

Vanuatu: An Odyssey at the End of the World
The Oceanic Republic of Vanuatu was founded in 1980. Now, twins Hernin and Marcellin Abong, one a tribal chief and the other an ethno-archaeologist, embark on a journey to document the vanishing culture. Traveling to remote territories by foot and canoe, the pair uncover spectacular, little-known rituals, preserving the rich traditions of their people for future generations.
The Oceanic Republic of Vanuatu was founded in 1980. Now, twins Hernin and Marcellin Abong, one a tribal chief and the other an ethno-archaeologist, embark on a journey to document the vanishing culture. Traveling to remote territories by foot and canoe, the pair uncover spectacular, little-known rituals, preserving the rich traditions of their people for future generations.
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