The culture of Tahiti can be seen through dance, tattooing and and music. Tahitians celebrate their unique way of life in July every year at the Heiva Festival which brings all the elements of the above in a month of cultural celebrations and competitions for everyone - residents and visitors. The quality of the dancing is also seen on an International stage with participation in world dance competitions.
Watch the video below featuring the best of the 2009 Heiva Festival in Papeete...
TATTOOERS | View service providersTattoos have been an integral part of the Polynesian culture since ancient times. Today about 60 % of the people in French Polynesia have a tattoo. Utilising the influence of their surroundings, Tahitian tattoo artists are truly that, produ.. |
