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Ammatoa Indigenous Village
Ammatoa Indigenous Village (Photo: CeritaFebrian)
Kajang community in Ammatoa Village (Photo: @educationtech)
Ammatoa Indigenous Village
As soon as you enter in this village you can really perceive the locals’ willingness to have you in their village. In fact you will find something which tells “Welcome to Ammatoa Indigenous Village”. This village is inhabited by the Kajang tribe, which is one of the oldest tribe existed in Indonesian archipelago. When exploring the village, if you notice, most houses have similar shape and follow the same direction. Kajang tribe is known for their local wisdom to communicate with nature. In addition, they have a typical traditional ceremony that is practised to reveal one’s lies. The villains and those whose lies are proven during the ceremony will be punished according to the custom. Black is the typical colour used by local villagers, as it is considered as the metaphor of truth and honesty. Do you want to experience another cultural sensation? Come here and feel the difference!
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Cengkeh
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Daun Simpor
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Pala Salawaku
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Sandeq
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Pinawetengan
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Awan Berarak
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Kerawang Tegak Aceh
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Bale Lumbu
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Honai
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Biji Kopi
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Kaharingan
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Karawo Pinang
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Angsa Duo
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Tangerang Herang
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Insang Ikan
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Tubo Kelapa
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Merak Ngeram
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Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
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Bekantan Pakis
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Sekomandi
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Leuit Sijimat
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Parang Rusak
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Singayaksa
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Kain Cual
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Sido Mulyo
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Rumah Mamuju
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Tikar Natuna
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Pati-Pati Pinehiku
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La Galigo
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Gamolan
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Tenun Bima
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