique culture, customs, rituals, history, myths and legends and lifestyle. |
The name "Kiribati" is the local language equivalent of the word "Gilberts" and is pronounced "Ki-ri-bas."
The Republic of Kiribati, covering the total area of about 5 million square kilometres, is made up of three groups of islands:
1. Gilbert Group (Kiribati) - 16 islands or atolls, as well as Banaba (Ocean Island), about 400 kilometres south-west of Tarawa, capital of the Republic of Kiribati; from north to south, the islands are: Makin, Butaritari, Marakei, Abaiang, Tarawa, Maiana, Abemama, Kuria, Aranuka, Nonouti, Tabiteuea, Beru, Nikunau, Onotoa, Tamana and Arorae.
2. Line Islands (Republic of Kiribati), (The Northern Equatorial Islands) - eight islands, 2400 kilometres east of Kiribati and include the unique and beautiful Kiritimati (Christmas Island, the world's largest atoll in land area), Fanning Island (Tabuaeran) and Millennium Island (formerly Caroline Island) so named as it was the first to greet the dawn of the new millennium (check out Kiribati 2000 and Kiribati 2000 Part 2);
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3. Phoenix Group (Republic of Kiribati) - eight islands, 1120 kilometres E.S.E.of Kiribati and include Canton Island (Kanton), Gardner Island (Nikumaroro) and Hull Island (Orona).
Please come with me on a journey to the beautiful and enchanting islands of the Republic of Kiribati. This can easily be undertaken by clicking on any of the Maps provided above, as well as the Links on the Menu to the left. For new visitors it will be the trip of a lifetime, and for old friends it will be a journey to remember and treasure once more.
Also included is information on accommodation and travel to/from and within the Republic of Kiribati.
A Chat Room and The Republic of Kiribati Web Forum have been made available for the use of all welcome visitors. Should you require further information about the Republic of Kiribati and for comments about the content of this Web site, feel free to contact me at jane@janeresture.com or use either our Message Board (below) or The Republic of Kiribati Web Forum - ara maneaba ni maroro!
Kam bati n rabwa ao Ti a boo moa! - Thank you very much and Goodbye for now!
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H.R.H. PRINCE PHILIP'S FIRST VISIT TO BAIRIKI, TARAWA, REPUBLIC OF KIRIBATI
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*The above picture of Jane Resture was very important to Jane as it was taken only a few minutes before the arrival of H.R.H. Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh who represented his wife, Queen Elizabeth II who could not make it to Tarawa, Gilbert Islands (Republic of Kiribati) at that important time. Jane was also the very first person here at the main Stadium, Bairiki (capital of Tarawa), to be introduced to H.R.H. Prince Philip by her dear Uncle Frank Pasefika (Pacific Frank Restieaux-Resture) who accompanied and introduced the Prince to her. At that time, Prince Philip had just arrived on Bairiki, Tarawa, from his important visit to Christmas Island (Kiritimati, Line Islands) on Her Majesty's Yacht Britannia. The Prince was later introduced to Father Dwyer, Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Sisters (Australians) and a Gilbertese (I-Kiribati) Sister (above picture). Jane well remembers Prince Philip's firm handshake, his short conversation with her and ready smile when she was introduced to him and how splendid and very handsome he looked in his white uniform. To this day, Jane still remembers that important and memorable early evening and how fortunate she was to be part of this wonderful and happy occasion, particularly as this was Prince Philip's very first visit to Bairiki, Tarawa, the capital of the Gilbert Islands (Republic of Kiribati). |
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ASTRIDE THE EQUATORChristmas
Island Bombers (Kiribati)
Christmas
Island Bomber (Kiribati)
Living
at Canton IslandKiribati
Cultural Traditions Kiribati
- A Short History Christmas
Island (Kiribati) - Photographs 1 - Parts 1,2,3
(2005)
Politics
in KiribatiExtract from
ASTRIDE THE EQUATORBanaba
(Kiribati)
- Aspects of History
Kiribati
Protestant Church (KPC) Report
Bully
Hayes
- South Sea Pirate - Line Islands, Kiribati
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