The giantess of Nuku Hiva, Guardian of Tradition and Knowledge
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Tiki Tuhiva is a sculpture of two tiki on Tuhiva Hill, that was inaugurated in 2017. The tallest, a female tiki, stands 12 meters high and overlooks the bay of Taioha'e. She is the the guardian of Tradition and Knowledge. The smaller, male tiki, represents a warrior who is imposing his power. The work was conceived by Benoît Kautai, the mayor of Nuku Hiva, together with a sculpture artist, Grégorio Grand-Midi, who carried out the work with the assistance of two Marquesan sculptors, Teve...
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Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance
Children's entertainment
Parking
Tour free of charge
Openings
All year 2025 - Open everyday
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Environment
- Mountain view
- Mountain location
- On an island
- Waterside
- Sea view