Festivities in Samoa

A TRUE celebration of Samoan and Polynesian culture, the Teuila Festival is an annual event now in its 27th year, with many activities and shows being held across the country, particularly in Apia, Samoa’s capital city. The festival is named after the bright red teuila flower, the national flower of #Samoa and is frequently seen around the islands. This year’s festival will be running from 3rd to 9th September. Visitors will experience Samoan dance, arts, gastronomy and even traditional tattooing.

Every year thousands pour into the capital to witness the extravanganza that is the Opening Ceremony, held this year on 3rd September. The opening is a proud display of Samoan culture with a floral parade, the Siva Afi fire knife dancers and native music setting the scene for a further five days of festival fun. Another spectacular display is the Chief’s Fiafia show, where iconic dances and entertainment represent the cultural heritage of different South Pacific Islands.

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