Maiao
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Maiao is an 9.5 km² (3.7 sq. mi.) island formation about 75 km (47 mi.) west of Moorea and one of the Winward Islands (French: Îles du Vent) in French Polynesia. The island formation consists of one high island with a peak elevation of 154 meters (505') and a low island (or motu) that winds along the base of the high island. The formation encloses two hypersaline endorheic lagoons called Roto Iti and Roto Rahi. The island also has a lagoon at its edge. All lagoons are connected through narrow channels. The island is home to approximately 220 people.
[edit] References
- Maiao at Oceandots.com (accessed June 22, 2006)
- Lesser known Society Islands at colonialvoyage.com (accessed Oct. 22, 2006)] (includes image)
| Polynesia | Society Islands - French Polynesia |  |
|---|---|---|
| Windwards: Maiao | Mehetia | Moorea | Tahiti | Tetiaroa | ||
| Leewards: Bora Bora | Huahine | Manuae | Maupihaa | Maupiti | Motu One | Raiatea | Tahaa | Tupai | ||
| Archipelagoes: Australs | Bass | Gambiers | Marquesas | Societies | Tuamotus | ||
