The king of the Pacific island nation of Tonga, Tupou VI, has been formally crowned, more than three years after ascending to the throne.
Foreign royals, including the Crown Prince of Japan, attended the coronation ceremony in the capital, Nuku'alofa.
A retired Australian minister performed the crowning as it is taboo for Tongans to touch their king's head.
Former King George Tupou V died in March 2012.
The coronation was the culmination of a week of festivities that included a traditional drinking rite, street parties and feasts.
The king of the Pacific island nation of Tonga, Tupou VI, has been formally crowned, more than three years after ascending to the throne.Foreign royals, including the Crown Prince of Japan, attended the coronation ceremony in the capital, Nuku'alofa.A retired Australian minister performed the crowning as it is taboo for Tongans to touch their king's head.Former King George Tupou V died in March 2012.The coronation was the culmination of a week of festivities that included a traditional drinking rite, street parties and feasts.
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