French Polynesia Map

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French Polynesia (French: Polynésie française) is an overseas collectivity of France located in the South Pacific Ocean. The territory consists of 118 islands and atolls stretched across five archipelagos.

The total land area is approximately 4,167 square kilometers (1,609 sq mi), with a population of around 280,000 people. The capital and largest city is Papeete, located on the island of Tahiti.

The territory is known for its crystal-clear lagoons, coral reefs, and overwater bungalows. Tourism plays a significant role in the economy, along with pearl farming and fishing. The official languages are French and Tahitian.

French Polynesia enjoys significant autonomy within the French Republic, with its own government and president, though France maintains control over justice, education, security, and foreign affairs.

The region's tropical climate and unique Polynesian culture make it a popular destination for luxury tourism, particularly for honeymoons and high-end vacations.

The Facts:
Sovereign state: France.
Capital: Papeete.
Area: 1,609 sq mi (4,167 sq km).
Population: ~ 280,000.
Official language: French.
Currency: CFP franc (₣) (XPF)​.
Administrative divisions: Marquesas Islands, Leeward Islands, Windward Islands, Tuamotu-Gambier, Austral Islands.

Cities, Towns and Villages: Papeete, Vaitape, Rikitea, Taiohae, Atuona, Hakahau, Avatoru, Tuherahera, Tenukupara, Rotoava, Pouheva, Pahua, Otepa, Tepukamaruia, Tupapati, Hitianau, Garumaoa, Ohomo.

Islands of French Polynesia

Austral Islands: Rimatara, Rurutu, Tubuai, Raivavae, Îles Maria, Rapa Iti, Marotiri.

Gambier Islands: Mangareva, Akamaru, Aukena, Taravai, Angakauitai, Kamaka, Temoe.

Marquesas Islands: Nuku Hiva, Hiva ʻOa, Ua Pou, Ua Huka, Tahuata, Fatu Hiva, Eiao, Hatutu, Motu Iti, Motu Oa, Motu One, Fatu Huku, Moho Tani, Motu Nao, Terihi.

Society Islands:
Windward Islands: Tahiti, Tetiꞌaroa, Moorea, Maiao, Mehetia.
Leeward Islands: Huahine, Raiatea, Taha'a, Bora Bora, Tupai, Maupiti, Mopelia, Motu One, Manuae.

Tuamotu Archipelago: Ahe, Ahunui, Akiaki, Amanu, Anaa, Anuanuraro, Anuanurunga, Apataki, Aratika, Arutua, Avatika, Faaite, Fakahina, Fakarava, Fangatau, Fangataufa, Hao, Haraiki, Hereheretue, Hikueru, Hiti, Katiu, Kauehi, Kaukura, Makatea, Makemo, Manihi, Manuhangi, Marokau, Marutea Nord, Mataiva, Moruroa, Motutunga, Napuka, Nengonengo, Niau, Nihiru, Nukutavake, Nukutepipi, Paraoa, Pinaki, Puka-Puka, Pukarua, Rangiroa, Raraka, Raroia, Ravahere, Reao, Reitoru, Rekareka, Taenga, Tahanea, Taiaro, Takapoto, Takaroa, Takume, Tatakoto, Tauere, Tekokota, Tematagi, Tepoto, Tepoto, Tikehau, Tikei, Toau, Tuanake, Tureia, Vahitahi, Vairaatea, Vanavana.