The Kingdom of Tonga, also known as the Friendly Islands, has a few synonyms. In Tongan, the official language of the country, it is called Puleʻanga Fakatuʻi ʻo Tonga. Another synonym for Tonga is the Tongan Islands. Other names that are sometimes used to refer to Tonga are the Kingdom of the Friendly Isles, the Land of the Flying Foxes, and the Kingdom of the Encircling Sea. These synonyms reflect the beautiful and unique aspects of Tonga's culture and natural environment, such as its warm and welcoming people, diverse wildlife, and stunning sea views.