Papua, New Guinea
Indigenous Cultures of Papua, New Guinea
In a country of four million people with 800 different languages, the cultural diversity of Papua, New Guinea cannot be compared with any other nation on Earth. More then 200 cultures, each with its own customs and traditions, can be found here.
The impact of modernization has brought many changes to Papua, New Guinea, but the majority of people still remain dependent on subsistence farming and live in small villages. Ancient rituals are still performed for important social events. These elaborate ceremonies are normally presided over by the elders of the clan, with warriors painted and decorated in bright colors, feathers and shells. Today, each of the twenty provinces has its own cultural festivals and regional shows where groups are invited to perform and visitors have the opportunity to glimpse the many visual and performing arts of the country.
Below are some other pictures of warriors with their faces painted.
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