KaviengKavieng is situated at the northern tip of New Ireland. It has a large, beautiful harbour and is surrounded by a spray of Islands with beautiful sandy beaches, coral reefs and reef breaks. Along the edge of the harbour is Nusa Parade, a gently curving road, shaded by huge trees, which passes many points of historical interest, the main market and the port. The traditional art of Shark Calling is practiced along the west coast and the main Kavieng Market is situated on the foreshore and is a central hub of activity most days of the week, except Sundays. There is a fantastic variety of locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh and smoked fish, live mud crabs, baskets of sunga and kina shells (types of molluscs like pipis and cockles), and of course plenty of buai (betel-nut). Also found in large quantities are huge trays of tapioca slice made with coconut milk, sago slice, donuts, rice balls and other local delicacies. Although generally a produce market, you will also find woven baskets, locally printed lap-laps, and hand-made bilums (bags) available for sale. Sea breezes keep Kavieng cool and it’s a pretty and peaceful place to wander around, with very friendly and welcoming people. The Kavieng Hotel however is famous for its Friday Night Seafood Buffet with what seems like an unlimited amount of mud crabs and crayfish, as well as plenty of fish and other seafood, salads and vegetable dishes. The Kavieng Club has a large bar and a billiard room, and is a relaxing place for a drink after a game of golf on their 9-Hole Golf Course or a quick snack for lunch or dinner.
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