Muaputa
mountain, Moorea, French Polynesia
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Muaputa is a mountain located on the island of Moorea in French Polynesia. Moorea is a volcanic island situated northwest of Tahiti in the Society Islands. It is the remnant of an ancient, eroded volcano and is characterized by its rugged, mountainous terrain and fertile soil. Muaputa stands at 2,723 feet (830 meters) and overlooks the village of Afareaitu on the east coast. The island's highest peak is Mount Tohivea. Moorea is a popular tourist destination known for its vanilla, copra, and coffee crops.12
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