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The best preserved of the island's marae, the ancient Polynesian places of worship and power. Several island tours include the marae on their route.
Of more than forty marae recorded, thirteen survive, including Aehau-tai, Marotitini, Vaiotaha and Farerua. These are sacred sites: visit them respectfully and do not climb on the stones.
The island's highest point (727 m), whose name translates as “the peak that sucks in living beings”. Its silhouette towers over the lagoon and the motu.
Positions built by the US military during Operation Bobcat (1942–1946). Eight 7-inch guns are still on the island.
Quay built when the American base was set up, listed by Tahiti Tourisme among the remains of Operation Bobcat.
French Polynesia's first airstrip, built by the Americans during the war and now Bora Bora's airport.
Festival of traditional Polynesian singing, dancing and sports, a highlight of the island's cultural life. Check dates and programme with the commune or Tahiti Tourisme.
Outrigger canoe (va'a) race between the Leeward Islands, with the finish on Matira beach.
Raw fish in coconut milk, ma'a Tahiti cooked in a Tahitian earth oven, black pearls and local crafts are among the island's discoveries.