Rimatara ( Fr. Rimatara ) - the smallest of the inhabited islands of the archipelago of Tubuaia ( French Polynesia ). Located 550 km south of the island of Tahiti and about 150 km west of the island of Rurutu .
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| fr. Rimatara | |
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| Specifications | |
| Square | 8.6 km² |
| Highest point | 83 m |
| Population | 785 people (2007) |
| Population density | 91.28 people / km² |
| Location | |
| Water area | Pacific Ocean |
| A country |
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| Region | Ostral Islands |
| Area | Commune Rimatara |
Content
Geography
Rimatara is of volcanic origin. In the center of the island, resembling an oval in shape, there is a plateau whose height varies from 8 to 10 m. The highest point of Rimatara is Mount Oahu (83 m). The total land area is about 8.6 km². The island is surrounded by a reef . Rimatara is covered with dense vegetation, a large number of wild ducks and parrots live.
History
Rimatara was opened in 1810 by a merchant from the island of Tahiti. In 1821 a Protestant mission appeared on the island, and in 1889 a French protectorate was established.
Administrative Division
The island of Rimatara and part of the islands of Maria (total area - 1.3 km²) is a commune that is part of the administrative unit of Ostral Island ( Tubuai ).
| Island or reef | Land area, km² | Lagoon area km² | Population, people (2007) | Administrative center |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rimatara | 8.6 | - | 785 | Amaru |
| Maria Islands | 0.7 | - | - | - |
| Commune of Rimatara | 9.3 | - | 785 | Amaru |
Population
In 2007, the population of the island was 785 people. The main settlements are the villages of Amaru , Anapoto and Mutuaura .
See also
- List of French Polynesian Islands