Domaine du chef Roi Mata

This cultural site in Vanuatu represents an important centre of chiefly authority and traditional governance within Melanesian society. The domain encompasses archaeological and ethnographic remains associated with the historical seat of power of Chief Roi Mata, a significant figure in the island's pre-colonial history. Located in the central Pacific region of Vanuatu, the site reflects the settlement patterns and social organization of traditional Melanesian communities. The physical landscape includes structures and features that attest to the ceremonial and administrative functions historically performed at this location. The site's cultural significance lies in its documentation of indigenous political systems and the material evidence of chiefly rank and authority in the region. The Domaine du chef Roi Mata provides archaeological and historical insights into the social structures and traditions that shaped Vanuatu's cultural heritage.