 French Polynesia — (French pol´ə nē´zhə) |
About The People
Did You Know... Tahiti is French Polynesia's largest island. »» More
Eating & Recipes... Lunch is usually a large meal and in some areas the only cooked meal of the »» More
Fashion... Clothing styles are relaxed in French Polynesia. For men Beach wear i »» More
Socializing... Kindness, generosity, and hospitality are central values in the islands. »» More
Family... The hierarchy of ranked titles and chieftainship has
disappeared, but the »» More
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French Polynesia History
French Polynesia was designated an Overseas Territory of
France in 1946 and given a Territorial Assembly on 25 October
1946. French Polynesia’s constitutional status
(’Statut’) defines its institutions, legal powers and
relationship with France. The French Government »» More | Statistics, Graphs, Charts, & Data Tables
Capital Cities... Papeete
Population: 291,000
GDP: $4,718,000,000 (USD)
Total Area: 4,167 (sq km) 1,609 (sq mi)
Currency: Comptoirs Francais du Pacifique franc
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