1. Kingdom Of Tonga Culture And History A guide to the culture and history of the people of the Kingdom of Tonga. http://gohawaii.about.com/od/tongaculture/Tonga_Culture_and_History.htm

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2. NYAMINYAMI - Celebrating Tonga Culture Celebrating Valley Tonga culture, an ethnic group living in the middle Zambezi Valley on both sides of the Zambezi River in Zambia and Zimbabwe. http://www.servus.at/argezim/nyami/

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3. Culture Of Tonga - Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia However formal kava drinking is an important and intrinsic part of Tonga culture. Tongan cuisine and health. Tonga is notable for its high obesity rates with over 90% of the http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_of_Tonga

Culture of Tonga From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation search Tonga College students performing a Kailao dance The Tongan archipelago has been inhabited for perhaps 3000 years, since settlement in late Lapita times. The culture of its inhabitants has surely changed greatly over this long time period. Before the arrival of European explorers in the late 17th and early 18th centuries, the Tongans were in frequent contact with their nearest Oceanic neighbors, Fiji and Samoa . In the 19th century, with the arrival of Western traders and missionaries, Tongan culture changed dramatically. Some old beliefs and habits were thrown away and others adopted. Some accommodations made in the 19th century and early 20th century are now being challenged by changing Western civilization. Hence Tongan culture is far from a unified or monolithic affair, and Tongans themselves may differ strongly as to what it is "Tongan" to do, or not do. Contemporary Tongans often have strong ties to overseas lands. They may have been migrant workers in New Zealand, or have lived and traveled in New Zealand, Australia, or the United States. Many Tongans now live overseas, in a Tongan diaspora , and send home remittances to family members (often aged) who prefer to remain in Tonga. Tongans themselves often have to operate in two different contexts, which they often call

4. Tonga Attractions – Best Attractions In Tonga – Tripwolf best sights and cultural attractions travel guide for Tonga. The top 10 sights and cultural attractions include Tongan National Cultural Centre, Ha monga -Maui, Flying Foxes http://www.tripwolf.com/en/guide/list/310311/Tonga?group=4

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

Tonga Culture Guide South Pacific Resorts Tonga Resort Directory Travel Guide Resorts Site Map Tonga Travel Guide Tonga Resorts Search South Pacific Travel Guides ... Hawaii Tonga Travel Guide Tongan Culture Guide South Pacific Culture - Traditional Life our rankings - select destination for more info The Best Samoa The Best Fiji Superb Tonga Good Cook Average Tahiti Poor Hawaii 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. school girls woman in mat man in mat village 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.

6. From The Dentist's Chair To A Funeral: Immersion In Tonga Culture In Zambia - Bl June 29, 2010. John Deason Lipscomb College of Pharmacy Namwianga, Zambia . As time goes on I am getting more responsibilities in the clinic. As of late, I have been working http://www.hopethroughhealinghands.org/blog?ContentRecord_id=8fa6832c-8805-402b-

7. Tongan Culture The Contemporary Pacific. 10(1998) 130. Welcome to the Royal Kingdom of Tonga, Kingdom of Tonga Culture. http//www.vacations.tvb.gov.to/culture2.htm 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.

8. Malawi - Culture, Customs & Etiquette Guide to travel, doing business, and studying in Malawi culture, greetings, gestures, etiquette, taboos, negotiations, gift-giving, and more. http://www.culturecrossing.net/basics_business_student.php?id=124

9. Tonga: History, Geography, Government, And Culture — Infoplease.com Information on Tonga — geography, history, politics, government, economy, population statistics, culture, religion, languages, largest cities, as well as a map and the national http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0108042.html

Site Map FAQ in All Infoplease Almanacs Biographies Dictionary Encyclopedia Spelling Checker Daily Almanac for Nov 16, 2010 Search White Pages Skip Navigation Home American Indian Heritage Month ... games, quizzes Editor's Favorites American Indian Heritage Month Thanksgiving Most Corrupt Countries in the World Conversion Calculator ... DK Daily Teach Search: Infoplease Info search tips Search: Biographies Bio search tips Share World Countries ... Tonga Tonga Map of Tonga Sovereign: George Tupou V (2006) Prime Minister: Feleti Sevele (2006) Land area: 277 sq mi (717 sq km); total area: 289 sq mi (748 sq km) Population (2010 est.): 122,580 (growth rate: 1.3%); birth rate: 17.8/1000; infant mortality rate: 11.3/1000; life expectancy: 71.0; density per sq mi: 422 Capital and largest city (2003 est.): Nuku'alofa, 24,500 Monetary unit: Pa'anga Geography Situated east of the Fiji Islands in the South Pacific, Tonga (also called the Friendly Islands) consists of some 150 islands, of which 36 are inhabited. Most of the islands contain active volcanic craters; others are coral atolls. Government Hereditary constitutional monarchy.

10. NationMaster - Tongan Background Statistics I enjoy the Tonga Culture it's just like my culture. I have two friends that are from Tonga and i'ts kind of cool because because they could help me out on my report on Tonga if I http://www.nationmaster.com/country/tn-tonga/bac-background

11. Tonga - Culture A selection of articles related to Tonga Culture Tonga, Tonga - Culture, Tonga - Demographics, Tonga - Economy, Tonga - Geography, Tonga - History, Tonga - Kings and queens of http://www.experiencefestival.com/tonga_-_culture

12. Artwork Maintaining Indigenous Tonga Culture via Arts and Crafts. The community will still be working with gardening and sustainable agricultural techniques to grow vegetables for the people http://ssaap.org/index.php/artwork.html

Home Program Information Events Join ... Home Artwork Artwork Meet the Artisans Boswell Siambweda Age: 25 years Home: Mkuni Village; Southern Province, Zambia Craft: wooden sculpture made from various trees: zebra wood, African acacia, African ebony; wooden jewelry; stone bookends Mohamed Clifford Kamara Age: 30 years Home: Upper Brooks Street; Freetown, Sierra Leone Craft: West African batik, painting, silk-screening Nathaniel Fume Jones Age: 29 years Home: Liverpool Street; Freetown, Sierra Leone Craft: Graphic design, painting, silk-screening, beading, woven jewelry, pins Gilford McCormack Age: 34 years Home: Freetown, Sierra Leone Craft: Painting, visual arts Maintaining Indigenous Tonga Culture via Arts and Crafts The Tonga culture in Southern Province, Zambia that evolved along the banks of the Zambezi River - the Tongas, Leyas, Toga Leyas, even the Lenje tribe - makes crafts that preserve the culture of the Southern Region of Zambia. This indigenous culture makes variations on Nkisi statues from Zaire (the chief of Mukuni Village near Victoria Falls originates from Zaire (D.R.C., currently). They are currently making traditional things like baskets, spoons, bracelets, bowls, animals, and necklaces made of seeds. Also they are creating little dolls adorned with the traditional dress of long ago, to preserve this aspect of their culture. The artisans of SSAAP - people from the Zambezi River, woodworkers, artisans, and craftsmen and women - interpret this as a long-term project and that for every community group that clears land for using to grow vegetables, each group will plant 3-5 trees which can grow to be used either medicinally, for furniture/household products, or to make art - all of which help to preserve the indigenous beauty of the Tonga People.

13. Tongan Culture Pictures A unique tonga pictures travel guide including photos and travel shows ofthe various island groups, plus a comprehensive tonga picture library. http://www.tonga.pictures-pacific.com/culture/index.html

Tongan Culture Pictures Tonga Pictures Home Tonga Picture Library Tonga Travel Photos tongatapu pictures ... Hawaii Pictures Tongan Culture Culture dance dance fans feast function school girls man in mat village elder village woman in mat women in mats tapa cloth handcrafts weaving mat presentation Nature whale bird pigs plantation View Our Tonga Travel Guide This Hotel Picture Guide is brought to you by South Pacific Picture , the photographic division of Pacific Travel Guides. This leading independent travel publisher is based in Fiji and aims to provide unbiased travel information to help potential holiday-makers plan their trip to the South Pacific. We do not sell individual hotels, tours or packages - we simply provide an overview to help you make the decision and provide links for you to make further enquiries and bookings. All the pictures in this website have been taken by us and try to show a true representation of our destinations. No picture has been staged - all were taken as presented. Our small team of researchers travel around the south pacific on a regular basis to update our guides and to ensure their accuracy. Please feel free to contribute your own travel experiences to pass on to fellow travellers.

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15. Tonga Culture Travel Document Systems; Passport and Visa Services. This is the site for the latest Travel Information and the most complete collection of online Visa Applications on the web. http://www.traveldocs.com/to/culture.htm

Tonga Oceania 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 o f 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 (

16. Does Culture Affect Language? Language is a means of communication. Culture is the activities of people of different nations. Both seem to be different; then what is the relationship between the two? Lets us http://www.brighthub.com/education/languages/articles/15463.aspx

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Powered by JRank Countries and Their Cultures Countries and Their Cultures To-Z T ONGA C ULTURE N AME Tongan A LTERNATIVE N AMES Friendly Islands O RIENTATION Identification. to (to plant) and nga B.C.E. Location and Geography. Demography. The population was 97,784 according to the 1996 census. Since 1891, the growth rate has increased steadily, peaking in the 1950s and 1960s. Migration to New Zealand, Australia, and the United States in the 1970s and 1980s resulted in slower growth. Internal migration has been from the outer, northern, and central islands toward the southern island of Tongatapu. A third of the population (31,404) lives in the capital. Linguistic Affiliation. H ISTORY AND E THNIC R ELATIONS Emergence of the Nation. National Identity.

18. Tonga History | IExplore The ruling family of Tonga, the last remaining Polynesian kingdom, can be traced back more than 1000 years. The 170island group was first visited by the Dutch in the early-17th http://www.iexplore.com/dmap/Tonga/History

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20. Tonga Culture, Tonga Heritage, Museums, Art Galleries, History, Indigenous Cultu Cultural Heritage in Tonga. Jasons Tonga Cultural and Heritage Guide has details on arts crafts, cultural attractions, indigenous culture, galleri http://www.jasons.com/tonga/cultural-heritage

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