Nuku Hiva
Nuku Hiva is the main island in the northern archipelago with the town of Taiohae serving as the administrative and economic centre. It is best known for its Ahuii waterfall in the Hakaui Valley. It is the largest island in the Marquises archipelago.
Attractions
- Hakapaa Bay - One of the two bays used in the television show "Survivor."
- Taipivai Valley - Large, fertile valley made famous by American writer Herman Melville.
- Cathedral of Notre Dame - The church contains magnificent wood sculptures made by local artisans.
Currency
The currency used in French Polynesia is the French Pacific Franc (CFP).
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Holland America ms Zuiderdam on 10/11/08 · $1699
Royal Caribbean Serenade of the Seas on 12/06/08 · $649
Royal Caribbean Adventure of the Seas on 12/07/08 · $649
Royal Caribbean Majesty of the Seas on 12/05/08 · $224
Royal Caribbean Sovereign of the Seas on 10/03/08 · $219
Royal Caribbean Sovereign of the Seas on 10/24/08 · $219
Royal Caribbean Adventure of the Seas on 11/09/08 · $649