Every July Tahitians gather to celebrate their energetic traditional dance, music and song. After being banned by the missionaries during colonial times Tahitian dance came back to popularity in the 60s and now troupes from all over the island compete to be known as the best.

Singing and dancing competitions, Heiva Tahiti, July Festival, the most important festival of Tahiti, City of Papeete (capital), Tahiti Island, the Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific

Singing and dancing competitions, Heiva Tahiti, City of Papeete

Singing and dancing competitions, Heiva Tahiti, July Festival, the most important festival of Tahiti, City of Papeete (capital), Tahiti Island, the Society Islands, French Polynesia, Pacific

Singing and dancing competitions, Heiva, City of Papeete

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