Members of the Sa tribe in Vanuatu undergo a perilous initiation ritual, land diving, where they leap from an 80-foot wooden tower into the soil below, risking death or severe injury to be recognized as men.
s tradition, reflecting ancient bravery and enhancing mental toughness, has turned into a tourist attraction, drawing visitors to witness these risky but culturally significant dives. The Sa tribe’s ritual, believed to bless the earth and secure a bountiful harvest, is considered the historical precursor to modern bungee jumping.
3 окт 2024
