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Tarawa is reckoned as one of the premier tourist destinations in Kiribati. Previously Tarawa served as the capital of Ellice Islands and Gilbert, the two erstwhile British colonies. The spectacular island of Tarawa occupies an important place in the world history. During the Second World War the Battle of Tarawa took place in this wonderful island of Kiribati. The international travelers coming for Tarawa tours can enjoy the unique opportunity of experiencing the stunning tourist hubs and the enchanting sightseeing destinations of Tarawa.

The enchanting island of Tarawa comprises 24 big islets; of these 24 islets only 8 islets inhabited by people. Bikenibeu, the biggest town of Tarawa is also a major tourist hub. The Bonriki International Airport is the main international airport of Tarawa. The Bonriki International Airport is located on South Tarawa. As per the 1990 consensus the population of Tarawa was 28,802. Tarawa is home to the Micronesian Gilbertese population. Tarawa is a beautiful atoll situated in the central Pacific Ocean. Tarawa consists of three administrative subdivisions:

The Tarawa leta or the North Tarawa, the Betio Town Council, the Teinainano Urban Council are the 3 administrative subdivisions of Tarawa. The Teinainano Urban Council also known as the TUC extends from Bairiki to Bonriki. The Teinainano Urban Council falls in South Tarawa; the Teinainano Urban Council serves as the capital of Kiribati. The Betio Town Council is located on the Betio islet. The chief administrative center of the Kiribati is situated at Bairki on the southern part of Tarawa.

The Ambo Islet is the seat of the Tarawa Parliament. The Betio Islet of Kiribati is the main hub from where pearl shell and copra are exported to the different countries of the world. The Australian dollar is the main currency of Kiribati. Tarawa is also famous for its tourist attractions. Travelers from all over the globe visit the tourist attractions in Tarawa. Sightseeing in Tarawa is embarked upon by tens of thousands of foreign travelers all the year around. Many foreign tourists also come for undertaking excursions in Tarawa. The excursions in Tarawa allow the international tourists to explore the beauty and splendor of this spectacular island of Kiribati.

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