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Two volcanoes
emerging from an emerald sea gave birth to the myth of paradise
known today Tahiti. Steep cloud-draped mountains, deep verdant
valleys, luxuriant ferns, swift, invigorating rivers and black
sand beaches await you on this "island of love" of nearly
untouched relief.
More than just an
international point of arrival for the other fabulous nearby
islands, Papeete, the capital of Tahiti, offers visitors
numerous treasures: the colorful market, art and history
museums, botanical and flower gardens, animated nightlife and
cultural exhibitions such as the traditional "Heiva" which
provides a lively change of scenery full of folklore, dancing,
singing, colors and fragrances.
Inland the scenery gradually turns to foothills tufted
with swaying coconut palms, waterfalls cascading through emerald
green valleys to cool mountain streams, and waves of pink
bougainvillea. Pure as the day it was created, this tropical
paradise is jealously guarded by the monumental cloud-capped Mount
Orohena, dwelling place of the ancient gods. |
