Tahiti has a long and rich history. The islands were first settled by migrating Polynesians as early as 500BC. They were later discovered by European explorers during the 16th century and eventually colonized by France. Now officially known as French Polynesia, Tahiti is an autonomous overseas country of the French Republic. Today’s enduring ties to early Polynesian culture include dance, sculptures, woven goods, and tattoos. While the ukulele and conch shells are often recognized as Polynesian

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