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Notre Dame Cathedral, Nuku Hiva

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By David P

Seems that every island in all of French Polynesia has a "Notre Dame Cathedral." This one is typical -- interesting materials, traditional architecture, a graveyard, lots of cool tiki's. It is right..... more

Seems that every island in all of French Polynesia has a "Notre Dame Cathedral." This one is typical -- interesting materials, traditional architecture, a graveyard, lots of cool tiki's. It is right..... more »
By AJ H

Quite grand on appearance walking up the humble dirt road walking towards this gem. A stone tiled square presents the arched wooden entry to the church. There are multiple intricate large wooden...

Quite grand on appearance walking up the humble dirt road walking towards this gem. A stone tiled square presents the arched wooden entry to the church. There are multiple intricate large wooden... more »
By davedawdle

I found this Cathedral more by chance than design (not done enough homework on the island obviously) but found it incredibly spiritual. The carvings are quite beautiful as is the altar. It is a...

I found this Cathedral more by chance than design (not done enough homework on the island obviously) but found it incredibly spiritual. The carvings are quite beautiful as is the altar. It is a... more »

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By Roberto Roca

Very interesting place. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the southern village of Nuku Hiva

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By Spike Klobas

A definite must see! The woodwork is jaw dropping.

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By Richard Bryan Baker

Beautiful carved figures depicting the Stations of the Cross in a shady, airy cruciform cathedral. So perfect for the environment of Nuku Hiva, which is in Polynesie Francaise

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By Joshua Olney Zide

Beautiful and unique cathedral to walk around. Definitely worth a visit if you're here.

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By alex passmore

A modern airy cathedral in a lovely garden setting!

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