A major part of historical and cultural landmarks and sights of the tourist destination was destroyed in the end of the 19th century by an extensive fire. A ruinous cyclone battered on Papeete in 1906 badly damaged the city as well. However the city of Papeete has preserved numerous cultural objects which will be of great interest for all the tourists to explore. The best point to start an exploration of the landmarks and sights of the Papeete city is the Toata Place as it is an established location of holding of all significant events in the life of the city.
The Avenue Bruat starts right near the Place. The street hosts astonishing office buildings and significant governmental institutions. The most beautiful architectural landmark of this district is considered to be the Presidential Palace and the High Commissioner Office. Another interesting spot of tourist interest to visit and explore is the General Post Office which is surrounded with the scale Bougainville Park.
One of the oldest cities in French Polynesia, Papeete-Tahiti is the administrative center of Tahiti. The city’s name can be literally translated as "water from the basket". This … 
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Papeete and surroundings
Iconic cultural sights of French Polynesia
In Papeete is also where the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary is situated. It is one of the oldest places of worship for Tahitian Catholics. The cathedral was opened in the year 1875. In the architecture of the building, two mutually complementary styles can be traced: colonial and local. The building cannot be called large, but it certainly attracts attention. The beautiful stained glass fits perfectly into the neat interior of the church. Located in Rikitee, the Catholic Cathedral of St. Michael, opened in 1848, is a neo-Gothic building with strict geometric shapes. The altar of the Cathedral is decorated with black pearls and mother-of-pearl.
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