What is the famous mountain in Bora Bora?

Mount Otemanu Bora Bora

Why is Mount Otemanu important?

This is an important elevation point on the island, due to the fact that from the top you can see for miles and miles, and during World War II, the island was chosen to be a United States refueling base and it was actually Mount Otemanu that provided a high vantage point to place large cannons and radar equipment for …

What is the biggest mountain in Bora Bora?

Mount Otemanu miles (4 km) wide, has Mount Otemanu (Temanu; 2,385 feet [727 metres]) and twin-peaked Mount Pahia (2,159 feet [658 metres]) as its highest peaks. It is surrounded by coral reefs. On the west side of Bora-Bora is a large lagoon in which the smaller islands of Toopua and Toopua Iti…

Is Mount Otemanu a volcano?

Mount Otemanu is one of two peaks of an extinct volcano located at the center of the island. Rising 2,400-some feet above the lagoon, this volcanic remnant makes for a dramatic photo op or an adrenaline-pumping adventure.

What are otemanu and Pahia?

Mount Otemanu stands all powerful looking down on Bora Bora from a height of 2,385 feet (727 m) and forms the centre point of the Island. It rises to a sharp jagged precipice. No matter where you are on the island you will see Mount Otemanu and it's smaller, twin-peaked sister, Mount Pahia (2,159 feet (658 m).

What flag is Bora Bora?

English: The Flag of the Kingdom of Bora Bora from 1820 to 1845 with stars in quincunx. Also said to be the flag of the Leeward Island Federation of the Society Islands….Summary.

Is Bora Bora a country?

Bora Bora is an island in the Leeward group of the Society Islands of French Polynesia, an "Overseas Country" financially assisted by France in the Pacific Ocean. The island, located about 230 kilometres (140 mi) northwest of Papeete, is surrounded by a lagoon and a barrier reef.