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Calling the blow-hole gods

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Calling to the blow-holes of Houma..A couple of small spouts can be seen on the right

Some of the most spectacular blowholes in the South Pacific can be found along the terraced coastline of south west Tongatapu. Here you’ll find not one blowhole, but hundreds of them along a four mile stretch of wild windswept coastline, the largest spouts of sea water being thrown almost 30 metres into the air. Best viewed at high tide, the blowholes are accessible a km walk past the inland village of Houma. Buses to Houma from Nuku’alofa take about 30 minutes.

It is reputed that one of the ancient Chiefs of Tonga spend his hours meditating over the blowholes and listening to the whistling of the waves – hence their name – ‘Mapu’a ‘a Vaca’ meaning ‘Chief’s Whistles’.

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Jackson Hole Real Estate Facts

If you’re interested in acquiring a piece of Jackson Hole Real Estate, there are some things to know about this scenic part of the country. Between the fabulous scenery, the world-class skiing and the local arts community, Teton valley real estate is prime for vacation homes or year-round residential living. A local Jackson hole real estate agent can give you the low-down on what’s available in terms of Jackson Hole homes for sale; in the meantime, here’s some interesting facts about this unique area.

It’s About The Skiing

Snow King, Jackson’s original hill, opened in the late 1930s. The Jackson Hole Ski Resort opened in 1966; located about 12 miles away from the town of Jackson proper, it features one of the steepest vertical drops on the North American continent. Since then, several other excellent ski areas have opened in and around Jackson; it is one reason that many celebrities maintain  Jackson Hole WY homes.

Of course, the original Jackson Hole WY homes were the lodges of the Shoshoni, Crow, Blackfoot and Gros Ventre Indians who had lived in the area for hundreds of years. The first European to see Teton Valley real estate was John Colter, a member of the famous Lewis and Clark Expedition during the return trip in 1806 (neither Lewis nor Clark actually came to the valley, however). Over the next several decades, the valley was frequented by mountain men whose names are legendary in the annals of the American West, including Jim Bridger and Jedidiah Smith. It was one of these early fur trappers, by the name of David Jackson.

The town of Jackson itself was incorporated in 1894; it is notable for having elected the first all-female city council in the U.S., not long before Nellie Taylor Ross became the the first woman governor. (It’s worth noting that Wyoming granted women the right to vote over half a century before passage of the 19th Amendment, which is why it is officially known as the “Equality State.”)

National Parks, Lively Arts

One reason that Jackson Valley real estate is so coveted is its proximity to Yellowstone National Park and its thriving arts scene; the town is home to the National Museum of Wildlife Art as well as the Grand Teton Music Festival.

Not surprisingly, Jackson Hole homes for sale do not remain on the market for very long.

Are You Ready?

If you are considering the purchase of one of the many  Jackson Hole homes for sale, you’ll want to secure the services of a local  Jackson Hole real estate agent. What we’ve presented here is a broad overview of this unique and desirable community; however, a Jackson Hole real estate agent is intimately familiar with the day-to-day nature of the local real estate market and the subtle nuances that can enter into Jackson Hole real estate negotiations between buyer and seller, and can help you in getting the best deal.