Lapaha Postal Codes, Tongatapu Tonga

There is no official postal code or zip code for Lapaha, as the Tonga does not use a national postal code system. Mail delivery in Tonga relies almost entirely on the P.O. Box (Post Office Box) system. If an online form or shipping site requires a mandatory code, 00000 (five zeros) or N/A can be used to complete the field. However, please note this is not an official code. For successful delivery to Tonga, providing a P.O. Box number is essential. A sample P.O. Box address is: [Recipient Name], P.O. Box [XXXXX], Lapaha, Tongatapu, Tonga.

Lapaha on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Lapaha districts in Tonga. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Lapaha

Key Facts

Lapaha is a village located on the island of Tongatapu in the Kingdom of Tonga. Situated on the eastern coast of Tongatapu, approximately 10 kilometers from the capital Nuku'alofa, Lapaha holds significant historical importance as the traditional capital of the Tu'i Tonga Empire, which ruled much of the Pacific from the 10th to the 19th centuries. The village covers an area of approximately 2.5 square kilometers and has a population of around 1,500 residents. Lapaha is divided into several traditional districts and is renowned for its ancient royal tombs known as langi, which are massive stone structures built for the Tu'i Tonga kings. These archaeological sites represent some of the most important cultural heritage in the Pacific region. The village maintains strong traditional governance structures and continues to be an important center for Tongan culture and history. For accessing postal code information and detailed location data for Lapaha's various districts and surrounding areas, comprehensive regional databases are available.