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Official Name French Polynesia,
a French overseas possession, claimed 1843

Description Comprised of five archipelagos, the Austral, Gambier, Marquesas, Society and Tuamotu Islands, the 35 islands and 83 atolls of French Polynesia are certainly the most famous, and arguably the most beautiful exotic destination on the planet.

Capital City Papeete, on the island of Tahiti

Languages French (official), Tahitian (official)

Official Currency Comptoirs Francais du Pacifique franc

Religions Protestant, Catholic, others

Population 243,500

Land Area 4,167 sq km (1,608 sq miles)

Current Time and Date in Papeete
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Maps

Oceania Map here

French Polynesia Map, CIA version here |