The main religion of Bora Bora is Christianity. Christianity was brought to the island by the Protestant missionaries in the 19th century.
What is the main culture in Bora Bora?
Polynesian
What is the main religion in French Polynesia?
Christianity is the main religion of the islands. A majority of 54% belongs to various Protestant churches, especially the Maohi Protestant Church, which is the largest and accounts for more than 50% of the population.
What is the ethnicity of Bora Bora?
According to the CIA World Factbook, in 2009 about 78 percent of French Polynesia's population (including Bora Bora's 7,295 people) are Polynesian. Twelve percent are of Chinese descent and the other 10 percent are French.
What race is Tahiti?
The Tahitians (Tahitian: Mā'ohi; French: Tahitiens) are the Polynesian ethnic group indigenous to Tahiti and thirteen other Society Islands in French Polynesia. The numbers may also include the modern population in these islands of mixed Polynesian and French ancestry (French: demis).
What does Tahiti mean in English?
British Dictionary definitions for Tahiti Tahiti. / (təˈhiːtɪ) / noun. an island in the S Pacific, in the Windward group of the Society Islands: the largest and most important island in French Polynesia; became a French protectorate in 1842 and a colony in 1880.
Are people nice in Tahiti?
Tahitians are considered to be the most genuinely friendly people in the world.
What are the dangers of Tahiti?
Tahiti is a safe place for tourists. Generally speaking, there are only a couple of dangers to watch out for: pickpockets in Pape'ete and moray eels in the coral reefs on scuba dives. Most visitors soon discover that Tahiti is warm and welcoming to foreigners.
How much does a house cost in Tahiti?
The past four years have been good to Tahiti, pushing prices higher and higher. Property prices are around €2,300 to €3,000 per sq
(US$2,900 to US$3,800), at par with some Caribbean islands.
What is the crime rate in Tahiti?
Crime rates in French Polynesia
What is the legal drinking age in Tahiti?
The legal drinking age is 21. So if you're going to Tahiti to celebrate your 18th – don't expect to be served alcohol in this country. Drinking alcohol in public and public drunkenness is not only frowned upon – but illegal.
How many days should you stay in Bora Bora?
We recommend you to stay 3-4 days in Bora Bora. This gives you plenty of time to explore this pretty island and all the different shades of emerald the sea has the offer here. Do you have more time, then you will love spending that here too, just keep in mind Bora Bora is the most expensive island of French Polynesia.
What side of Plane is Bora Bora on?
Left side
How many airports are in Bora Bora?
The nearest airport to Bora-Bora is Bora Bora (BOB) Airport which is 5.6 km away. Other nearby airports include Raiatea (RFP) (39 km) and Huahine (HUH) (79.3 km). How long does it take to get to Vaitape from the Airport? It takes 30 min to get from Vaitape to Bora Bora (BOB) Airport.
What is high season in Bora Bora?
High season runs from May to October when rain showers are isolated and the number of tourists swells. Low season stretches from December to March when the weather is wet and visitors become mosquito bait. But really anytime is a good time to visit Bora Bora, since the weather is warm year-round.
