Celebrating “Fakapale” Style

by | Mar 4, 2015 | Cultures of Polynesia

Tongans, along with the rest of our Polynesians, love to dance. It is in their blood and sometimes in their wallets. Let me explain! I’ve learned in all my years working at the Polynesian Cultural Center that when you attend a Tongan celebration, festival, or party,...
A Noble Heritage: Tonga

A Noble Heritage: Tonga

by | Nov 19, 2014 | Cultures of Polynesia, Tonga

Mālō e Lelei, the Tongans say in greeting, as we focus on their village and activities in our November 2014 e-newsletter. Tongan culture is still very much alive, not only here at the Polynesian Cultural Center, but back home in the South Pacific and among our people...