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Gambier Archipelago Articles and Links
A guide to the Gambier Archipelago located in French Polynesia in the South Pacific. Located to the southeast of the Tuamotu Archipelago, the Gambier Islands are comprised of four inhabited islands known as Mangareva as well as many uninhabited atolls. The islands have copra and coffee plantations and pearl fisheries. Rikitea, the capital is located on Mangareva. Discovered in 1797 by the British, the Gambier Islands were annexed by France in 1881. Some of the atolls were used for French nuclear tests.
Environmental Effects of French Nuclear Testing
An enlightening examination on the longterm effects of nuclear testing on the environment of the Pacific.
Gambier Archipelago - Rikitea Lodging
An index of lodging on Rikitea from Haere Mai.
Gambier Islands
An overview of the Gambier Islands from Pacific Island Travel.
Mangareva Activities and Sites to See
A summary of things to see while on Mangareva from Tahiti Tourisme, the official visitors bureau of French Polynesia. Explore such sites as Mt. Duff, the Rikitea Ruins, the Rikitea Rectory as well as the St. Michel of Rikitea Church.
Mangareva Map
Overview map of the Mangareva Islands from Tahiti Tourisme, the official visitors bureau of French Polynesia.
Mangareva Weather
From Weather Underground, local weather conditions in Rikitea on Mangareva in the Gambier Islands.
Mark's Travels in French Polynesia - Gambier Islands
Travel writer Mark Moxon's travelogue of his journey to the Gambier Islands.
Transportation
Information on getting to and around the Gambier Archipelago and Mangareva Islands.
Wayfinders: A Pacific Odyssey - Mangareva
From the official site for the PBS series, an excellent overview of life on Mangareva.