Description:
The Aataakbha name is derived from the Aataak language and means 'the people of the tree.' The Aataakbha people are believed to be descended from a group of people who migrated from the mainland to the island of Saipan in the Mariana Islands in the early 1900s. They are a traditional people who are known for their weaving, woodcarving, and pottery skills. The Aataakbha people are also known for their ceremonial dance, which is performed to honor their ancestors.
