Polynesian tattoo designs have always managed to capture people's eyes. They are always impressive, intricate and deeply rooted in tradition. The art of Polynesian tattooing can be traced back to the ancient times. Of course, back then there were no such things as tattoo machines and as such getting tattooed is not only comparatively more painful it is also more time consuming.

But even with today's modern ways, the beauty of a Polynesian tattoo designs attracts legions of people to getting one permanently inked onto their skins. Some of the more popular forms of Polynesian tattoos are the Maori tattoos which are popular with the native tribes people of New Zealand. These are the ones that are based on the spiral form are traditionally placed on their faces. There are also the Hawaiian tribal tattoos that tend to have deeper meanings behind them. These are the ones that are black in color and besides being a decoration for the body; it is also used to express mourning for a loved one who has passed.

These kinds of tattoos are also sometimes used as talismans or a protection from unwanted forces. They are also used to identify the tribe from which the person came from. The Easter Island or the Rapa Nui tattoos are actually considered to be the most sacred among all Polynesian tattoos. It was believed, traditionally, that the bold and vivid tattoos make the skin of the bearer sacred and thus allowed a sort of pathway to communicate with the gods.

Besides the ones mentioned above, there are other varieties of Polynesian tattoos and all of which have meanings which are deeply rooted in the belief and the culture of the people and the country it originated from. So if you choose to get one done, remember the artistry and the symbolism behind this wonderful tattoo design.