Namukulu | |
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Coordinates: 18°57′S169°54′W / 18.950°S 169.900°W | |
Country | Niue |
Tribal Area | Motu |
Area | |
• Total | 1.48 km2 (0.57 sq mi) |
Population (2022) | |
• Total | 9 |
• Density | 6.08/km2 (15.7/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC-11 (UTC-11) |
Area code | +683 |
Namukulu is one of the fourteen villages of Niue. [1] With a population of 9 (2022 census), it is the smallest village on the island. [2] It has an observation point located close to the Namukulu Cottages. [3]
The village was established in 1922 by people moving from Tuapa. [4] It celebrated its centenary in 2022. [4]
The village is located about 5 kilometres from Alofi, and lies between the villages of Tuapa and Hikutavake. There is a single resort, Namukulu Cottages & Spa.
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