Popoeretia, Mountain summit in Tahiti, French Polynesia.
Popoeretia is a mountain summit on Tahiti that rises to 277 meters above sea level. The peak forms part of the island's mountainous interior and sits among other volcanic ridges that shape the landscape.
Popoeretia formed as a volcanic peak during the geological processes that created Tahiti millions of years ago. The mountain is one of several peaks that emerged from the island's volcanic origins.
The mountain stands within the territory where Polynesian settlers established their presence between 900 and 1100 CE, shaping the current demographic composition.
The summit lies in Tahiti's mountainous interior and requires hiking through rugged terrain to reach. Visitors should start early and check local conditions before attempting the climb.
The summit location provides measurements and geographical data points that contribute to French Polynesia's elevation mapping and topographical research.
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