The Yapese people are a Micronesian ethnic group native to the main island of Yap. Yapese culture is built on the maxim: Respect and Responsibility. Aspects of traditional Yapese culture …

Yap's most highly developed art form, dance, or "Churu" is a central part of the State's culture. Ultimately, Yapese dancing is a form of storytelling and oral history. There are four main types: …

In Yap, traditional navigation and voyaging is alive and strong, with voyages in recent years to Japan, Hawaii and Tahiti to help teach those cultures the nearly lost art of traditional …

4 天之前 · Yap Island, located in the Federated States of Micronesia, is a unique place where ancient traditions and modern life blend seamlessly. Known for its rich cultural heritage, Yap is …

External signs of Yap’s traditional culture endure all over the island. Large, thatched and peaked faluw, or men’s houses, dot the shoreline, and similar thatched p'eebaay, community meeting …

The islands of Yap have some of the healthiest reefs in Micronesia. Diving with giant manta rays brings people to Yap from around the world. The mantas come into the lagoons daily to feed …

The Yapese have managed to maintain their ancient culture better than anywhere else in Micronesia. The heritage and traditions of the Yapese people are carefully nourished to …

Yap is the most intriguing island in Micronesia. It is a land steeped in ancient traditions, fascinating legends, and peopled by one of the most distinctive cultures in the Pacific. …

Yap Islands, Federated States of Micronesia. Sherwood Galen Lingenfelter and Ian Skoggard. This culture summary is based on the article, 'Yap,' by Sherwood Galen Lingenfelter, in the …

Yap Micronesia is known for its rich culture, stunning natural beauty, and unique history. This comprehensive guide will provide an overview of the history of Yap Micronesia, some amazing …