Baie de Tahaujku, Protected bay in Nuku Hiva, French Polynesia
The bay extends along the southern coastline of Nuku Hiva, featuring deep waters and natural protection from ocean swells through surrounding cliffs.
The bay served as a strategic maritime shelter during the 19th century, when European vessels frequently navigated through the Marquesas Islands.
Local fishermen maintain traditional fishing practices in the bay, using methods passed down through generations of Marquesan inhabitants.
The bay provides anchorage depths of 10 meters with a small quay at the foot of a fort for vessel disembarkation.
During full moons, the bay experiences tidal variations reaching 1.50 meters, creating distinct water movement patterns throughout the inlet.
Location: Îles Marquises
Address: Taha Uku, French Polynesia
GPS coordinates: -9.80548,-139.03301
Latest update: March 5, 2025 12:28
The Marquesas Islands are characterized by volcanic formations that shape landscapes marked by rocky peaks, ancient calderas, and basalt cliffs. Deep bays like those of Taiohae or the Virgins cut through the coasts, while black sand beaches reflect the archipelago's geological origins. The island interior reveals valleys, waterfalls, and reliefs reaching up to 1200 meters in altitude. Marquesian cultural heritage is evident through preserved archaeological sites in the Taipivai valley, where ceremonial platforms and petroglyphs carved into rock still exist. The Puamau tiki statues, carved from volcanic stone, are among the largest Polynesian sculptures. Museums in Atuona and Ua Huka hold collections that document traditional life, while the Gauguin Cultural Center and the Jacques Brel Space trace the careers of these two artists who spent their final days in the archipelago. The Taiohae Cathedral blends European architecture with local sculpted motifs, illustrating the cultural exchanges that have shaped the islands' history.
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