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Marae

Marae is a historical site in , . Marae is situated nearby to the peak , as well as near the town .
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Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Temetiu and Calvary Cemetery.

Peak
Photo: Sémhur, CC BY-SA 3.0.
is the South Marquesan name for the highest peak of the mountain ridge that rises above the western end of Ta'a Oa in southwestern . Rising to 1,269 m above sea level, is also the highest point on the island.

Cemetery
Photo: Tereva, Public domain.
is the main cemetery in , , . It is located on a hillside on the eastern edge of town, overlooking the anchorage on . is situated 3 km east of Marae.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Atuona.

Town
Photo: Sémhur, CC BY-SA 3.0.
, located on on the southern side of island, , is the administrative centre of the commune of . was the capital of all the but it has been replaced by . is situated 2½ km east of Marae.

Marae

Latitude
-9.80142° or 9° 48′ 5″ south
Longitude
-139.06715° or 139° 4′ 2″ west
Elevation
396 metres (1,299 feet)
Open location code
64225WXM+C4
Geo­Names ID
12042238
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