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| The Tahiti Islands |
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| Black Sand Beaches |
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| Tahiti |
- Famous for black sand beaches
- Largest island in the Windward group of the French Polynesia
- Formerly known as Otaheite
- Formed from volcanic activity
- Surrounded by coral reefs
- Papeete is the capital, located on the northwest coast
- Population: 178,133 (2007)
- 1 International Airport
- Tahitians populate 70% of the island
- Other 30% is Europeans and Chinese.
- French is the only official language
- November to April is the wet season, while January is the wettest month
- August is the driest
- Average temperature is between 70°F, and 88°F
- Minimal seasonal variation
- Heiva festival in July celebrates Polynesian culture