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  1. French Polynesia Geography Introduction: Tikehau, Manihi, Austral Islands, Teahupo'o, Nukutavake, Society Islands, Ua Pu, Huahine, Tetiaroa
  2. Geography of France by Place: French Riviera, Geography of Corsica, Geography of French Guiana, Geography of French Polynesia
  3. Geography of French Polynesia: Îles Tuamotu-Gambier, Havaii, Iso 3166-2:pf
  4. Pre-contact arboriculture and vegetation in the Marquesas Islands, French Polynesia: charcoal identification and radiocarbon dates from Hatiheu Valley, ... of Archaeology for Asia and the Pacific by Sidsel Millerstrom, James H. Coil, 2008-09-22
  5. Tahiti: Tahiti, Windward Islands (Society Islands), French Polynesia, Society Islands, Pacific Ocean, Papeete, Polynesians
  6. French Polynesia
  7. Issues in the French-Speaking World by Michael Kline, Nancy Mellerski, 2004-08-30
  8. Return to Tahiti: Bligh's Second Breadfruit Voyage (Miegunyah Press Series ; No. 2) by Douglas L. Oliver, 1989-01
  9. Rovings in the Pacific, from 1837 to 1849/2 Vols in 1: With a Glance at California by Edward Lucett, Edward Lucatt, 1975-06

41. Geography
geography. The nearly 110 main islands and atolls of french polynesia (thereare also numerous islets. T motu) whose total surface area is 4.167 sq.
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GEOGRAPHY The nearly 110 main islands and atolls of French Polynesia (there are also numerous islets. T: motu) whose total surface area is 4.167 sq. km are scattered over an economic maritime zone of 4.5 million sq. km. stretching from around latitude 70 to 280 north and from longitude 1310 to 1560 west. The total land area (not including interior lagoons) is 3,265 sq. km, equivalent to one and a half times the A.C.T. area. The islands of French Polynesia are located halfway between Australia and the Americas. The best known island, Tahiti, is around 5,400 km E of Sydney and 6,500 km SW of Los Angeles. French Polynesia comprises one coral archipelago and four volcanic archipelagoes whose high islands, except for the Marquesas, are surrounded by a more or less regular coral reef usually cut by passes. The volcanic Society Islands. with a total surface area of around 1,910 sq. km, are divided into the Windward and Leeward islands. The Windward Islands, the most populated, include the islands of Tahiti, Moorea, Maiao and Mehetia, as well as the atoll of Tetiaroa. The Leeward Islands, more than 200 km west of Tahiti, include the islands of Raiatea (the largest), Bora Bora, Maupiti, Huahine, Tahaa and a few atolls (Fenua Ura, Mopella, Motu One and Tupai). - The volcanic Marquesas archipelago, situated 1.300 km north-east of Tahiti, is made up of 9 major islands of volcanic origin without a coral reef, and of a few islets with a total surface area of 1,274 sq. kin. The main island is Nuku Hive on which the administrative capital, Taiohae, is located. The other inhabited islands are Hive Oa, Ua Pou, Ua Huka. Fatu Hiva and Tabueta. The islands of Eiao, Motane, Hatutu, Fatu Huku, Motu Iti. Motu One (two islets, also called lie de Sable or Coral Is.) and Motu Oa are uninhabited.

42. French-Speaking_Pacific
of geography, UFP, french polynesia), Gerard MOTTET (Prof. of geography,Univ. Lyon III) and Francois MERCERON (UFP, french polynesia).
http://www.uq.net.au/~zzjlache/boombana/fsp.html
The French-Speaking Pacific: Population, environment and development issues
Edited by CHRISTIAN JOST
Brisbane: Boombana Publications, 1998
(272 pages, 243 x 174 mm, PB, ill., ISBN 1 876542 02 0) This volume is an important contribution to our understanding of the geography of the Pacific Island countries. It consists of a series of studies on the French-speaking Pacific Territories (Vanuatu, New Caledonia, French Polynesia, Wallis and Futuna), the greater part of which are the fruit of entirely new and original work. It then both constitutes an in depth presentation of these territories, their particularities, their problems, and contains much food for thought in its analyses of the natural (terrestrial and marine) and the human (socio-cultural and economic) environments of these islands. French research on the Island Pacific has long been substantial and often of exceptionally high quality. It has markedly been transformed by the appearance, in the 1980s and 1990s, of a new generation of Pacific geographers whose scholarship has developed within the Islands themselves rather than having been transposed from other parts of the tropical world. This is a key publication for geographers, a unique resource for teachers, a reference for all those concerned with the question of effectively managing the future of the Pacific Islands. It will also prove invaluable to professionals in many fields who have research, cultural or trade interests in the region. For the general public, it is a much needed complement to commonly available tourist-oriented presentations of the Islands.

43. Atlas: French Polynesia
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  • 44. Tahiti, Bora Bora, Moorea And French Polynesia Trips, Vacations, Honeymoons, Tra
    Tahiti (french polynesia) is many islands, actually several groups of volcanic peaks Thanksto their geography, spectacular mountain peaks, the lush vegetation
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    French Polynesia (Tahiti) is considered to be the most beautiful and romantic place on Earth. These islands are located only 2 1/2 hours beyond Hawaii, and yet a world apart. An extraordinarily safe destination, the islands and people of Tahiti welcome visitors with a remarkable blend of beauty and tranquility.
    Tahiti (French Polynesia) is many islands, actually several groups of volcanic peaks and atolls spreading over hundreds of miles of ocean. Each island possesses its own unique flavor and charms, from the broad lagoon of Rangiroa to the bustling marketplace of Papeete. Thanks to their geography, spectacular mountain peaks, the lush vegetation, and the clearest water anywhere, the islands of Tahiti are the most beautiful in the world. Tahiti and her islands are a remarkable blend of new and old. Where tradition and modern comforts meet. The people of these islands are a fusion of many races and cultures defining today's Polynesian way of life. The atmosphere of French Polynesia blends French sophistication and Polynesian gaiety. French Polynesians love to laugh and sing and they approach life with a joyous spirit. A vacation to these islands warms the heart, clears the mind, rejuvenates the body, and fills you with peace. Once you visit the islands of Tahiti, you will know why so many people refer to them as the most magnificent place on Earth.

    45. Tahiti, Bora Bora, Moorea And French Polynesia Trips, Vacations, Honeymoons, Tra
    Click here to return to top of page. geography. 04. 23 Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner.french cuisine, seafood specialties. All credit cards. ACAJOU Avatoru Tel.
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    Magnificent Lagoon
    ACTIVITIES GEOGRAPHY GETTING THERE RESTAURANTS The flavor of village life on an atoll can be experienced in the small villages of Tiputa and Avatoru, each with a population of approximately 700. Both villages are beside a navigable pass. While in this part of the archipelago, you should consider a visit to Kia Ora Sauvage Resort, a unique, natural setting, where life is simple and your time is your own. This resort features the most peaceful surroundings you can imagine. Bask in the sun, snorkel in the bath-like waters, and take in this pure Polynesian experience. TOURS AND ACTIVITIES OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS Lagoon excursions include snorkeling through the pass, unparalleled diving and unforgettable shark feeding. Whether you opt for shallow, ocean or drift dives, the underwater scenery is guaranteed to be some of the most spectacular you’ve ever seen. Sailing, fishing, para-sailing, and many other water activities are also available in this immense, natural aquarium where underwater visibility is up to 150 feet. Visit Tiputa village, various motu islets, and especially to the bird sanctuary on Motu Paio and to the "Blue Lagoon" of Taeo’o. Picnics are sometimes included. All of the hotels and pensions can arrange these excursions.

    46. CIA - The World Factbook 2002 -- French Polynesia
    threeyear moratorium. The tests were suspended in January 1996. geography,french polynesia, Top of Page. Location Definition Field
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    47. CIA - The World Factbook 2002 -- French Polynesia
    geography, french polynesia. Location Oceania, archipelago in the SouthPacific Ocean, about onehalf of the way from South America to Australia.
    http://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/print/fp.html
    Country List World Factbook Home The World Factbook 2002 French Polynesia Introduction French Polynesia Background: 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 1996. Geography French Polynesia Location: Oceania, archipelago in the South Pacific Ocean, about one-half of the way from South America to Australia Geographic coordinates: 15 00 S, 140 00 W Map references: Oceania Area: total: 4,167 sq km (118 islands and atolls)
    water: 507 sq km
    land: 3,660 sq km Area - comparative: slightly less than one-third the size of Connecticut Land boundaries: km Coastline: 2,525 km Maritime claims: exclusive economic zone: 200 NM
    territorial sea: 12 NM Climate: tropical, but moderate Terrain: mixture of rugged high islands and low islands with reefs Elevation extremes: lowest point: Pacific Ocean m
    highest point: Mont Orohena 2,241 m

    48. French Polynesia. The World Factbook. 2002
    geography — note includes five archipelagoes; Makatea in french polynesia is oneof the three great phosphate rock islands in the Pacific Ocean the others
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    49. The Tahiti Traveler - Geography Of Tahiti And Her Islands
    General Info. geography. History. Society. Art Culture. Weather. Flora Fauna.Related Links. Maps. World Map. french polynesia. Society. Tuamotu / Gambier. Marquesas.
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    Location in the world F All these 118 islands barely occupy 4,000 km2 of land (less than 1/100 of the surface of France). These islands are divided into 5 archipelagoes :
    • Society islands
      • Winward islands : Tahiti, Moorea, Tetiaroa … Leeward islands : Bora Bora, Huahine, Raiatea, Tahaa, Maupiti …
      Tuamotu islands : Rangiroa, Manihi, Tikehau …. Marquesas islands : Hiva Oa, Nuku Hiva …. Australs islands : Rapa, Tubuai …

    50. Tahiti And Its Islands: GEOGRAPHY
    The Islands french polynesia. geography. french polynesia consists of five greatarchipelagos, the Society, Austral, Tuamotu, Gambier, and Marquesas islands.
    http://www.tahiti-explorer.com/islands/geogra.html
    The Islands French Polynesia
    Geography
    French Polynesia consists of five great archipelagos, the Society, Austral, Tuamotu, Gambier, and Marquesas islands. The Society Islands are subdivided into the Windwards or Iles du Vent (Tahiti, Moorea, Maiao, Tetiaroa, and Mehafa), and the Leewards or lies Sous le Vent (Huahine, Raiatea, Tahaa, Bora Bora, Maupiti). Together the 35 islands and 83 atolls of French Polynesia total only 3,543 square km in land area, yet they're scattered over 5,030,000 square km of the southeastern Pacific, from the Cook Is. in the west to Pitcairn in the east. There's a wonderful geological diversity to these islands midway between Australia and South America. From the dramatic, jagged volcanic outlines of the Society and Marquesas islands to the 400-meter-high hills of the Australs and Gambiers and the low coral atolls of the Tuamotus. All of the Marquesas are volcanic islands, while the Tuamotus are all coral islands or atolls. The Societies and Gambiers include both volcanic and coral types.

    51. French Polynesia
    french polynesia You will find a map of french polynesia and information onthe economy, defense geography, government, and people of these islands.
    http://www.slc.k12.ut.us/webweavers/lindam/listfrenchpol.html
    French Polynesia
    An Internet Hotlist on French Polynesia created by The WebWeaver Class
    Backman Elementary
    Introduction
    French Polynesia is made up of over 120 islands in the South Pacific. They inclde the Austral, Gambier, Marquesas, Society, and Tuamotu island groups. One of the most famous islands in French Polynesia is Tahiti which is part of the Society Islands. All of the islands in French Polynesia are territories of France.
    The Internet Resources
    • French Polynesia - This information from the CIA World Factbook includes the areas of geography, government, people, industry, and more.
    • South Pacific : Tahiti - This is a map of Tahiti which is part of French Polynesia.
    • Tahiti - You will find some good general information about Tahiti here.
    • South Pacific : Bora Bora - Bora Bora is one of the island in French Polynesia. This site has a map of the island.
    • Bora Bora The Marvelous Island - A good map, beautiful photographs, and geographic information are what you will find at this site.
    • Tahiti Dot Com - Information on the currency, culture, weather, and history of Tahiti can be found at this site.
    • Tahiti Web - This is an internet guide to Tahiti and other islands in French Polynesia.

    52. Traveljournals.net - Oceania - French Polynesia - Map, Pictures, Information And
    More information about french polynesia • Cities in french polynesia • Introduction,regions and links • geography of french polynesia • People of
    http://www.traveljournals.net/explore.asp?a=Oceania&c=fp

    53. Geography
    5245. geography. french polynesia consists of five great archipelagos,the Society, Austral, Tuamotu, Gambier, and Marquesas islands.
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    GEOGRAPHY
    French Polynesia consists of five great archipelagos, the Society, Austral, Tuamotu, Gambier, and Marquesas islands. The Society Islands are subdivided into the Windwards or Iles du Vent (Tahiti, Moorea, Maiao, Tetiaroa, and Mehafa), and the Leewards or Iles Sous le Vent (Huahine, Raiatea, Tahaa, Bora Bora, Maupiti). Together the 35 islands and 83 atolls of French Polynesia total only 3,543 square km in land area, yet they're scattered over 5,030,000 square km of the southeastern Pacific, from the Cook Is. in the west to Pitcairn in the east. There's a wonderful geological diversity to these islands midway between Australia and South America. From the dramatic, jagged volcanic outlines of the Society and Marquesas islands to the 400-meter-high hills of the Australs and Gambiers and the low coral atolls of the Tuamotus. All of the Marquesas are volcanic islands, while the Tuamotus are all coral islands or atolls. The Societies and Gambiers include both volcanic and coral types. Tahiti, just over 4,000 km from both Auckland and Honolulu, is not only the best known and most populous of the islands, but also the largest (1,045 square km) and highest (2,241 meters). Bora Bora and Maupiti are noted for their combination of high volcanic peaks within low coral rings. Rangiroa is one of the world's largest coral atolls while Makatea is an uplifted atoll. In the Marquesas, precipitous and sharply crenelated mountains rise hundreds of meters, with craggy peaks, razor-back ridges, plummeting waterfalls, deep fertile valleys, and dark broken coastlines pounded by surf. Compare them to the pencil-thin strips of yellow reefs, green vegetation, and white beaches enclosing the transparent Tuamotu lagoons.

    54. About Tahiti Provides Information About Tahiti And French Polynesia, Travel Tips
    Airlines to french polynesia, Departure and Arrival times, phone numbers. Tahitiand Her Islands Discover Tahiti The People geography History, Information
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    Tahiti Honeymoons Tahiti Vacations
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    International Callers: 480-984-5245 About Tahiti Entry Requirements
    All passengers entering French Polynesia must be in possession of a valid passport and outbound ticket. Citizens of the USA and Canada can stay for up to 30 days without a VISA. All others, please make sure that you fulfill all of the entry requirements by contacting the nearest French Consulate (French Overseas Territories) or the Tahiti Tourist Board in Los Angeles at 310-414-8484.
    Terms and Conditions
    General Information as provided by tour companies. Airlines to French Polynesia Departure and Arrival times, phone numbers Tahiti and Her Islands
    Discover Tahiti

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    Geography

    History
    Information provided by the Tahiti Tourist Board, various tour companies a nd
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    by David Stanley (used with permission)." Activities and Excursions Offered by tour companies Island Maps Map of each island with hotels and major features Home Honeymoons Vacations Hotels ... Scuba [ About Tahiti ] Specials Quote To check availability or request a quote Tahiti Honeymoons - Tahiti Vacations International callers, please phone

    55. World Atlas French Polynesia, Oceania, Information Page
    french polynesia, geography, Location Oceania, archipelago in the SouthPacific Ocean, about onehalf of the way from South America to Australia.
    http://www.worldatlas.com/webimage/countrys/oceania/pfcia.htm
    French Polynesia (Source of information on this page credited to the CIA's - The World Factbook Background: 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 1996. French Polynesia Geography Location: Oceania, archipelago in the South Pacific Ocean, about one-half of the way from South America to Australia Geographic coordinates: 15 00 S, 140 00 W Map references: Oceania Area: total: 4,167 sq km (118 islands and atolls)
    land: 3,660 sq km
    water: 507 sq km Area - comparative: slightly less than one-third the size of Connecticut Land boundaries: km Coastline: 2,525 km Maritime claims: exclusive economic zone: 200 NM
    territorial sea: 12 NM Climate: tropical, but moderate Terrain: mixture of rugged high islands and low islands with reefs Elevation extremes: lowest point: Pacific Ocean m
    highest point: Mont Orohena 2,241 m

    56. French Polynesia
    french polynesia. FLAG Unavailable at this time! OFFICIAL NAME frenchpolynesia. CAPITAL CITY Papeete, Tahiti. geography. Location Oceania
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    FRENCH POLYNESIA
    FLAG Unavailable at this time! OFFICIAL NAME French Polynesia CAPITAL CITY Papeete, Tahiti
    Geography
    Location: Oceania, archipelago in the South Pacific Ocean, about one-half of the way from South America to Australia
    Geographic coordinates: 15 00 S, 140 00 W
    Map references: Oceania
    Area:
    total area: 4,167 sq km (118 islands and atolls)
    land area: 3,660 sq km
    comparative area: slightly less than one-third the size of Connecticut
    Land boundaries: km
    Coastline: 2,525 km
    Maritime claims:
    exclusive economic zone: 200 nm territorial sea: 12 nm International disputes: none Climate: tropical, but moderate Terrain: mixture of rugged high islands and low islands with reefs lowest point: Pacific Ocean m highest point: Mount Orohena 2,241 m Natural resources: timber, fish, cobalt Land use: arable land: permanent crops: meadows and pastures: forest and woodland: other: Irrigated land: NA sq km Environment: current issues: NA natural hazards: occasional cyclonic storms in January international agreements: NA Geographic note: includes five archipelagoes; Makatea in French Polynesia is one of the three great phosphate rock islands in the Pacific Ocean - the others are Banaba (Ocean Island) in Kiribati and Nauru

    57. Oceania Project: French Polynesia
    geography lessons back at school? I can’t remember. As for the name french polynesia ,that came to my attention at the time of the recent french nuclear
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    Alan's Class
    OCEANIA PROJECT
    French Polynesia
    by Begotxu Olaizola Elordi
    Introduction
    Geography

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    ... SOME FRENCH POLYNESIA LINKS
    Introduction
    Have you ever heard of Tahiti? When did I first hear the name Tahiti? Was it in a pirate film? A brochure for a tropical island pleasure cruise? Geography lessons back at school? I can’t remember. As for the name "French Polynesia", that came to my attention at the time of the recent French nuclear testing on Mururoa atoll in Tuamotu.
    Greetings, fellow "Frenchmen"!
    In my ignorance, I thought Pacific islands were independent, member states of the Commonwealth, or else belonged to the United States. Half of my own country is also a French dependency (the other half being a Spanish one) so I was curious to know how my "fellow" (!) citizens were doing under the care of our common metropolitan protectors. So I have updated my knowledge of the political distribution of the Oceanic area, looking up facts in atlases, browsing through the Internet and reading the few books and encyclopaedias on the subject that I could get hold of in the Basque Country. (I recommend "The Flight of the Amokura" by Richard Benton.)

    58. Geography - French Polynesia
    french polynesia. Location, Oceania, archipelago in the South PacificOcean, about onehalf of the way from South America to Australia.
    http://www.cartage.org.lb/en/themes/GeogHist/geography/geo/geocountries/F/french
    French Polynesia Location Oceania, archipelago in the South Pacific Ocean, about one-half of the way from South America to Australia Geographic coordinates 15 00 S, 140 00 W Map references Oceania Area total: 4,167 sq km (118 islands and atolls)
    land: 3,660 sq km
    water: 507 sq km Land boundaries km Coastline 2,525 km Maritime claims exclusive economic zone: 200 nm
    territorial sea: 12 nm Climate tropical, but moderate Terrain mixture of rugged high islands and low islands with reefs Elevation extremes lowest point : Pacific Ocean m
    highest point: Mount Orohena 2,241 m Natural resources timber, fish, cobalt Land use arable land: 1%
    permanent crops: 6%
    permanent pastures : 5%
    forests and woodland: 31%
    other: 57% (1993 est.)

    59. Geography Of French Polynesia - Acapedia - Free Knowledge, For
    Friends of Acapedia geography of french polynesia. From Wikipedia,the free encyclopedia. Location Oceania, archipelago in the
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    60. The Infography About Travel -- French Polynesia
    This official site explains french polynesia's system of government and takes youon a The writeups on the history, culture, geography, and economy are precise
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    Dream-Islands: A Travel Guide to French Polynesia . For specific tourism listings with exact prices quoted, this online guide to French Polynesia is hard to beat. You can access the information by island name or via the maps. It's a rich resource, colorful and easy to navigate. http://www.dream-islands.com/ Moon Handbooks Tahiti . This travel guide describes and maps the five archipelagoes of French Polynesia: the Society, Austral, Tuamotu, Gambier, and Marquesas island groups. The website provides a mini-guide to French Polynesia, answers to frequently asked questions by experienced and prospective travelers, and listings of films, music, and books. http://www.southpacific.org/tahiti.html Tahiti1.Com . A news and information portal with the finest selection of links. You can sample Tahitian cooking and cocktails, view the flowers, visit surfing spots off Tahiti and Moorea, check boat timetables to the outer islands, read the legends of old Polynesia, learn about tattooing, and much more. http://www.tahiti1.com/ Tahiti Nui Travel . Travel agents should check here for facts about upmarket facilities in the area. If you want to book a cruise, flight, or tour through a Papeete-based travel agency, come here. The site also features island information, photos, diving spots, a message board, and tourism news. http://www.tahitinuitravel.com/

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