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Geographical & Cultural Overview

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.

Location & Topography

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.

Demographics & Significance

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.

Administrative Structure

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.

Historical & Linguistic Heritage

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.

Time Zone & Scheduling

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.

Other names this city is known as.

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