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Mt. Temetiu

Highest point of the Marquesas (1190m).
Puaa oa in the Marquesas: Long Pig in the Land of Men

May 3rd 2008
Welcome to shore! We have arrived to the legendary shores of the Marquesas, a small group of islands in the eastern portion of French Polynesia. This archipelago is often the first landfall for sailors on the "Coconut Milk Run" after the long 3000-mile passage from the Galapagos - and are known as the farthest islands from any continental land. The Marquesans are historically known for canni ... read more
Oceania » French Polynesia » Hiva 'Oa

French Polynesian Flag The French annexed various Polynesian island groups during the 19th century. In September 1995, France stirred up widespread protests by resuming nuclear testing on the Mururoa atoll after a three-year moratorium. The tests were suspended in January ... ... read more
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