Taputapuatea marae

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Taputapuatea marae, located on the island of Raiatea in French Polynesia, is a significant archaeological and cultural site. It is considered one of the most important marae (sacred communal and ceremonial spaces) in Polynesia. The marae served as a central place for religious, social, and political activities and was a key site for the worship of the god Oro. Taputapuatea marae is part of a larger cultural landscape that includes other marae, stone structures, and historical paths, reflecting the rich Polynesian heritage.

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