Windward Islands
French Polynesia
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Cities in Windward Islands
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Papeete
The spiritual capital city of French Polynesia is full of surprises, from exotic fruit and tropical vegetation to its famous black pearls.
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Arue
Hear the fascinating tale of the Pomare royals, capture photos of a panoramic view and swim beside a tall waterfall.
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Punaauia
Scuba dive next to tropical islands, visit a fascinating museum to learn about the region’s history and watch dolphins and whales breaching.