41. ZTO Peace Community Section The greatest tragedy for tonga culture is the fact that there is no proper The promotion of upcoming Tonga artists and other cultural activities, http://community.zambezitimes.com/

Perspectives Arts CafeZeto Temple ... Readers Community News Community Headlines King Chooses 13th Bride In Aids-stricken Swaziland Rebuld Chiefs' Glory Ex-Street Kid, Soko: Another Amazing Chapter Christian Nation ... Farm for Sale To send articles, please use the CONTACT FORM Thank you. Community announcements Place your community announcements, here for free. Add yours Crc Undemocratic Beliefs Exposed ZAMBIA, Sep. 24 - I feel disappointed, hurt, tormented by the CRC's retrogressive analysis over the removal of the declaration of Zambia as a Christian Nation from the preamble of the zambian constitution. The entire CRC lacks any form integrity in them by dropping the clause. The declaration is our covering for our future and must be respected at all costs. It is for our children and the coming generation after we depart to the place of the Dead if Jesus tarries. The majority of people against the declaration do not have children. They are only involved in illicit deals. We will not accept the manifestation of gay Bishops in Churches because of people ho do not have the heart for Zambia. I am not a racists but people like father Peter Henriot and the former Priest of Buchi dioceses Simon kabanda can not speak on spiritual things since they do not have a standing testimony.

42. Tonga Tourism, Things To Do In Tonga, Tonga Travel - The Travel Channel Read firsthand travel reviews and see vacation pictures of Tonga and other placesaround the world. tonga culture Nightlife http://travelchannel.igougo.com/planning/destinationHome.asp?LocationID=306

43. Fijian Culture Guide Handicrafts Readers may also be interested in the following destinations CookIslands Culture Samoa Culture tonga culture Hawaii Culture http://www.fiji-travel.com/culture.html

Fijian Culture Guide Fiji Islands Pacific Travel Guides Fiji Eco Tourism Fijian Culture Guide Fijian culture is very rich in traditional beliefs and many aspects of life today are as they were a hundred years ago. Fijians live within a strict hierarchical system with the village chiefs receiving the respect of all. Fijian chiefs are hereditary titles, mostly through the male lineage, and the ranking of chiefs throughout the country is ordered into a strict hierarchical system of mataqalis vanuas and yavusas (clans and sub clans). This intense social makeup has caused a number of bitter disputes in the past and is an underlying issue in modern day politics. If you're not a chief you're referred to as a commoner and your powers are limited. Fijians claim descendency to the yavusas and are granted village land to build a house and farm a small plantation. Land can be sub-leased (mostly to Indian sugar cane farmers, industries and tourist resorts) under the discretion of the village elders and the money used for village improvements, schools and social functions like weddings and funerals. Fund raising is an important part of the communal lifestyle of the village environment and many villages have communal land for growing yaqona and root crops to be used for village functions. Yaqona Yaqona is the traditional drink of Fiji and serves as a ceremonial and social mediator between parties. Yaqona ceremonies are performed at all social and cultural events from village fund-raising to Weddings. Participants sit in a circle on the floor facing the tanoa, a large hand-carved wooden bowl used for mixing the drink. Participants drink the brown liquid from a small half coconut shell of mixed Yaqona, one at a time, amidst chanting and hand-clapping. The taste is quite unusual to the western palette and leaves a slight numbing effect on the tongue. Drunk in volume, Yaqona causes lethargy and a slight loss of co-ordination, or, as the Fijians like to put it, relaxation. Guests are also welcomed to a village through the Yaqona ceremony and many resorts hold nightly sessions. This is a great way to get to know the people. Organized day tours to a village should include the yaqona ceremony.

44. Tonga Travel Picture Vacation Guide - Tonga.Islands-Pictures.com tonga travel and holiday information with pictures of people, adventure, culture, resorts and islands. http://www.tonga.islands-pictures.com

Tonga Picture Travel Vacation Guide - Tonga.Islands-Pictures.com Home holidays adventure beaches ... contact us A TONGA ISLANDS TRAVEL PICTURE GUIDE TONGA ISLANDS.ISLANDS - PICTURES.COM An images guide to the Tonga. Welcome to Tonga.Islands-Pictures.com ! Travel to Tonga in this virtual image gallery. Explore the different facets of life in Tonga, the people, the landscapes, villages and towns, activities, sunsets and sunrises. See the culture, the romantic settings and the many exciting activities available in these magical South Pacific islands. How to use this site Click on each small photo to see a larger sized image. Tonga Beach Travel Tonga Resorts Tonga Accommodation Tonga.Islands-Pictures.com South Pacific Tonga Pictures MaxiaPacific Pty Ltd A Tonga Travel Picture Guide Tonga travel vacation guide with information and pictures of holidays, adventure, culture, beaches, resorts, hotels and islands. MAXIAPACIFIC NETWORK SITES South Pacific Resorts Fiji Resorts South Pacific Search Shopping ... Vanuatu Honeymoon

45. Tongan Culture Guide Information about tonga golf holidays and golf courses on Oahu, Kauai, Maui andthe Big Ilsand of tonga. Includes detailed holiday planner and travel guide http://www.tonga.islands-travel.com/culture.html

Tongan Culture Tonga Islands Pacific Travel Guides Tongan Tour Companies Tonga Culture Tongan culture and its political spin-off is one of the most complex and traditional in the region. The Tongans once ruled much of Polynesia and since the European invasion during the 18th century, Tonga retained its powerful monarchy. However, Christian religion was quickly adopted and today Tongans are amongst the most stout believers on earth. Sunday is an absolute strict day of rest when only policemen may work to ensure its observance. The Tui Tonga, the hereditary king of Tonga, rules the Kingdom with absolute power. Tongan culture retains a strong divide between the royal families and the commoners and even today common people must use a special dialect when addressing someone of royal status. Much has been criticized of the system, particularly by folks who have moved abroad to free themselves of the incestuous restrictions in commerce. That saying, Tongans are proud people and outwardly amongst the happiest and friendliest of the South Pacific peoples. Women here have more freedom and status than anywhere else in the South Pacific. Tongans live in close knit communities, usually with large extended families where second and even third cousins are considered close relatives. It is unusual to find a Tongan house isolated from its neighbours or with a fence around its garden. Feasting is regarded with great importance and the larger in size a person, the greater his or her status. Pigs are also reveered as important symbols of society and dare one by killed by accident, the culprit is sought out and revenged by either beating or hefty penalty. When the King grew too obese and was encouraged by his doctor to go on a diet, the nation showed its respect and dieted with him.

46. Binga Craft Centre Women's cooperative in Binga District. Illustrations of basketwork, woodwork and other products. Notes on tonga history and culture. http://www.bingacraft.co.zw/

47. Tonga Visitors Bureau Features history, business, activities, culture, facts, travel and accommodation within the Kingdom. http://www.vacations.tvb.gov.to/

48. Kingdom Of Tonga - Culture Kava has been part of tongan formal ceremony and social culture for more thantwo thousand years. Friday night Kava clubs can be found all over tonga. http://www.vacations.tvb.gov.to/culture2.htm

Tongan handicrafts are not mass produced. Each piece is unique. The visitor can see still the traditional methods of tapa making and basket weaving, The workmanship of Tongan handicrafts is reputed to be the finest in the Pacific. Kava is often called the "official drink of the Pacific". It is made from the ground roots of a native pepper plant (Pepper Methysticum). Kava has been part of Tongan formal ceremony and social culture for more than two thousand years. Friday night Kava clubs can be found all over Tonga. Visitors are always welcome and the location of the nearest Kava club can be found by asking any taxi driver. Tongan postage stamps can be highly unusual. They can come in very odd shapes. and sizes. Stamps have been issued depicting colorful shells, birds, and fruits, and commemorative events. Where time begins! Tonga is 13 hours ahead of GMT or UTC, and is one hour ahead of New Zealand standard time. Japan is 4 hours ahead of GMT or UTC. The Kingdom of Tonga is the first country in the world to see first each "new" day.

49. Kingdom Of Tonga - Culture Tongan National Center. Unique Cultural Experiences. Visit the Exhibition Centerhousing local historical artifacts. The adjacent gallery offers http://www.vacations.tvb.gov.to/culture.htm

Tongan National Center U nique Cultural Experiences Visit the Exhibition Center housing local historical artifacts. The adjacent gallery offers contemporary art and genuine cultural handicrafts. See tapa and Canoe making; wood carving; basket weaving and mat making. For admission fees contact your travel agent, Tonga Visitors Bureau offices worldwide or telephone the Tonga National Center at 23-022. Tonga has a rich tradition of arts and crafts. Basket Making The bleached fibers of pandanus and coconut leaf are some the most common materials to make a variety of unique baskets and containers. Wood Carving Figures of ancient sacred images are a popular subject for local wood carvers. The carver spends days of patient and skilled carving to produce unique goods carved turtles; fish; linen chests and plaques - to name just some items on display. Tongan Jewelry Tongan women wear their jewelry with great pride. You will marvel at the workmanship. Make your selection from unique pendants; pearls or tortoise shell necklaces, Spanish style combs, bracelets or other interesting pieces. Tapa Products Tapa is made and used extensively in Tonga. Tapa cloth plays an important role in Tongan social life. A long and skilled process is involved to convert the bark of the mulberry tree into tapa cloth. Some of the unique items made from tapa include: fans, place mats, wall hangings, table cloths and handbags. On

50. PACIFIC ISLAND WEB DIRECTORY: Countries : Tonga : Culture PACIFIC ISLAND WEB DIRECTORY Countries tonga culture tongan Wedding!! A lively description of a wedding of a tongan and palangi in Vava u. http://www.pacificforum.com/links/Countries/Tonga/culture/

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52. Polynesian Studies People Of The Pacific birthed ) their unique culture developed in area of Savai i and Upolu, Samoaand tonga tonga People and Geography The tongans are Polynesian. http://www.archaeolink.com/polynesian_studies_people_of_the.htm

Polynesian People Home Australia - Pacific Australia Aboriginal People - General resources - Australian Aboriginal People Lesson Plans Oceania Cultures Anthropology General Resources Pacific Islanders by Country Cook Islands Culture People Fiji Islanders Culture People French Polynesia Culture People Guam Culture People ... Vanuatu Culture People Pacific Islanders by Peoples, Tribe, Kindred Chamorro Culture People Maori Culture People Polynesian Culture People Please Note: If you sometimes get an error message when clicking on a large text link, don't give up. Try the URL link instead. There are times when the large text link doesn't "take" for some reason, thus the built-in redundancy. Thank you. Ancient and Modern Art "In art as well as in other domains, Eastern Polynesia formed a region apart. Unlike Melanesia, for example, where figures are often abstract and polychrome, Polynesian sculpture is rarely painted and relatively realistic." You will find history and images. - illustrated - from pacificislandtravel.com - http://www.pacificislandtravel.com/fr_polynesia/about_destin/art.html

53. Escape Artist Tonga - Tokelau Islands culture of The Kingdom of tonga culture of The Kingdom of tonga - tongan tongan life and culture is largely based upon is based upon fishing,trading, http://www.escapeartist.com/tonga/tonga.htm

Moving To Tonga ~ Living In Tonga ~ Real Estate In Tonga Index for Asia-Pacific Pacific Islands Index Moving To Tonga ~ Living In Tonga ~ Real Estate In Tonga ~ International Real Estate Marketplace- Current Listings For the Pacific Islands - Bargains - Islands, Enclaves, Coast Property, Sale by Owner, Caribbean, Panama, France, Worldwide Current Listings 24 hours a day, seven days a week. International Jobs Marketplace International Jobs Resources Articles From Our Magazine - Living on a Pacific Island New - Search Engines Of The World - Search Engines Of The World - We are in the process of developing the internet's largest database of search engines; not just links, but actual search engines with query boxes that you can search right from our website. Eventually to consist of over 1,000 search engines in categories too numerous to mention, this new resource is well worth checking out. Do so. The Kingdom Of Tonga - A Paradox In Paradise ~ by Robert Bryce - Tonga is a wonderful mix of culture and humor. Humor prevails in Tonga. Like a theme park, Tonga has all the characters. Living here is challenging, elusive and most interesting. Orderly chaos might describe its internal functions. Like a beehive, the closer in you get the more confusion and disorder you see, but somehow critters that aren’t meant to fly do and things get done, problems get solved or just go away - this is Tonga. If the plane does not fly today, it may tomorrow and that gives you another day to enjoy your stay. Directory Of All Articles -

54. TongaHoliday.com :: Malo E Lelei! :: Plan Your Tonga Holiday Online! Experience tonga Come and experience the people, culture, climate and beauty ofthe ancient Kingdom of tonga! Things to Do A relaxing holiday lying on a http://www.tongaholiday.com/

Malo e lelei! Home Page Malo e lelei! For booking details and schedules for the new domestic air services see Getting Around Welcome to the Tonga Holiday website! We have everything here you need to know about having a magical holiday in our Ancient Kingdom. Let us show you around our islands and resorts - you'll see photos of every accommodation establishment - and there are full details of all tourism operations. Experience Tonga Come and experience the people, culture, climate and beauty of the ancient Kingdom of Tonga! Things to Do A relaxing holiday lying on a beautiful beach, a thrilling fishing trip, an exhilirating dive trip or one of any number of wonderful island experiences - Tonga has it all... ... Tonga Visitors Bureau Site by w dot and Outside Images Web hosting by w dot

55. TongaHoliday.com :: Sightseeing Tours On Your Tonga Holiday :: Tongatapu :: Auth The tongan National culture Centre is one of those places that needs to be on the The culture of tonga is real and is there for the visitors to the http://www.tongaholiday.com/activities/sightseeing/tongatapu/nationalcentre.php

Authentic cultural experiences Home Sightseeing Tours Tongatapu Authentic cultural experiences Authentic cultural experiences The Tongan National Culture Centre is one of those places that needs to be on the "must-do" for all visitors Tongan National Cultural Centre Dinner Show Each Thursday night there is a fabulous night of entertainment with a smorgasbord of traditional dishes, dancing, music and song and a kava ceremony Cultural Tour At 2 pm daily see the making of tapa cloth, mats, baskets and carvings. Experience a Kava Ceremony View Tonga's Past ... and Present Enjoy Authentic Dancing Fashion Show Lunch 12.30 -1.45 Parade of traditional cosumes Music and Dance, Traditional Dishes Museum 9 am -4 pm Tonga's Past and Present on display. There is also trmendously interesting lapita pottery display. Reservations Ring 23 022 The culture of Tonga is real and is there for the visitors to the Kingdom to experience as Tongans go about their everyday life. At the markets, in the shops, at the beaches and at the entertainment venues you see and feel what the Tongans see and feel. Nothing is purposely put on for the tourist. It is the way it is! But one place where the cultural experience can be seen at its very best is at the Tongan National Cultural Centre. You can visit a museum, purchase handicraft, take part in a kava ceremony, see some of the best dancers in the land and taste a genuine Tongan feast. At the Centre you can trace the lineage of the Nobles of the Realm, see a 40ft model of the famous Tongan Kalia and see local historical artifacts. The adjacent gallery offers contemporary art and genuine cultural handicrafts. See tapa and Canoe making; wood carving; basket weaving and mat making.

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57. Tongan Culture As is such the case in the tongan culture. Many migrants, coming in and leaving, So there is not really a set culture in tonga, but a variety. http://www.mnsu.edu/emuseum/cultural/oldworld/pacific/tonganculture.html

Tongan Culture Tonga is located in the beautiful waters of the South Pacific. It is set between New Zealand and Australia. Like all other cultures, the cultural identity of the Tongan is constructed and reconstructed. Tradition and culture is invented and reinvented in response to the different yet continuous encounters with other cultures. Migrants do not build their own ethnic identity from scratch; they bring in their own version of it. It then evolves to fit their new home. As is such the case in the Tongan culture. Many migrants, coming in and leaving, bring or leave their ideas of culture. So there is not really a set culture in Tonga, but a variety. There is still the influence of the old ways or Anga Fakatonga. Anga Fakatonga is a fluid, manipulable, yet powerful concept. It is translated to mean culture or tradition. It is said to hold all that is Tongan in values and behavior. The main points of Anga Fakatonga that have stayed strong throughout the generations are song, dance, gender roles and the most central point is respect. Although Anga Fakatonga is still present, the daily life of the Tongans revolves primarily around church. There are both morning and afternoon services on Sundays, both lasting up to two hours. There is a break between the services. Food and beverages are supplied and the people have a time to socialize. There is also a service on Wednesday along with bible study and choir practice. On Fridays, there is a youth group for the adolescents. The church is not simply a place for worship but a place for social interactions. Migrant and natives come together to discuss the Tongan Way.

58. Tonga Travel, South Pacific Islands, By David Stanley A mini travel guide to the islands of tonga, kingdom of Polynesia, Toni s GuestHouse, Nuku alofa tonga stands out for its living Polynesian culture, http://www.southpacific.org/text/finding_tonga.html

South Pacific Organizer Tonga travel with author David Stanley Destinations: travel to TONGA HOME DESTINATIONS Cook Islands Easter Island Fiji New Caledonia ... Tahiti Tonga Tuvalu Vanuatu HANDBOOKS South Pacific Fiji Tahiti-Cooks Tonga-Samoa ... RESOURCES CATALOG Books Films Music ABOUT US David Stanley All Editions Link to Us Support This Site TONGA TRAVEL GUIDE The ancient Kingdom of Tonga, oldest and last remaining Polynesian monarchy, is the only Pacific island nation never brought under foreign rule. Though sprinkled over 700,000 square km of ocean from Niuafo'ou, between Fiji and Samoa, to the Minerva Reef 290 km southwest of Ata, the total land area of the kingdom is only 691 square km. Tonga is divided into four main parts: the Tongatapu Group in the south, with the capital, Nukualofa; the Ha'apai Group, a far-flung archipelago of low coral islands and soaring volcanoes in the center; the Vava'u Group, with its immense landlocked harbor; and in the north, the isolated, volcanic Niuas. The four island groups are pleasingly diverse travel destinations, each with resorts and hotels, and interesting aspects to enjoy: no other Pacific country is made up of components as scenically varied as these. More than 100 km of open sea separate Tongatapu and Ha'apai, then another 100 between Ha'apai and Vava'u, then it's another 300 km north to remote Niuafo'ou and Niuatoputapu. In all, Tonga comprises 170 islands, 42 of them inhabited. Even though they're some of the most densely populated in the Pacific, the Tongan islands are set quite apart from the 21st century. Due to the position just west of the international date line, the Tonga Visitors Bureau uses the marketing slogan "where time begins," but they could just as well use "where time stands still."

59. Culture Eua Ha apai Islands Niua Islands Tofua tongatapu Vava u Islands.tonga. culture. Dance in tonga has traditionally been an important art form, http://www.pacificislandtravel.com/tonga/about_destin/culture.asp

About us Send me a Brochure Tripbuilder (Shopping Cart) Send me a Quotation ... Pacific News member of Tonga Culture Dance in Tonga has traditionally been an important art form, turning oral histories and folk tales into a visual form praising and honouring gods, chiefs, places and people. Weaving with the leaves of the pandanus palm is at its zenith as an art form in Tonga, and baskets and intricately worked mats produced by a variety of means are among the most beautiful in the Pacific. A reasonable body of literature has been produced in or about the archipelago in spite of its tiny size, and some of it goes beyond oral histories and folk tales. The earliest accounts are by castaway Will Mariner and Captain Bligh after he lost command of his ship. There are also several more recent collections of poetry and prose by contemporary writers. Tongan food is delightful, and consists mostly of root vegetables such as taro and sweet potato, coconut products, fresh fruit, roasted suckling pig, chicken, corned beef, fish and shellfish. The delicious dishes made from these ingredients are an excuse in themselves to visit the islands. The traditional Tongan feast gets cooked in an underground oven, umu , common throughout Polynesia. The most refreshing drink available is coconut juice, and the locally grown Royal Coffee is excellent if you're after a caffeine hit. Beer is popular, and of course kava (

60. Samoa - South Pacific Internet Travel Specialists, (PacificNavigator.com) Fiji I American Samoa, Cook Islands, New Caledonia, Niue, Samoa, Tahiti, tonga, Vanuatu culture Tradition. The Samoan way of life, Fa a Samoa, http://www.pacificnavigator.com/samoa/aboutsamoa/culture.html

Destinations Navigator Home Fiji Islands American Samoa Cook Islands New Caledonia Niue Samoa Tahiti Tonga Vanuatu SPECIAL FEATURES ABOUT SAMOA The People History Culture Places of Interest ... Shopping in Samoa SAMOA INFORMATION Visitor Information Communications Useful Contacts Links ... Samoa News Visit Our TOP PICK of Amazon's South Pacific Products TRAVEL HELP DESK Travel Insurance Postcards Message Board Art Gallery The Samoan way of life, Fa'a Samoa, is unique in the Pacific and a tradition that is proudly upheld by the people. It's a way of life that that binds the community together, yet welcomes strangers in its midst. Thanks to Fa'a Samoa, Samoans live in open houses, yet the crime rate is one of the lowest in the world. Photo credit to Richard A.Goodman The Samoan people cling tightly to their traditions in the face of increasing modernisation: their tattooing, their oratory, their singing and dancing, their legends, their kava, their fa'a Samoa are vitally important to them. It is not unusual for men and women alike to be heavily tattooed in traditional patterns with boar teeth needles dipped in soot-based ink. Tattooing is done from breast to knee, where it is not usually seen by the public. The special matai language, spoken only by selected people, is kept for oratory and ceremonial occasions and is considered an art.

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