French Polynesia

SHORT INFORMATION

Politics of French Polynesia

Politics of French Polynesia takes place in a framework of a parliamentary representative democratic French overseas collectivity, whereby the President of French Polynesia is the head of government, and of a multi-party system. Executive power is exercised by the government. Legislative power is vested in both the government and the Assembly of French Polynesia.

SHORT INFORMATION

Papeete, the capital of French Polynesia

Papeete is the largest city in and capital of French Polynesia on the island of Tahiti.

HOLIDAYS AND TRADITIONS

Festivals and Events in French Polynesia

It is festive season on the islands all year round as the islanders truly know how to celebrate life but some of the special times to be on the islands are during the festivals/ special events like the annual Moorea Marathon in February, that attracts plenty of participants.