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Name Bora Bora, part of the Society Islands, French Polynesia, a French overseas possession claimed in 1843

Description A rich green, mountainous main island and a few smaller islands, completely surrounded by coral reefs. The central lagoon, according to novelist James Michener, "is so stunning, there are really no adequate words to describe it."

Largest Town Vaitape

Languages French (official), Polynesian dialect

Official Currency Comptoirs Francais du Pacifique franc

Religions Protestant, Catholic, others

Population 4,650

Land Area 44 sq km (16.9 sq miles)

Current Time and Date in Vaitape
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Oceania Map here

French Polynesia Map provided by the CIA, here

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