Monday 24 June 2013

Capital city of the week: Avarua





Avarua means "two harbours" in English

Avarua

It is the capital of a country which is made up of a number of islands.



Raw fish is a normal part of Avaruan's diet


Church in Avarua


Nearly everything in Avarua is closed on Sunday's – except the churches, of course

Flame tree Avarua


And you can see lovely trees like this in Avarua.

So where is Avarua?













It is the capital of THE COOK ISLANDS!
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  2. I love your destination!
    Not sure I could handle the raw fish though!
    Margaret

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