Moorea, French Polynesia Mount Rotui, right, set between two beautiful bays, is said to be where souls from many Polynesian Islands wait to ascend to heaven. |
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The marae (ceremonial site) at Belvedere has three small standing stones on its "altar."
TERRIFIC TRAVEL GUIDE! Tahiti & French Polynesia Guide, 4th Ed. by Jan Prince. UPDATED 2005! A must if you're contemplating a trip to French Polynesia. A guide by an American journalist who has lived in the islands for more than 20 years. She shares her insider's view and provides lots of practical information. We had a chance to meet her and were impressed with her knowledge. |