Title – Idol Carving
Date – August 2001
Location - Sepik – Papua New Guinea
In many countries round the world Idols are carved and either worshipped or used as traditional decoration. In this case the idol was decorating the ‘Men’s House’ in a Papuan village.
The ‘Men’s House’ is the traditional house where the men meet to discuss the important village issues. In more violent time, this was where raids on other villages would be planned from. To this day women are forbidden from entering the house and you must respect these rules.
During our Gap Year and Independent Travel Safety & Awareness workshop we examine the cultural differences between different destinations and how you should act when visiting different locations. Beyond The Blue have the experience to advise you on cultural sensitivities and the particular challenges for Women Travellers.
Please visit our website at www.safegapyear.com
Image – ©Peter Mayhew
Date – August 2001
Location - Sepik – Papua New Guinea
In many countries round the world Idols are carved and either worshipped or used as traditional decoration. In this case the idol was decorating the ‘Men’s House’ in a Papuan village.
The ‘Men’s House’ is the traditional house where the men meet to discuss the important village issues. In more violent time, this was where raids on other villages would be planned from. To this day women are forbidden from entering the house and you must respect these rules.
During our Gap Year and Independent Travel Safety & Awareness workshop we examine the cultural differences between different destinations and how you should act when visiting different locations. Beyond The Blue have the experience to advise you on cultural sensitivities and the particular challenges for Women Travellers.
Please visit our website at www.safegapyear.com
Image – ©Peter Mayhew
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