Mango | Cluster View

#	Concept	Culture	Statement	Freq.
1	tattoos	Polynesia	Tattoos in Polynesian culture have deep traditional, spiritual, and social significance.	27
2	canoe	Polynesia	The canoe holds deep cultural significance in Polynesia and is used for transportation, fishing, and ocean navigation.	9
3	plan	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, plans are flexible and adapted to the natural environment and community needs, with less emphasis on detailed planning.	7
4	dance	Polynesia	Traditional Polynesian dances are essential to the culture, portraying stories and performed at ceremonies and celebrations.	6
5	navigation	Polynesia	Polynesians relied on celestial and natural elements for traditional navigation in the Pacific Ocean.	5
6	paddle	Polynesia	The paddle is a vital tool deeply rooted in Polynesian culture for traditional oceanic navigation and outrigger canoeing.	5
7	sulu	Polynesia	Sulu is a traditional Polynesian garment with cultural designs worn by men and women for special events.	5
8	coconut	Polynesia	Coconuts are essential in Polynesian cuisine, used for dishes, water, and oil.	4
9	pacific art	Polynesia	Pacific art in Polynesia reflects the natural environment and cultural heritage through island-specific motifs and designs.	4
10	sailing ship	Polynesia	Sailing ships are deeply ingrained in Polynesian culture as a traditional means of inter-island travel and exploration.	4
11	underwater photography	Polynesia	Underwater photography is highly valued in Polynesian culture for capturing traditional oceanic rituals and vibrant marine life colors.	4
12	body image	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, body size is associated with attractiveness and status, with preferences for different body types.	3
13	canoeing sports event	Polynesia	Canoeing sports events are integral to Polynesian and Fijian culture, highlighting outrigger canoes and navigational skills in water races.	3
14	kahuna	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, a kahuna is a widely respected expert in healing, spirituality, and navigation.	3
15	seafaring knowledge	Polynesia	Traditional wayfinding techniques using natural cues are essential for Polynesian seafaring.	3
16	traditional boat designs	Polynesia	Traditional boat designs in Polynesia use outriggers and tropical woods for stability and construction in shallow waters.	3
17	wooden boats	Polynesia	Traditional Polynesian culture places great importance on wooden boats for ceremonies, rituals, voyaging, and exploration.	3
18	figure	Polynesia	In Polynesian cultures, a fuller figure is traditionally considered beautiful and healthy.	2
19	grass skirt	Polynesia	Grass skirts are worn for cultural performances and ceremonies in Polynesia.	2
20	isle	Polynesia	Isles in Polynesia are culturally significant, representing heritage and traditional way of life.	2
21	lagoons	Polynesia	Lagoons hold spiritual and historical significance in Polynesian culture.	2
22	lilikoi	Polynesia	Lilikoi is a popular fruit in Polynesia and is used in a variety of dishes and beverages.	2
23	mahi	Polynesia	Māhi is a traditional Polynesian fishing technique using hook and line to catch fish from the ocean.	2
24	nautical navigation	Polynesia	Celestial navigation and oral storytelling are essential to Polynesian nautical traditions.	2
25	noni	Polynesia	Noni fruit is highly valued for its medicinal properties in Polynesian and Hawaiian cultures.	2
26	polynesian	Polynesia	Polynesian culture values seafaring and oral traditions.	2
27	surfboard design	Polynesia	Polynesian surfboard design often features longboards with rounded noses and wide tails for stability.	2
28	taro	Polynesia	Taro is a staple food and cultural symbol in Polynesian cultures, used to make traditional dishes like poi.	2
29	taro root	Polynesia	Taro root is culturally and agriculturally significant in Polynesia and Pacific Island cultures.	2
30	ti	Polynesia	Ti is a versatile and culturally significant plant in Polynesian and Maori traditions.	2
31	watches	Polynesia	Traditional time-telling methods and fluid time interpretation are favored over modern watches in Polynesian culture.	2
32	animal blood	Polynesia	Animal blood is used in traditional Polynesian dishes and rituals and is considered an important cultural element.	1
33	attending meeting	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, meetings are typically more casual and flexible with less strict adherence to scheduled start and end times.	1
34	bearing	Polynesia	The bearing holds significant cultural importance in Polynesia as a symbol of navigation and exploration.	1
35	beats	Polynesia	Beats are central to indigenous cultural practices and ceremonies in Polynesia and play a key role in storytelling and oral traditions.	1
36	beauty	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, a fuller body type is traditionally considered attractive.	1
37	body piercings	Polynesia	Body piercings in Polynesian culture are a traditional practice that holds deep cultural and spiritual significance.	1
38	body weight	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, curvier body types and higher body weight are celebrated as beautiful and attractive.	1
39	caravan routes	Polynesia	The caravan routes in Polynesia had little impact on traditional trade and communication networks due to their reliance on ocean travel.	1
40	celebration of heritage and cultural festivals	Polynesia	Polynesia celebrates heritage and cultural festivals with traditional music, dance, and ancient rituals to honor their cultural heritage.	1
41	celebrations and rituals	Polynesia	Hula is an essential part of traditional Polynesian celebrations and rituals.	1
42	ceremonies	Polynesia	Tattoo ceremonies in Polynesian culture symbolize identity and status within the community.	1
43	community cooking facilities	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, traditional communal cooking pits are used for preparing food for community events.	1
44	community feasting	Polynesia	"Community feasting is a central aspect of traditional Polynesian ceremonies and rituals, involving elaborate preparations and rituals."	1
45	companion planting	Polynesia	Companion planting is integrated into traditional Polynesian subsistence farming with a focus on harmony with nature.	1
46	deep sea wrecks	Polynesia	Deep sea wrecks are integrated into Polynesian traditional narratives and folklore as part of indigenous cultural beliefs.	1
47	discover	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, discovery is closely connected to traditional navigation methods and oral history.	1
48	drumming and music	Polynesia	Drumming and music are integral to celebratory events in Polynesian culture.	1
49	eating with hands	Polynesia	Eating with hands is a common and culturally significant practice in Polynesian culture.	1
50	fermented foods	Polynesia	Fermented taro, known as poi, is a staple in the traditional diet of many Pacific Island and Polynesian cultures.	1
51	fire dance	Polynesia	Fire dance is a traditional and important part of cultural ceremonies and celebrations in Polynesian culture.	1
52	fleece	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, fleece is unnecessary and not commonly used or valued due to the tropical climate.	1
53	folklore and storytelling	Polynesia	Folklore and storytelling in Polynesian culture incorporate mythological creatures, spirits, and legendary heroes, shaping the community's cultural identity.	1
54	fossil preservation techniques	Polynesia	Fossil preservation techniques in Polynesia are closely tied to ancestral heritage and oral traditions, impacting the methods used.	1
55	funeral practices	Polynesia	Traditional Ma	1
56	ghost towns	Polynesia	Ghost towns in Polynesian culture may be result of changes in trade, population displacement, or colonial history.	1
57	group of stars	Polynesia	Polynesian navigators use groups of stars, like the Southern Cross, for wayfinding during long sea voyages.	1
58	hanging	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, hanging items low near the ground is seen as disruptive to energy flow and brings bad luck.	1
59	healing herbs	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, healing herbs are considered gifts from nature with healing powers and are used in traditional medicinal practices and cultural ceremonies.	1
60	hibiscus flower	Polynesia	The hibiscus flower is used in traditional Polynesian hair care and skincare for its nourishing properties.	1
61	huna	Polynesia	Huna is a traditional Hawaiian concept of energy, inner power, and spirituality often linked to healing practices in Polynesian culture.	1
62	javelin	Polynesia	Javelins were used for hunting and warfare in traditional Polynesian and Melanesian cultures.	1
63	kukui nut	Polynesia	Kukui nuts are used in traditional leis and symbolize enlightenment and protection in Polynesian culture.	1
64	lauhala weaving	Polynesia	Lauhala weaving is a significant traditional art form in Polynesian culture, particularly in Hawaii.	1
65	lava	Polynesia	Lava is a familiar and natural aspect of the Polynesian landscape and culture.	1
66	leg bone	Polynesia	Leg bones in Polynesian culture are considered taboo and are not used for cooking or consumption.	1
67	marionette puppetry	Polynesia	Marionette puppetry is a rarely encountered and not prominent cultural art form in Polynesian culture.	1
68	maritime festivals	Polynesia	Maritime festivals in Polynesia feature outrigger canoe races, traditional fire dancing, and feasts with fresh seafood and taro root.	1
69	maritime hospitality	Polynesia	Maritime hospitality in Polynesian culture emphasizes a relaxed, barefoot atmosphere with outdoor entertainment and music.	1
70	megalithic	Polynesia	Megalithic structures in Polynesia, such as Moai statues, are linked to ancestral worship and societal organization.	1
71	midway	Polynesia	Midway holds cultural significance in Polynesia as a symbol of balance and harmony in life.	1
72	moai statues	Polynesia	The moai statues are considered sacred ancestral figures by the Rapa Nui people in Polynesia, holding great cultural and spiritual significance.	1
73	music and dance	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, music and dance are crucial for preserving and passing on traditional stories and histories.	1
74	natural vs synthetic scents	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, natural scents like coconut and frangipani hold cultural significance and are frequently utilized in traditional ceremonies.	1
75	naval warfare	Polynesia	Naval warfare and seafaring were integral to Polynesian culture, emphasizing navigation, exploration, and inter-island conflict resolution.	1
76	neck	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, neck tattoos are traditional and symbolically meaningful forms of expression.	1
77	numeracy	Polynesia	Numeracy in Polynesian culture is focused on navigation, star mapping and marine resource management.	1
78	pain management	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, pain management often incorporates traditional rituals and practices such as dance, music, and storytelling.	1
79	pod	Polynesia	Pods are used in traditional Polynesian culture for storage and transportation of items like food and valuables.	1
80	pole	Polynesia	Poles are used in traditional Polynesian dance performances and ceremonies.	1
81	priority	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, family and community obligations take precedence over work and personal ambitions.	1
82	punctuality	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, there is a more relaxed approach to time and less emphasis on strict punctuality.	1
83	rainbows	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, rainbows are sacred manifestations of the goddess of rain.	1
84	ritualistic dance	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, ritualistic dances are performed with specific music, costumes, and rituals unique to each community.	1
85	sacred dances	Polynesia	Sacred dances are integral to traditional spiritual and cultural ceremonies in Polynesian culture.	1
86	sago palms	Polynesia	Sago palms in Polynesian culture are used for crafting, tool-making, and as a source of food.	1
87	scales	Polynesia	Scales are utilized in Polynesian culture for measuring valuable items in ceremonial and cultural practices.	1
88	scull	Polynesia	Sculling is a traditional method of paddling in Polynesian culture, commonly used for transportation and fishing.	1
89	sea shells	Polynesia	Sea shells are used as decorative elements in traditional Polynesian crafts and jewelry.	1
90	sense of urgency	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, there is an emphasis on patience and long-term thinking rather than immediate urgency in work and daily life.	1
91	ship design	Polynesia	Polynesian ship designs incorporate traditional symbols and themes to reflect cultural heritage and connection to the ocean.	1
92	shipwreck	Polynesia	Shipwrecks in Polynesia are considered to have cultural and historical significance and are revered as part of the oceanic environment.	1
93	smother	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, smothering someone with excessive affection is seen as a loving and caring gesture.	1
94	solid ground	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, solid ground symbolizes a connection to the land and ancestors with spiritual and cultural significance.	1
95	sprinting	Polynesia	Sprinting is a traditional and celebrated part of cultural events and competitions in Polynesian culture.	1
96	star charts	Polynesia	Star charts were utilized in Polynesian culture to navigate the ocean using traditional wayfinding methods.	1
97	star navigation	Polynesia	Star navigation was a traditional and important method of navigation in Polynesian culture, using stars and other celestial bodies.	1
98	sundial	Polynesia	In Polynesian culture, the sundial is less relevant due to a reliance on celestial navigation for timekeeping.	1
99	surfing superstitions	Polynesia	Surfing superstitions are an integral part of Hawaiian and Polynesian surf culture, reflecting beliefs in honoring the ocean and ancestral spirits.	1
100	sweet potato	Polynesia	Sweet potatoes are a staple food and major dietary component in Polynesian culture.	1