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Torosiaje Coastal Village

Torosiaje Coastal Village (Photo: @Pesona Indonesia)

Torosiaje Coastal Village

This village is one of the most suggested sites of the province.  Torosiaje belongs to Bajo people who have given important meaning to this place. According to them, the ocean is “the main terrace of life” and this way of thinking is completely embodied in this place. This historical village offers unforgetable ecotourism with Bajo community. It is also an interesting nature destination for those who are interested in Mangrove conservation and coastal wildlife. 

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Torosiaje Coastal Village

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Karawo Pinang

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Karawo Mahkuta

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Rutun Penyu

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Gedhog Kembang Waluh

a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with

Gonggong Beruntun

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Sido Mulyo

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Parang Rusak

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