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Nexus - Bay of Virgins



We've been on Fatu Hiva at Baie Hanavave (bay of virgins) for the last two days, and it is a spectacular setting reported to be the most beautiful bay in the Marquesas. There are towering rock spires on either side of the bay which frame the small village and rock beach between them. Rumor is it used to be called bay of Phali by the Marquesians but the missionaries disapproved and renamed it. We took a hike yesterday through the town and up into the cliffs, to a spectacular 200' waterfall with a deep pool below for a delightful swim. A woman met us on the street as we walked through town, and invited 10 of us to a home cooked fish dinner tonight at her home, which we're sure will be a great experience. Today we're going to hike to the top of the mountains to get a clear view of this bay and the rest of this island, it feels great to hike after so many days at sea!

Russ and Laurie on NEXUS at 10 28.'S;138 40.'W

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