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Pukapuka
Native name:
Te Ulu o te Watu
Aerial view of Pukapuka Atoll
Map
Geography
LocationCentral-Southern Pacific Ocean
Coordinates10°53′00″S 165°51′00″W / 10.88333°S 165.85000°W / -10.88333; -165.85000
ArchipelagoCook Islands
Area5 km2 (1.9 sq mi)
Administration
Cook Islands
Demographics
Population425 (2016)
Ethnic groupsPolynesian
Pukapuka is located in Pacific Ocean
Pukapuka
Pukapuka
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Location of Pukapuka Atoll in the Pacific Ocean
Map of Pukapuka Atoll

Pukapuka, formerly Danger Island, is a coral atoll in the northern group of the Cook Islands in the Pacific Ocean. It is one of the most remote islands of the Cook Islands, situated about 1,140 kilometres (708 miles) northwest of Rarotonga. On this small island, an ancient culture and distinct language have been maintained over many centuries. The population of Puka Puka is around 400 people.

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