Bora Bora
Island in French Polynesia
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Bora Bora is a small South Pacific island northwest of Tahiti in French Polynesia. Surrounded by sand-fringed motus (islets) and a turquoise lagoon protected by a coral reef, it’s known for its scuba diving. It's also a popular luxury resort...
Population: 10,605 (2017)
Pop. density: 347/km2 (899/sq mi)
Archipelago: Society Islands
Area: 30.55 km2 (11.80 sq mi)
Coordinates: 16°30′04″S 151°44′24″W / 16.501°S 151.740°W
Highest elevation: 727 m (2385 ft)
Highest point: Mount Otemanu