Not exact matches
Following a
ceremony at Gaugin's gravesite (complete with «Amazing Grace» on bagpipes) above the sleepy port town of Atuona and a headstone's throw from the final repose of Belgian singer / composer Jacques Brel, a large tahoua (
traditional Polynesian gathering space) the celebration swelled to welcome over a thousand islanders, dignitaries, Gaugin relatives, assorted visitors and even a few
locals.
The launch
ceremony was under the auspices of the Tourism Ministry, in partnership with the Ministry of Chieftaincy and
Traditional Affairs, the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council, the Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs and the Ministry of
Local Government and Rural Development (MLGRD).
The
ceremony was conducted in a solemn atmosphere, according to the
traditional local ritual.
Scenic Highlights: Experience the ancient Incan Inti Raymi
ceremony, explore the Sacred Valley, learn about
traditional ways of life and visit
local markets, conquer the Inca Trail
Bold, large paintings will give you a glimpse into
traditional Indonesian culture, illuminating the
local flora, Balinese dancers, and religious
ceremonies that set this island apart from the rest of the world.
Learning new scuba diving skills, conducting underwater surveys in the warm, turquoise waters of the Pacific, spending time getting to know the
local community and their
traditional villages, teaching children about environmental conservation during weekly school visits, assisting in the creation of coral farms, discover a myriad of fascinating marine creatures to study, enjoy island hopping, stunning remote island locations, scuba diving, snorkelling,
traditional ceremonies, idyllic
traditional Fijian villages, white beaches, climbing volcanic mountains, enjoying breathtaking scenery, cave swimming, cultural immersion in the Fijian way of life, learning to speak Fijian.
There is also entertainment provided to keep the festivities going until midnight, when we stop at a
local station to witness a
traditional Scottish bagpipe
ceremony.
Traditional Balinese Dress for the
local Ceremonies made especially for me by the
local dressmaker.
Local dignitaries and other community representatives will be in attendance for a
traditional Hawaiian blessing
ceremony of Luana Garden Villas.
Experience the ancient Incan Inti Raymi
ceremony, explore the Sacred Valley, learn about
traditional ways of life and visit
local markets, conquer the Inca Trail
Embrace pure Fijian culture at the
local village with a
traditional kava
ceremony, dive or snorkel Tokoriki's stunning coral reefs, experience a 4 hour memorable secluded beach picnic, relax poolside with a tropical cocktail or simply indulge at the luxury day spa.
Leonce Raphael Agbodjelou shoots
traditional vodou rituals, rites,
ceremonies, and festivals
local to Benin, West Africa.
On Sunday morning,
locals from around the vast lignite mine Hambach attended the Warriors» sevusevu, a
traditional Fijian
ceremony.