Often referred to as "the most remote islands in the world,"
these mysterious tropical islands are dominated by majestic
volcanic peaks rising from the depths of the ocean floor. Rocky
cliffs encircle most of the exotic islands, so beaches are few
and far between. Be prepared the islands don't feature your
typical white sand beaches as seen in most of the islands in
French Polynesia. Often, land is often only accessible by small
bays. Traveling around the mountainous terrain is a challenging
and interesting activity, since there is no highway and no road
circling the island. The exotic islands are steeped in Polynesian
history and lore, and many of its inhabitants practice the ancient
traditions of the culture, such as body tattooing. g. The Marquesas
are the islands chosen by artist Paul Gauguin to live out his
final years. His simple grave is at a cemetery in the village
of Atuona. If you are looking for a vacation experience that
is out of the ordinary, remote and beautiful, the Marquesas
offer an attractive option. Be prepared to fall into the rhythms
of Marquesan life as you step back into a time where stress
and the modern pace is unknown.
