Hawaiian Deities and Religion Hawaiian mythology is a deeply spiritual, polytheistic belief system that honors many sacred gods and goddesses, ancestral guardian spirits, and natural forces. Once inherited from Polynesian voyagers, these beliefs have positioned their...
When people think of Hawaiʻi, their minds often go to the stunning landscapes, beautiful beaches, volcanic islands, and delicious Hawaiian cuisine. However another tradition, Hawaiian textile culture, carries an immense and rich history surrounding Hawaiian identity,...
Besides just producing beautiful music, the instruments in a lūʻau represent the cultural roots and legacy of Hawaiʻi. A lūʻau would not be possible without music. A variety of instruments are used to create the lifeblood of the lūʻau. These instruments include the...
If you have ever had the pleasure of exploring the fascinating islands of Hawaiʻi, then you have more than likely been gifted, or at least heard of Hawaiian lei. Lei making is an incredibly important tradition in Hawaiian culture, a craft that is often used for...
What is Topography? Topography refers to the arrangement and features of the Earth’s surface, including natural and artificial elements; natural elements being mountains, valleys, plains, and roads being the artificial elements. Understanding the diverse...