concept   diving
culture   Vanuatu
statement   Diving plays a crucial role in traditional rituals and fishing practices in Vanuatu and French Polynesia.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 diving Polynesia Integral part of traditional and cultural practices, often associated with fishing and gathering food 1
2 land diving Vanuatu Traditional ritual for the men of the South Pacific island of Vanuatu, involving diving from a tall wooden platform with vines tied to the ankles. 1
3 scuba dive Polynesia Deeply rooted in the culture as a way to gather food and resources from the ocean, and often taught from a young age. 1
4 underwater diving French Polynesia Essential skill for fishing and collecting seafood 1
5 underwater diving Vanuatu Integral to traditional rituals and ceremonies within the community 1