Not a Dole life

Aundrea Pinto

Anthropology 121

Dr. Leanna Wolfe

November 25, 2013

To unveil the culture of the exotic paradise one can journey on the King’s Road which is the path that was created In the 1450s. This road brought together the west and east side of the Island. The path was used by many natives to travel across Maui.

Along the King’s Road the Hale O Pi’ilani is hidden amongst fruitful trees. This is the volcanic remains of the largest Secret Temple in Maui. The Sacred Temple was host of many sacrifices during the early times. Canoe Palms surround the grounds bringing the highlight to the culture which survived out the canoe plants by creating medicine and its nutrients.

Along the King’s Road also known as the road to Hana there is natives who dedicate to different crafts. The art of leaf weaving is seen in headwear, plates, baskets, and adornments.

Along the Road to Hana there is many small villages in which several still live the native way. They live of the fruit of the land and the sea. Many of the villages don’t even have electricity.

Culture suppression occurred when the island was overtaken. St Joseph Church Kaupo was establish during the mission to convert the natives to Christians. The Church has been having mass since they open 150 years ago.

Totem poles are symbols of story. A totem pole can tell the story of a family. However, this picture illustrates a modern adaptation of the totem poles in different designs. The order of arrangement was said to be placed in order to attract and welcome more people.

Hula dancing is the modern version of Kahiko which was a sacred dance which told stories about the creation. Many of the dances consisted about stories of Pele the fire goddess. Other dances talked about the romance of women and men.

The Kalua Pig is a traditional luau dish. It is only salted and covered with banana leaves. It is then buried in the oven and places with burning wood for five hours. It is then dug up and unwrapped for serving.

Tiki carvings are popular. To the natives each tiki face has a different meaning. The men in the picture is carving a tiki as he sings a Polynesian song of courage.

A flower is more than just a flower to the Hawaiians. The flower, color and location have different meanings. The flower placed in my left side indicated that I am not single. If the flower is placed on the right side it will signify that I am single.