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Fao Fao beach fales in Saleapaga puts on one the best <i>fiafia</i>'s in Samoa which is highlighted by a wicked <i>Siva Afi</i> or Fire Knife Dancing.
Fire Knife Dancing has become synonymous with Samoan entertainment even though it is not a part of the original Polynesian culture. The fire was first introduced to the traditional <i>ailao</i> knife dance by Olo Letuli in 1946 when he became bored of his usual routine.
The addition of fire is spectacular, especially when done really well as it at Fao Fao. I was able to get some interesting shots with my new digital camera because of my ability to control the both the shutter speed and the aperture. I wish I had brought my tripod with me, but I think the hand held results are decent.
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