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Tarawa, a significant locality within Kiribati, offers a unique geographical and cultural profile. This city, known internationally by its standardized name Tarawa, serves as a key point of interest in its region.
Positioned at latitude 1.3278 and longitude 172.97696, the city's precise coordinates place it distinctly on the world map. Its digital elevation model indicates an average altitude of 6 meters, shaping the area's physical character.
As a community of approximately 40,311 people, Tarawa holds a specific demographic weight within its administrative area. Its official designation as a PPLC underscores its importance in the regional hierarchy.
Administratively, the city falls under the primary jurisdiction of 01. It is further organized within the TW subdivision, which helps to define its local governance and services.
The rich history of the region is reflected in the variety of names used for the city over time. In addition to its primary name, it is also recognized as Juzhnaja Tarava, South Tarawa, Sued-Tarawa, each name offering a glimpse into its linguistic and cultural heritage.
All local activities, scheduling, and daily life in Tarawa are synchronized to the Pacific/Tarawa timezone, ensuring its alignment with the broader regional and international time standards.
Juzhnaja Tarava South Tarawa Sued-Tarawa Süd-Tarawa TRW Tarawa Tarawa Sud Tarawa do Sul Tarawa-Sud Zuid-Tarawa namtalawa sauseutalawa talawa Южная Тарава דרום טאראווה 남타라와 사우스타라와 타라와
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