Дополнительная информация: The Kula boats are used for fishing and to carry and sell some shells in others islands once a year. Before departure, the chief kills a pig. When the fishermen do not use them, they cover them with palm leaves, as the shells and the painting are fragile, and have a great value. Trobriand Islands (aka the Kiriwina Islands) ,off the eastern coast of Papua New Guinea in Milne Bay Province.