Cap Tikapo

Cap Tikapo is a cape in , . Cap Tikapo is situated near the hamlet , as well as near the area .
  • Type: Cape
  • Also known as: “Tikapo”
  • Historically known as: “Cape Martin”

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Fort Madison.

Locality
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, on at Taioha'e Bay, was the first naval base of the in the Pacific Ocean. It was built by Commodore David Porter in October and November 1813, during the Nuku Hiva Campaign of the War of 1812, for protecting the settlement of from and attacks. is situated 9 km west of Cap Tikapo.

Cap Tikapo

Latitude
-8.92807° or 8° 55′ 41″ south
Longitude
-140.01795° or 140° 1′ 5″ west
Open location code
633X3XCJ+QR
Geo­Names ID
4019899
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Satellite Map

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In Other Languages

“Cap Tikapo” goes by many names.
  • French: “Cap Martin” (historical)

Localities in the Area

Places to explore: Hooumi and Taipi Avaangi.

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights: Rocher Te-oho-te-kea and Sommet du Cap Martin.

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