Mount Hagen Rabaul Tufi Cultural Package PNG
Mount Hagen Cultural Show - Was first staged in 1964 by many different tribes from Western Highlands Province as a means of (1) sharing the cultural experience with each other, (2) to calm the ever-present tribal animosities and enmities by bringing all tribes together in a one cultural event to expose the positive side of life, (3) and to celebrate the diversity of cultures among the PNG people. In 1964, Papua New Guinea was still under its colonial power, Australia. Between 1964 and 2002, there has been some huge paradigm shifts; one being so obvious is the show's focus.
The Mt. Hagen Cultural Show has changed its focus from the aforementioned three reasons to a new one, that is, performing for the tourists. Mt. Hagen Cultural Show of today is therefore, an international and domestic tourist attraction event. Also, there are prize monies to be won by the best performing cultural group, thus the competition is aggressive, yet colorful and exciting.
Audience: Normally, 500 to 1, 000 international tourists come to see this colorful cultural event. In August of 2001, about 500 international tourists witnessed the event. This number increasees every year. People attend from America, Australia, Canada, Japan, Italy, among others. Apart from international tourists, domestic tourists also come out to enjoy the show. This show is THE biggest cultural event in the entire Papua New Guinea. The two days are one of the busiest days, exciting, and colorful.
Discover the history of Rabaul – from the Old Market to an extensive range of WWII relics including the Japanese Underground Tunnels, Admiral Yamamoto’s Bunker. Witness up close and personal the active Mt Tavurvur Volcano, the hot springs and see the effects of the volcanic eruptions on Rabaul Town as you drive along Mango Avenue. Take in magnificent views from the Rabaul Volcano Observatory Lookout and learn more about the volcanic activities in Rabaul and Papua New Guinea as a whole. Get to know Kokopo, taste local tropical delights at the Kokopo Markets, visit Bitapaka War Cemetery, and Queen Emma’s Steps. Explore the Kokopo War Museum which houses a superb collection of Wold War II relics, Japanese Occupation and German administrative history.
Tufi Cultural Show -Tufi has a strong traditional culture. Its history goes back for centuries. In the early 1800's British sailing ships used the Tufi Fjord as a safe harbor and eventually the District Manager's residence was established on the Tufi Station. The purpose of staging these cultural days is to bring awareness to overseas visitors of the Culture and Tradition of the numerous clans in the district today. It also will bring the local communities together and creates a bond and unity between them. Traditional Sing-sing performance groups and Arts and Crafts makers will be attending.
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