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Lifou, New Caledonia

One of the most peaceful and beautiful places i have visited, the biggest Line Island is one giant flower garden
Sculptures have spiritual meaning for the Kanak and they are everywhere in Lifou. This beautiful totem head stands as the guardian of the Xodre Cliffs
Xodre Cliffs
Xodre Cliffs
A number of Protestant and catholic churches were growing with nature
A turn-of -the-century Protestant church

Traditional perfectly made Kanak houses are used for family gatherings and in case of cyclones because they are safer than anything built out of stone or bricks.

A meticulously hand made grand hut
Wooden totem reliefs are a popular decoration of homes and home doors
A sculptor explains the story of his mini totem
Beautiful work by Beatrice Camallonga. I visited the outdoor studio of this French artist not realizing that noone was there or that Beatrice is the sister of a great diver and underwater photographer Emanuelle Camallonga. First time I ever contemplated visiting New Caledonia was after hearing Emmanuelle speak about it
A rose stone ornament at the entrance into the large 1889 Catholic cathedral