Maraé holy siteMaraé, a Polynesian sacred site of erected volcanic stones, focus of tribal political power
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Huahine is one of the Leeward Islands, within the Society Islands, in French Polynesia. The island covers 74.8 sq km (28.9 sq mi) and has a population of about 6,000 (2011 estimate). It measures 16 km (9.9 mi) across and has a width of 13 km (8.1 mi).

Huahine comprises not one, but two islands close together, with coral reef surrounding them. The two islands are called Huahine Nui (Big Huahine) to the north and Huahine Iti (Little Huahine) to the south. During low tide, a sand spit emerge to link them. To establish a permanent link, a bridge has been built to connect the two islands.

Avé Bay Lagoon, HuahineAvé Bay Lagoon, Huahine
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Visiting Huahine

There are regular flights by Air Tahiti linking Huahine with Papeete, Bora Bora, Moorea and Raiatea.

Huahine Airport, French PolynesiaHuahine Airport, French Polynesia
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Sights & Attractions in Huahine

  1. Fa'ahia Archaeological Site
    Site of early Polynesian occupation dating to between AD 700 and 1200. The area not only has its artifacts well preserved, it is also an important sanctuary for land birds.

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