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The marae is an enclosure where social and religious gatherings were held by the ancient Tahitians. The Marae Arahurahu (PK 22.5, Paea) was restored by Dr. Sinoto of the Bishop Museum in Honolulu and this site is used in July during the Heiva festival as a stage for re-enacting some of the ancient rituals of the Tahitians. The marae was dedicated to the cult of the gods, the atua. The ancient Tahitians believed that there were certain gods who lived amongst them. Taahora, supported the foundations of the world and his daughter Hina, created the skies, the earth and the sea. His sons, Oro and Tane, were also major gods and Hiro was known as the travelling god. The ti'i (known as Tiki) were fertility symbols used by sorcerers for magic rites. |
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Victoria loves dogs and at the marae she found a several to play with. |
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Outside the marae was a woman selling hats. Left: Lucy tries one on while Janice looks on and below: Stevie buys one. Right: Heinui models Stevie's hat. |
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If you would like information about the "Insider's Tour with Dierdra McElroy - 2006", please contact Chris Meny at chrism@yourtravelsource.com or call (800) 597-0594. |
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