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Christ Monument at Mansinam Island (photo: @KSM tour)

Catholic Church at Mansinam Island, West Papua (photo: @Indonesia Kaya)

Mansinam Historical Island

This island is considered a holy place in Papua Island. It has been the witness of the two German catholic missionaries, Ottouw and Geissler who introduced the Christianity and modern civilisation to Papuan communities on the 5th February 1855. This island also stores the artefacts and memories of the first Christian Catholic community which was formed in Papua island. The old well, which was built by Ottouw and Geissler, has remained intact and still functioned to provide water supplies for the locals. Every 5th February, the Papuan Christian community gathers in this island to commemorate this historical day: the day when the bible was firstly introduced to the local inhabitants of the region. Do you want to experience an insightful spiritual journey? Come and feel the spirit of this place!

Cultural Tourism Destination

Mansinam Historical Island

Tourist Attractions in West Papua

West Papua

Batik Motifs

Burung Cendrawasih

The Cendrawasih bird is believed as sacred Paradise bird that connects the earth with

Prada Papua

The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that

Raja Ampat

Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in

Honai

The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in

 

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Pisang Bali

This batik motif is usually given by a person to his/her lover who is

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Gumin Tambun

Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and

Insang Ikan

Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Tabir Tanjung

Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in

Rangkiang

The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes

Anggrek Tewu

This motif is created based on the local wisdom and philosophy of

Kuda Sepasang

For the people of Kupang, having a strong horse is a matter of

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga