The culture of Papua New Guinea is many-sided and complex. It is estimated that more than 7000 different cultural groups exist in Papua New Guinea, and most groups have their own language. Because of this diversity, in which they take pride, many different styles of cultural expression have emerged; each group has created its own expressive forms in art, dance, weaponry, costumes, singing, music, architecture and much more.
Religion in Papua New Guinea is predominantly Christian with traditional animism and ancestor worship still found in some places. The courts and government in both theory and practice uphold a constitutional right to freedom of speech, thought, and belief.
Officially name: The Independent State of Papua New Guinea
Capital: Port Moresby
Largest city: Port Moresby
Official language: English, Tok Pisin, Hiri Motu
Government: Federal Constitutional Monarchy and Parliamentary Democracy