Mont Faiere

Mont Faiere is a mountain summit on Tahiti island in French Polynesia that rises above the surrounding valleys. From its peak, you can see across the Pacific Ocean and the varied terrain of the island and nearby waters.

The summit served as a military command post in 1914 when it was selected for defending the island during that period. This military use shows how important the location was considered for strategic purposes at the time.

A commemorative plaque installed in October 1994 honors the scientific work of Czech researcher Milan Rastilav Stefanik at the summit.

The hike to the summit requires sturdy equipment and careful preparation, particularly during the wet season when trails become slippery. Proper footwear and attention are important for safe progress along the way.

A wooden observatory with a dome for telescope observations once stood on the summit and burned down in 1948. This building had served as a scientific site for decades before it was destroyed.

GPS coordinates: -17.55056,-149.56003

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:28