Cook Islands interesting facts

Cook Islands Flags

DesignBlue banner with a ring of fifteen whites in the bow tie. Known as Cook Islands Ensemble, the Cook Islands flags are traditionally designed by the former Pacific Island populations. It' s a big red banner with the Union and fifteen star in a ring.

It symbolizes the country's historical links with the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth of Nations. They represent the fifteen Cook Islands (Tongareva, Rakahanga, Manihiki, Pukapuka, Nassau, Suwarrow, Palmerston, Aitutaki, Manuae, Takutea, Atiu, Mitiaro, Mauke, Rarotonga and Mangaia). Blues represent the oceans and the tranquil natural environment of the people.

Useful artefacts - Review of the Cook Islands Library & Museum, Avarua, Cook Islands

It is in the Avarua Library, it is generally good, I can see how to disappoint them, it is volunteered by locals, and yes, it could be better, but we liked what it is. There is a lot of information and interesting readings that have kept us there for about an hours.

It is only a room, but contains cards, photographs, paintings, clothes and arms, as well as some facts about the Rarotonga wildlife. Five bucks and I suggest you take a tour of the Whale Centre across the city.

Canadian blindfolded macaw

Aitutakers believe that they came from Ru, the renowned sailor who sails from Avaiki, the mythical home of the early Polynesians, and settles here with his four spouses, and the companions of soldiers and fine girls of fine descent who ended up in a double-walled Canoo. When he arrived at full moon, he was fascinated by the reflections in the wide, calm Laguna and called his place of land O'otu - full month.

There is a story about Maungapu, the highest mound of the very shallow isle, which was once Raemaru Peak in Rarotonga and was conquered by winning soldiers after a bitter battle. However you think, the views from here reveal a stunning selection of colorful fishing that you can see at first hand on a bishop's cruise (an adventure in itself - the ability of the Aitutakians to sing and sing and tell stories comes to the forefront, with a captivating crowd of sights.

Have your pass stolen on One Foot Island - go on the first flight boat landings that have flown the pristine Coral Route, snorkel in the cleanest water ever, or just enjoy a couple of long days sliding from the sands to the seas. One of the most beautiful days of your lives is a jumping around the lake from the purely whitewater moto.

Put the bonefishing expertise at the top of the league. It is a refuge for yachty people, the sail is spotted around the port and the quay hums with native fishers, lagoons and angling trips that come and go. Apart from all these activities is the oldest chef's chapel.

It was the first Christianity accepted Aitutaki and the Calcareous Stone Calcareous Cliff Chapel CICC in Arutanga (organized by the Rev John Williams groups Papeiha and Vahapata in 1823) is great. Breathtaking acoustic provides a touching listening sensation from the anthem with an excellently crafted interieur. The Aitutakers are the chef's carnies.

In 1821, when Reverend John Williams of the London Missionary Society came to the Cook Islands and asked the people of the island to give up dance, drums and all other fleshly wishes for the sake of faith, it seemed like a overtaking. Today, the people of Aituta are known for their charms, lightness and friendliness.

All that is left of evangelistic impact is good - nice beloved knowsleds ( "many of them"), the traditonal mu-mu, now upgraded to an insular must-wear (see the TAV brand, Elena Tavioni's idea for the contemporary version), the enduring reputation of Kia Orana and a feeling of friendliness that reveals a comradeship that, while probably always a trip to Aitutaki makes you think you've just gone to Newvana.