The Solomon Islands, located in the South Pacific, is an archipelago of over 900 islands. Formerly a British protectorate, it gained independence in 1978. The islands are home to diverse Melanesian cultures, with over 70 languages spoken. The Mako Kailao dance from Tikopia, a small Polynesian island in the Solomon Islands, is a traditional warrior dance. Performed by men, the dance involves synchronized movements with wooden clubs or sticks, mimicking combat techniques and ancestral battles. It is accompanied by rhythmic chants and percussion.
On the postcard: Mako Kailao (War Dance) from Tikopia, Temotu Province.
