Tonga to seek World Heritage recognition for stone monuments Tonga’s ancient stonework monuments are unique in the Pacific, and the largest of them, Lapaha’s Paepae ‘o Tele’a tombs, are to be submitted for recognition as a World Heritage Site. Please subscribe to access premium content. Tags: Tourism & TravelDr Geoffrey ClarkPaepae 'o Tele'aNivaleti Melekiola Read more about Tonga to seek World Heritage recognition for stone monumentsLog in or register to post comments