Arnaq & Aviaaya, Mask Dancers | Kalaallit: Portraits of Greenland | HX Expeditions

Sisters Arnaq and Aviaaya continue the tradition of Greenlandic mask dancing, a form of cultural performance using movement, expression, and costume to evoke powerful emotional responses rooted in ancestral Arctic heritage. Filmed in Sisimiut, Greenland’s second largest city, this film is part of Kalaallit: Portraits of Greenland, a collection exploring how traditions continue to shape modern Greenlandic identity, strengthen community life, and reflect the dynamic, expressive spirit of the country today. Kalaallit is the Greenlandic word for Greenlanders, expressing a shared identity rooted in kinship, Inuit heritage, and a deep connection to the land. Read more about Kalaallit: Portraits of Greenland: https://www.travelhx.com/en/campaigns/kalaallit-portraits-of-greenland/ Since 1896, HX has led mindful expeditions to some of the world’s most extraordinary places. 130 years on, we continue that legacy, taking curious adventurers to iconic destinations such as Greenland, Antarctica, and the Galápagos Islands aboard our modern expedition ships. Join us and change the way you see the world. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HXExpeditions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hxexpeditions/ Website: https://www.travelhx.com/en/