Fun facts about French Polynesia
20 facts about French Polynesia: its places, people, food and customs. Writing to a penpal there? These make good questions to ask them.
- French Polynesia is made up of 118 islands and atolls.
- Tahiti is the largest island of French Polynesia.
- Known for black pearl farming.
- Has overwater bungalows, a popular accommodation type.
- Famous for vibrant marine life and coral reefs.
- French and Tahitian are the official languages.
- Has a traditional dance called Tamure.
- The currency is the CFP franc.
- Bora Bora is a renowned luxury travel destination.
- Mutiny on the Bounty occurred near Tahiti.
- Known for its stunning overwater bungalows
- Comprises 118 geographically dispersed islands
- Tahiti and Bora Bora are its famous islands
- Renowned for its black pearl farms
- Has a vibrant underwater ecosystem
- Enjoys a tropical oceanic climate
- Home to the beautiful Fautaua Waterfall
- Paul Gauguin painted his famous works here
- Traditional Polynesian tattoo art originated here
- The overwater bungalow concept originated here
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