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Tana Toraja National Heritage Site
Toraja Traditional Settlements in Kete Kesu Village, Tana Toraja Regency (Photo: 22Kartika.Wikipedia)
Limbong natural lake in Rantepao, North Toraja (Photo: @Diansix234)
Tana Toraja National Heritage Site
One cannot miss the wonder of Kete Kesu Village in Tana Toraja. South Sulawesi is known for the homeland of Toraja ethnic and its wonderful legacy. In this place, you will discover Toraja traditional settlements called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a wooden stage house, decorated with original Toraja carving motifs. One of the famous wood carving motif is Pa’tedong motif that represents the face of a buffalo. The Pa’tedong motif is a symbol of hopes, abundance, and prosperity of the Toraja people.
Situated one hour driving from Kete Kesu Village, Limbong lake is another beautiful characteristic of this place. If you are seeking for relaxation, tranquillity and stunning view with Toraja cultural landscape, you should definitely come and enjoy the beauty of this place!
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Tana Toraja National Heritage Site
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Tikar Natuna
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Kuda Kupang
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Teguh Bersatu
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Salakanagara
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Rangkiang
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Durian Pecah
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Kaganga Tanah Rejang
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Sekomandi
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Tanah Liek
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Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Srimanganti
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Bomba Mawar
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Kaharingan
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Mahkota Siger
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Kain Cual
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Sero Tangga
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Rumah Mamuju
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Ake Patra
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