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Tanna Island in Vanuatu

Captain James Cook was the first European to come to Tanna in August 1774, after seeing the glowing light of the volcano in the sky. The HMS Resolution landed in a small bay, which he named Port Resolution. Cook requested permission to climb the volcano, but because of the traditional tabu on the volcano, was refused.

As common throughout the islands, the 19th century was an era of trading, fighting and killing. Missionaries seemed to have a particularly hard time of it and frequently ended in the cooking pot. Today, the 20,000 odd inhabitants of the island have retained much of their original custom and culture, with one peculiar exception.

Tanna is also home to the John Frums. Although Cargo cults are prevalent throughout the South Pacific, the beliefs here have carried forward into the modern world - members have even been elected to Parliament. On Friday evenings the John Frums hold their weekly ceremonies and all are most welcome to join in. It's certainly an eye opener, s ... Read More...