Punaauia

Located on the western coast of Tahiti, Punaʻauiʻa stretches between the mountains and the Pacific Ocean, featuring varied elevations from sea level to 1,388 meters.

Paul Gauguin selected Punaʻauiʻa as his residence in the 1890s, creating significant artworks including 'Where Do We Come From? What Are We? Where Are We Going?'

The commune maintains traditional Polynesian practices while integrating French influences, reflecting its status as part of the French overseas territory in the Pacific Ocean.

The Aremiti ferry service connects Punaʻauiʻa to Moʻorea and other Society Islands, providing essential transportation links for residents and visitors.

With 28,781 inhabitants recorded in 2022, Punaʻauiʻa stands as the second most populated commune in French Polynesia, following substantial growth since the 1990s.

Location: Îles du Vent

Address: Puna'auia, French Polynesia

Website: http://punaauia.pf

GPS coordinates: -17.61801,-149.54863

Latest update: April 22, 2025 12:01