Ontong Java Atoll
Ontong Java Atoll or Luangiua (formerly Lord Howe Atoll, not to be confused with Lord Howe Island) is one of the largest atolls on earth.
Native name: Luangiua | |
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NASA picture of Ontong Java Atoll | |
Ontong Java Ontong Java | |
| Geography | |
| Location | Pacific Ocean |
| Coordinates | 5°16′S 159°21′E |
| Archipelago | Group of three atolls |
| Total islands | 122 |
| Major islands | Luaniua and Pelau |
| Area | 1,500 km2 (580 sq mi) |
| Highest elevation | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Province | Malaita |
| Largest settlement | Luaniua (pop. 1386) |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 2085 (2006) |
| Ethnic groups | Polynesian 100% |
Geographically it belongs to a scattered group of three atolls which includes nearby Nukumanu Atoll and the wholly submerged Roncador Reef located 75 kilometres (47 miles) to the south.
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