Landmark· Fakarava· French Polynesia: Tuamotus, Marquesas, Gambier & Australs
Taputavaka Old Lighthouse (Rotoava)
16° 3.3′ S · 145° 37.2′ W · approximate
Rotoava's original lighthouse, about 80 years old, built of coral blocks bound with lime and standing on the ocean side behind the town hall.
Practical
Per the 2025 brief: in the village of Rotoava, on the ocean side behind the town hall, built of coral blocks joined with limestone. A short walk from the quay; combine with paying fees at the mairie. Coordinate approx: the town hall (OSM); the tower stands just behind it toward the ocean.
Best for
A five-minute heritage stop
Nearby
- Fakarava ATM (Rotoava)Right here
- Fakarava Mairie (trash fee)Right here
- Fakarava Medical Center (Rotoava)Right here
- Fakarava Post Office (Rotoava)Right here
- Heiva Tuamotu Festival (Rotoava, July)Right here
- Fakarava Supply Ship Day (Rotoava quay)0.1 NM away
- Fakarava Tourism Office (Rotoava Quay)0.1 NM away
- Heirava Shop Magasin (Rotoava)0.1 NM away