French Polynesia is in Oceania, with a population of 276,000 people. The capital of French Polynesia is Pape’ete. The currency used is the CFP Franc (XPF). The official languages in French Polynesia are French, Tahitian, Austral, Raivavae, Mangareva, Tuamotuan, and Marquesan.
French Polynesia is made up of 118 islands and 5 archipelagos (a group or chain of small islands). The country is considered to be a semi-autonomous territory of France and was first annexed in 1880.
They celebrate many holidays including:
- New Year’s Day (Jan 1)
- Missionary Day (Mar 5)
- Easter Monday (Date Varies)
- Labor Day (May 1)
- Victory Day (May 8)
- Ascension Day (Date Varies)
- Whit Monday (Date Varies)
- Autonomy Day (Jun 29)
- French National Day (Jul 14)
- Assumption of Mary (Aug 15)
- All Saints Day (Nov 1)
- Armistice Day (Nov 11)
- Christmas Day (Dec 25)
It does not have any world heritage sites, but it does have many nature areas, including:
Want to learn more? Check out French Polynesia’s tourism website!
Also check out the Museum of Tahiti and the Islands for extra information about French Polynesia!
Fun activities to do
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