Nukunonu

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Satellite image of Nukunonu
Satellite image of Nukunonu

Nukunonu, is a group of coral islets within Tokelau in the south Pacific Ocean. Covering 5.5 km², it is the largest of the three islands that constitute Tokelau, and is composed of an atoll surrounding a central lagoon, which itself covers some 90 km².

The main settlement on the atoll is located on Nukunonu Island at the southwestern edge of the lagoon. Other islets in the group include Motuhaga, Te Puka e Mua, Ahua, Motufala, Punalei, Taulagapapa, Niututahi, Saumagalu, Apia, Laulauia, Avakilikili, Fatigauhu, Tokelau, Te Fakanava, Te Puku, and Te Kamu to name a few. The atoll is located at 171° 50' West, 9° 10' South.

Coordinates: 9°10′06″S, 171°48′35″W