Landmark· Kaukura· French Polynesia: Tuamotus, Marquesas, Gambier & Australs
Raitahiti Marae (Kaukura)
15° 40.3′ S · 146° 52.6′ W
A traditional marae (open-air ceremonial site) mapped in the heart of Raitahiti village.
Practical
Position is the OpenStreetMap feature tagged marae / archaeological site. The 2024 atoll sheet notes a marae in the village. Treat it with respect: do not climb on the stones or move anything. Welcome Tahiti also describes the deserted old village of Faro at the other end of the atoll with the legendary Tutonu stone, said to have protected Kaukura from raiding warriors; its position is not published, so go with a local.
Best for
Paumotu heritage ashore
Nearby
- Kaukura Infirmary (Raitahiti)0.1 NM away
- Kaukura Atoll and Raitahiti Village0.2 NM away
- Kaukura Mairie and Landing Rules (Raitahiti)0.2 NM away
- Kaukura Supply-Ship Day (Raitahiti)0.2 NM away
- Raitahiti Landing and Supply-Ship Buoy (Kaukura)0.2 NM away
- Raitahiti Magasins, Snacks and Bakery (Kaukura)0.2 NM away
- Raitahiti Post Office (Kaukura)0.2 NM away
- Kaukura Airport (KKR)0.7 NM away