They were later discovered by European explorers during the 16th century and eventually colonized by France. Now officially known as French Polynesia, Tahiti is an autonomous overseas country of the French Republic. Ancient History 4000 BC - 1000 AD The great migration from Southeast Asia began ...
Tourism is easily the most important industry on the island. The inhabitants of Tahiti are mostly Polynesian, but there is a large Chinese minority. The island was settled by Polynesians in the 14th cent.; the first European to visit Tahiti was the English navigator Samuel Wallis, and later ...
The Hotel Tahiti Nui is the newest hotel on the island. It features a clean, modern design with a young and trendy ambiance. Unlike the other beachside resorts in Tahiti, this hotel is located at the heart of downtown Papeete, putting you right in the middle of the hustle and bustle of...
Tahiti is the largest of the islands that make up French Polynesia. The capital of Papeete is the country's economic center and all flights arrive through Tahiti.
Conveniently situated in the Papeete part of Tahiti, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. This 3-star property is packed with in-house facilities to improve the quality and joy of your stay. Highlights Sparkling clean Top Value Excellent room comfort & qu...
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The ATR 42-600S is a STOL (Short Take-Off and Landing) version of the ATR 42-600 which has been enhanced to reduce the required take-off and landing distances, down from 1,050 metres at present to just 800 metres. Thanks to this upgrade, several hundred more airports will be accessibl...
is Gauguin's depiction of the human life cycle. Death In 1901, Gauguin moved to the more remote Marquesas Islands. By this time, his health had been declining; he had experienced several heart attacks and continued to suffer from his advancing case of syphilis. On May 3, 1903, Gauguin ...
Marquesas Islands‚ in the northeastern part of what is today called French Polynesia‚ around 300 AD and in the Society Islands‚ includingTahiti‚ to the west by about 800 AD. Prior to the first European contact‚ the islands were ruled by a hierarchy of hereditary tribal chiefs. ...