Malietoa Monument
Malietoa Monument
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gaiteiro
Auckland339 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
This monument is in the grounds of Le Vasa Resort, and commemorates the last battle in the 13th Century between the Samoans and the Tongans, and ended 200 years of Tongan rule over Samoa.
Written 16 July 2019
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powwow88
Sydney, Australia18 contributions
Apr 2017 • Couples
We stayed at Le Vasa for our honeymoon, it was a perfect little set up, quiet, peaceful and enough activities to keep both of us entertained. The Fale' we stayed in was nice, met all our needs and we felt at home easily. The food was great. we found the customer service especially from Tony to be exceptional. He took us on the wet'n'wild tour which was spectacular and something we would recommend. We also found Tony to be very approachable and friendly, he organised a special romantic dinner on the oceanfront with Samoan music and seafood to match a perfect sunset. The weather we had was brilliant and above all can't wait to return to Samoa. The people are exceptionally nice and willing to assist wherever needed.
The only downfall when visiting Samoa that we found was that flights from Sydney arrive and leave very early in the morning, and for this reason we'd advise you to pre-advise Le Vasa so they can pick you up and or have a room ready for you once you arrive.
Above all we'd like to personally Thank Tony and the crew for giving us a relaxing and memorable Honeymoon to a magic and beautiful part of the world.
Chris and Ange
The only downfall when visiting Samoa that we found was that flights from Sydney arrive and leave very early in the morning, and for this reason we'd advise you to pre-advise Le Vasa so they can pick you up and or have a room ready for you once you arrive.
Above all we'd like to personally Thank Tony and the crew for giving us a relaxing and memorable Honeymoon to a magic and beautiful part of the world.
Chris and Ange
Written 16 July 2017
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Casey B
19 contributions
Mar 2017 • Family
Best place to stay by far! The staff are amazing, so friendly! THE FOOD ♡♡ an service was definitely 5 stars in our books if we could give more would be 100 stars We all just loved our time here. The lagoon rooms are to die for, waking up every morning to feed the fish right over your balcony or geckos on the walls! Ocean fales are also so beautiful with amazing views!! Experience was just peace and serenity with the sounds of the ocean so close to your doorstep!#bliss but a very special thanks you to the staff who put on an amazing cultural show an food for my little brothers 21st couldn't of asked for anything more!! Will never forget! Was definitely an unforgettable night/trip They also had to put my with my crazy family especially Danni thank yous sooooo sooooo much
Written 13 March 2017
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renb8
Sydney, Australia2 contributions
Jan 2016
The beauty of this war memorial is that it is more of a monument to peace.
You can find it on the oceanfront of Le Vasa Resort, Samoa where I spent one of the most glorious weeks of my life.
The last war on this island was in the 12th century AD. The Tongans ruled over the Samoans for 300 years until the Samoans rose up and took back their freedom. The Tongans swore to only return to Samoan shores in peace. And they stuck to it.
The UN, the Middle East, the USA and other conflict zones might learn something from this piece of history. It's one thing to learn how to wage war, it's another thing to learn how to maintain peace. That's what impresses me about South Pacific nations.
You can find it on the oceanfront of Le Vasa Resort, Samoa where I spent one of the most glorious weeks of my life.
The last war on this island was in the 12th century AD. The Tongans ruled over the Samoans for 300 years until the Samoans rose up and took back their freedom. The Tongans swore to only return to Samoan shores in peace. And they stuck to it.
The UN, the Middle East, the USA and other conflict zones might learn something from this piece of history. It's one thing to learn how to wage war, it's another thing to learn how to maintain peace. That's what impresses me about South Pacific nations.
Written 2 February 2016
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Perry B
Sydney, Australia2,578 contributions
Aug 2018 • Couples
This monument gave us an amazing immersive experience with Pacific history. This was the exact spot where the Malietoa alii, matai and warriors put an end to the 300 year Tongan occupation circa 1250 AD. A simple but impressive monument on a very attractive headland and readily accessible from the Le Vasa Resort!
Written 17 August 2018
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Wendy and Albie N
Auckland, New Zealand145 contributions
Jul 2017 • Couples
The Malietoa Monument commemorates the last battle between the warriors of Tonga and Samoa, and the peaceful mutual acceptance that followed
Written 29 July 2017
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Footprints712725
6 contributions
May 2017 • Family
This monument had beautiful views surrounding it, awesome during sunset. Story behind the monument is even more beautiful.
Written 31 May 2017
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PacificExplorer1963
Adelaide, Australia64 contributions
Aug 2018 • Couples
This monument was just metres from our beautiful villa we stayed in at Le Vasa. Beautifully crafted.
Written 27 August 2018
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AJNZMAN
Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand20 contributions
Jan 2018 • Family
Fantastic stay at Le Vasa. So quiet and relaxing with amazing staff who were so hospitable and really nice.
Written 19 January 2018
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SEs
London, UK25,869 contributions
Jan 2018 • Solo
This is one of history. The king is quite popular with the locals.This monument is inside the resort not in a public place so you have get permission from the hotel to see.
Written 10 January 2018
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