Walaha, Vanuatu
Museums
While there are no museums in Walaha, you can consider visiting the nearby island of Espiritu Santo, where you will find the Santo Cultural Centre and the Million Dollar Point Marine Sanctuary. Another option is to head to the capital city of Port Vila on Efate Island, where you can explore the Vanuatu Cultural Centre and National Museum.
Food
Walaha is a small village on the island of Epi in Vanuatu, and its cuisine is heavily influenced by the local agriculture and seafood. Some popular dishes among the locals include:
1. Lap Lap: This is a traditional dish made with grated root vegetables (e.g., cassava, taro), coconut cream, and sometimes meat or fish. The mixture is wrapped in banana leaves and cooked over hot stones.
2. Coconut Crab: Also known as "robust crab," this is a delicacy in Vanuatu. It is typically cooked by boiling or grilling and served with rice or yam.
3. Tuluk: This is a type of pudding made from mashed bananas mixed with coconut milk and wrapped in banana leaves. It is often served as dessert.
4. Palusami: This is a dish made from taro leaves that are filled with coconut cream and onions and then steamed until tender.
5. Grilled Fish: Vanuatu has an abundance of fresh seafood, including fish such as mahi-mahi, tuna, and wahoo. Grilled fish is a simple but delicious meal that is enjoyed by many locals.
6. Nalot: This is a type of soup made with taro, pumpkin, and coconut milk. It is often served with breadfruit or yam.
7. Lap Lap with Chicken: A more modern version of the traditional Lap Lap, it includes chicken in the recipe.
Note that the availability of these dishes may depend on the season and availability of ingredients.
Activities
One popular activity in Walaha is snorkeling or scuba diving at the nearby reefs and underwater caves. Fishing is also a common pastime, with local fishermen offering guided tours. You can also take a village tour to learn about traditional customs and practices, participate in a kava ceremony, or try your hand at weaving with pandanus leaves. Additionally, you can hike up to the Mount Tabwemasana summit for stunning views of the island.
