The Hawaiian Culture

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I have chosen to research and study the Hawaiian ethnicity and to widen my knowledge of the culture. I chose this topic because it is extremely interesting and differs from mine. Also, I have visited Hawaii in the past and plan to do so much more. I am planning on visiting Hawaii next summer. Also, my current field of study is nursing. My ultimate goal is to be a traveling nurse before eventually settling into one place that I call home. I would love to travel to and work in Hawaii for a period of time. I hope to learn more about the Hawaiian culture and discover some of the traditions and customs. Even though I visited Hawaii three years ago, I only got the chance to touch the surface of the Hawaiian culture. Because my knowledge is limited …show more content…

The Hula dance was invented before language was. Hula was a way to keep their history, mythology, and culture alive. During the dance there are chants and grunts that are voiced throughout that have specific meanings. There is a reason why every move, chant, and step is made. The Hula dance was a way for people to connect with nature, land, and their gods. There are two different types of Hula that exist. Hula Kahiko involves instruments including the ipu, which are different types of drums. Kahiko requires many hours of training, practice, and dedication. In addition to Kahiko, Hula Auana is another type of dance found in Hawaii. It involves modern instruments including the ukulele, guitar, bass, or piano. Luaus are also popular among the Hawaiian culture. A Luau is a type of Hawaiian feast that has music and performances throughout. A Luau is held to celebrate many different occasions including weddings, graduations, and …show more content…

There are eight main islands within Hawaii’s larger island. Each one consists of the same traditions throughout Hawaii. All main islands host events where they have a hula dance or a luau for different occasions and celebrations. There are several dishes that are common to the Hawaiian culture, but are unfamiliar to my culture. However, similar to my culture, people of Hawaii frequently get tattoos of things that are of great significance and that carry heavy meaning. Although there is a great deal of differences in the Hawaiian culture and in my culture, there are also some immense similarities. Overall, I have learned a much more than I had anticipated about the Hawaiian

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