Aranuka Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
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About Aranuka
The island is located in the central Gilbert Islands just north of the equator with an area of 15.5 km² and a population of 1125 (2015). This triangular atoll is formed by three islets called Buariki, Takaeang and Baurua. Buariki and Baurua are the largest and form the base of the triangle while Takaeang being the smallest forms the top corner. The islets are connected by sandbacks especially on the northern side and an underwater reef crest on the southern side. There is also a wide pass to the lagoon in the center. The main administrative center is located at Buariki. A Junior Secondary School and the main clinic center are also located here. Two other clinics are located in Takaeang and Baurua. Aranuka has four villages: Buariki is the largest,neither about 500 people in 2010, followed
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