The island of Tahiti Tahiti is a mountainous island, one of the peaks of which Orohena reaches 2240 meters. On the northwest coast is the capital of Papete, as well as a port protected from ocean waves by reefs. The city stretches along the coast and along the slopes of the mountains, where luxurious mansions…
Category: Oceania
Te Anau, New Zealand
Te Anau, New Zealand: the gateway to the fjordland in New Zealand The small town of Te Anau is located on the South Island of New Zealand and is considered the gateway to theFiordland National Park. Numerous hikes in the mountains start from here and therefore the place is perfect as a base for people…
New Zealand Geography
Climate According to Bridgat, New Zealand is located in a temperate zone, so its climate is normally mild and humid and the differences between seasons are not very marked. The northern region has the warmest climate, while the south-western slopes of the New Zealand Alps are the coldest. Precipitation is generally moderate to abundant. Geology Some areas of New…
Fiji History and Culture
History and Politics The very early history of the Fiji Islands The first people settled on the Fiji Islands probably 3500 years ago. However, one does not know exactly where they actually come from. There is a famous legend that two divine chiefs came from Africa and founded a village on one of the Fiji…