Bora Bora, also known as Pora Pora in Tahitian, meaning first born, is an enchanting island in French Polynesia and is a major tourist destination. Every year, approximately 250,000 people visit Bora Bora and are enchanted by the island's surrounding crystal blue lagoon, white sandy shores, green sloping mountains, and magnificent underwater world. Bora Bora has been labelled as one of the most amazing islands in the world.
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Name: Bora Bora Capital City: None Population: 8,800 Currency: CFP Franc Largest City: Vaitape National Day: July 14 Religion: Catholic, other Language: French, Tahitian |
The flag of Bora Bora shows a canoe sailing under a golden rising sun. The x's which are the canoe's five crew members represents the five island groups. The red and white are traditional Polynesian colours.
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