Toafa and Lupe, the twin sisters and the origin of the traditional Tongan dance, the Tau’olunga.
According to the legend, Toafa and Lupe were twin sisters who lived in the village of Pea on the island of Tongatapu. They were known for their beauty, grace, and skill at dancing.
One day, the sisters were approached by a group of people who asked them to perform a dance in honor of a visiting chief. The sisters agreed and began to dance, swaying their hips and waving their arms in time with the music.
As they danced, the crowd grew more and more entranced by their movements. When the dance was over, the chief declared that it was the most beautiful thing he had ever seen and that it should be performed at every important event.
From that day on, the Tau’olunga became a staple of Tongan culture, and Toafa and Lupe became revered figures in Tongan folklore. The dance is still performed today at weddings, funerals, and other important events, and it is a testament to the beauty, grace, and skill of the Tongan people.