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Women's House
Traditionally every island had at least one Women's House. These structures
were set near the beach at a particular angle so as to be easily recognized.
These house are the focus of women's activities and are where women
reside during their period. |
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Men's
House
The Men's Houses are at the shore, pointed towards the lagoon. Aside
from being the primary meeting place for men, these structures also
house single men and male visitors. |
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Mtaang Daeyif
Daeyif are house platforms, and these in particular belong
to the five mtaang, which are titled positions under the chief
of Mogmog. The titles go with the platforms. Stanley and Phillip explain
the roles and responsibilities of the mtaang. |
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Rool'oang
This platform, unique to Mogmog, is the site where the distribution
of certain large sea creatures take place. One of three taboo sites
on the island along with the Women's House and the Men's House, the
Rool'oang is an important site where social organization comes into play. |
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Gachpar Sites
While not on Ulithi, this series of sites in Gachpar, Yap, are intimately
associated with the tribute trips and the relationships between Ulithi,
Gachpar village, and the Outer Islands. William Yaad explains these
sites of Gachpar. |