BOURAIL

On the west coast of the grande terre (main island)

Located 100 miles from Noumea, Bourail is a large community with 4500 inhabitants.
There are many farmers, but mostly ranchers who have patterned their way of life after their island neighbors in Australia.

The Néra river, with its very surprising colors, cuts through the town. Bourail is famous for its rodeos and its Catholic Pilgrimage in the summer. Just like in the Far West, the town was planned around one main street. All along the street, you'll find gas stations (just like at home!), shops and other businesses.

But what is really special about Bourail can be found on the coast at the "roche percée" (pierced rock), where you'll find some incredible geological curiosities and beaches on the lagoon.

(Go to the Azureva.com article here.)