Landmark· Maupiti· French Polynesia — Society Islands
Akhy's Coral Palace (Palais de la Mer)
16° 26.1′ S · 152° 15.1′ W · approximate
A house built entirely of shells and coral by the Polynesian singer Akhy Firuu, who has spent decades turning it into an imitation of the sea floor. Each pillar tells the story of one of his hit songs.
Practical
OSM: 'Palais de la mer' on the main road in Haranae, posted hours Mon-Sat 9am-4pm (verify locally). Tahiti Heritage describes the gate sign 'appelle-moi BB' and the shell-lined rooms, and maps it at -16.44342, -152.27439. The two map points differ, so ask locally. A small donation is customary; this is a private home and museum.
Best for
A quirky stop on the round-island ride
Nearby
- Haranae Petroglyphs0.2 NM away
- Ricke Market (Maupiti)0.3 NM away
- North-Coast Marae & Pito o na Maeha'a (Vaitia)0.5 NM away
- Vaiea Grocery Stores0.6 NM away
- Heiva i Maupiti (July Festival)0.7 NM away
- Maupiti Airport (MAU, Motu Tuanai)0.7 NM away
- Maupiti Infirmary (Infirmerie)0.7 NM away
- Maupiti Mairie & Gendarmerie0.7 NM away