Explora la cultura de Tahiti: Tradición viva
Sumérgete en la rica historia y cultura de Tahiti a través de sus museos y monumentos.
Tahiti is the beating heart of French Polynesia. Divided into two parts, Tahiti Nui (the largest) and Tahiti Iti (the peninsula), the island offers a fascinating contrast between the vibrant urban life of its capital, Papeete, and the wild, untamed nature of its interior. It is world famous for its volcanic landscapes, vanilla plantations, black pearls and the legendary Teahupo'o wave. Although it often serves as a gateway to other islands, Tahiti is deeply culturally rich, with ancient temples (marae) and legendary hospitality that defines the Polynesian spirit.
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Tahiti is the beating heart of French Polynesia. Divided into two parts, Tahiti Nui (the largest) and Tahiti Iti (the peninsula), the island offers a fascinating contrast between the vibrant urban life of its capital, Papeete, and the wild, untamed nature of its interior. It is world famous for its volcanic landscapes, vanilla plantations, black pearls and the legendary Teahupo'o wave. Although it often serves as a gateway to other islands, Tahiti is deeply culturally rich, with ancient temples (marae) and legendary hospitality that defines the Polynesian spirit.
UNESCO Heritage
Culture and Traditions of Polynesia
Although the main UNESCO site (Taputapuātea) is on the neighboring island of Raiatea, Tahiti is the center of preservation of the arts and traditions that form part of the region's intangible cultural heritage.
Festivals & Events
Heiva i Tahiti
JulyThe most important cultural festival. Traditional dance, music and ancestral sports competitions that last all month.
Tahiti Pro Teahupo'o
AugustWorld Surf League competition that brings together the best surfers in the world on the most dangerous wave.
Hawaiki Nui Va'a
NovemberThe largest Polynesian canoe race in the world, which begins on the neighboring islands but is celebrated with fervor throughout Polynesia.
Tahiti is the beating heart of French Polynesia. Divided into two parts, Tahiti Nui (the largest) and Tahiti Iti (the peninsula), the island offers a fascinating contrast between the vibrant urban life of its capital, Papeete, and the wild, untamed nature of its interior. It is world famous for its volcanic landscapes, vanilla plantations, black pearls and the legendary Teahupo'o wave. Although it often serves as a gateway to other islands, Tahiti is deeply culturally rich, with ancient temples (marae) and legendary hospitality that defines the Polynesian spirit.
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It is the cultural center of Polynesia. Museums, dance festivals (Heiva i Tahiti) and archaeological sites are abundant.
Architecture
Papeete has a chaotic, colonial charm, but the real beauty lies in the coastal towns and the Tahiti Iti peninsula.
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