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TAHITI
Calling Code: +689
Tahiti, often called "The Island of Love", is the largest of the 118 Islands and atolls that make up French Polynesia. The island
measures 1,042 sq. km. (402 sq. miles) and the surface ranges from 2000 meters (6560 feet) high mountain peaks, wrapped into mysterious
hazes, to deep green valleys covered with rainforests and soft ferns, and finally white coral beaches.
Tahiti is shaped almost like a number eight turned nearly upside down. The larger portion of the island, which is to the northwest, is
referred to as Tahiti Nui (big Tahiti). This part of Tahiti is surrounded by a 114 km road (71 miles) that winds between the mountains
and the sea. The smaller portion of the island is called Tahiti-lti (little Tahiti).
Although Tahiti is a very beautiful island, other nearby Polynesian islands are much more attractive to the visitors, as they are more
peaceful and romantic. Tahiti, however, offers interesting excursions and is a great stopover destination on your way to other French
Polynesian islands as all international flights arrive in Papeete, Tahiti.
There's so much more to learn... Check out our Facts For The Visitor or read up on our reviews of everything about Jamaica:
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