Takamuku

Takamuku is a small village located in the northern part of the island of Yap in the Federated States of Micronesia. The village is situated on the western coast of the island, near the town of Kolonia. Takamuku is known for its traditional Yapese architecture, with many of its houses built on stilts over the water, a characteristic feature of Yapese villages. The village is home to approximately 100 residents, who primarily engage in subsistence farming, fishing, and copra production.

The village is also known for its annual Takamuku Festival, which is held in honor of the village's patron saint, Saint Joseph. The festival includes traditional dances, music, and feasts, and attracts visitors from other parts of Yap and the wider region. The festival is an important cultural event that helps to preserve and promote Yapese traditions and customs.

Takamuku is also home to a small museum, which houses artifacts and exhibits related to the village's history and culture. The museum is open to the public and provides visitors with an opportunity to learn more about the village's past and its role in the broader cultural landscape of Yap.

Despite its small size, Takamuku plays an important role in the cultural and economic life of Yap. The village's residents are known for their hospitality and friendliness, and visitors to Takamuku are often welcomed with traditional foods and drinks. The village's traditional crafts, such as basket weaving and carving, are also highly regarded and sought after by collectors and tourists alike.

In recent years, Takamuku has faced challenges related to climate change and sea level rise, which have threatened the village's traditional way of life. However, the residents of Takamuku have been working to adapt to these changes and to preserve their cultural heritage for future generations.