A set of dances from Papua
The following is an old article by Putu Fajar Arcana Jecko Siompo should have had a place in the 2007 Art Summit. This choreographer was not only quite productive, but … Continue Reading A set of dances from Papua
The 8 Most Unique and Interesting Papuan Cultures and Traditions
It is not strange that Indonesia is rich in culture and language, which spreads from the tip of Sabang to the tip of Merauke, from the west of Indonesia to … Continue Reading The 8 Most Unique and Interesting Papuan Cultures and Traditions
Various Types of Traditional Papuan Dances
Tribratanews.polri.go.id – Papua has succeeded in attracting tourists with its natural beauty. Not only nature, Papua also has traditional arts and culture that can attract the attention of tourists, one … Continue Reading Various Types of Traditional Papuan Dances
Noken, Papuan Bag, a Symbol of Women’s Maturity
Writer Kistin Septiyani | Editor Ni Nyoman Wira Widyanti KOMPAS.com – Papua has a variety of cultures and handicrafts. One of the famous Papuan crafts is noken. Noken is a … Continue Reading Noken, Papuan Bag, a Symbol of Women’s Maturity
Noken Papua’s Struggle to Become a World Cultural Heritage Recognized by UNESCO
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – During his visit to Papua, President Joko Widodo or Jokowi had stopped at the side of the road to buy noken. This was done a day before … Continue Reading Noken Papua’s Struggle to Become a World Cultural Heritage Recognized by UNESCO
The “Tanah Papua” song has been registered with the Ministry of Law and Human Rights
The “Tanah Papua” song Sorong (ANTARA) – The Tanah Papua song has been officially registered with the Ministry of Law and Human Rights as communal intellectual property belonging to the … Continue Reading The “Tanah Papua” song has been registered with the Ministry of Law and Human Rights
Gallery for selling noken
Gallery for selling noken Jayapura (ANTARA) – The Jayapura City Industry and Trade Cooperative (Disperindagkop) and UKM are currently working on a noken shop / showcase gallery for all noken … Continue Reading Gallery for selling noken
Papua’s Tutari Megalithic Site, Evidence of Early Human Culture
Papua’s Tutari Megalithic Site TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The Tutari megalithic site has become a tourist area that stores the cultural history of the people on the edge of the Sentani … Continue Reading Papua’s Tutari Megalithic Site, Evidence of Early Human Culture
Papuan Honai Traditional House Continues to be Preserved
Papuan Honai Traditional House Honai comes from two words, “Hun” which means an adult man and “Ai” which means House. Literally, Honai means the house of an adult man. As for women, the name … Continue Reading Papuan Honai Traditional House Continues to be Preserved
Papua: Opportunity in diversity
Opportunity in diversity in Papua by Peter O’Neill, Katoomba, New South Wales is published in Jakarta Post on Thursday, October 8 2020. Last week The Jakarta Post editorial stated, “To … Continue Reading Papua: Opportunity in diversity
James Modouw encouraged Indonesia to strengthen Melanesian cultural cooperation
Melanesian cultural cooperation Jayapura (ANTARA) – The intellectual figure of a native Papuan, Dr. James Modouw, MMT, has encouraged the Indonesian government to strengthen Melanesian culture through cultural cooperation with … Continue Reading James Modouw encouraged Indonesia to strengthen Melanesian cultural cooperation
Researchers from the Papua Archeology Center found a carving with a mermaid motif
carving of a mermaid motif Jayapura (ANTARA) – Research by the Papua Archaeological Center in Dondai Village, Waibu District, Jayapura Regency, Papua found a black and white carving of a … Continue Reading Researchers from the Papua Archeology Center found a carving with a mermaid motif
Asmat is preparing to become a world-class tourism destination
Asmat world class tourism Timika (ANTARA) – The Government of Asmat Regency, Papua Province, continues to boost the development of transportation infrastructure in the region to realize its vision of … Continue Reading Asmat is preparing to become a world-class tourism destination
Even though it is a COVID-19 green zone, the 2020 Asmat cultural festival will not be held
The 2020 Asmat cultural festival Jayapura (ANTARA) – The government of Asmat Regency, Papua has agreed not to hold a cultural festival, even though the area has been declared a … Continue Reading Even though it is a COVID-19 green zone, the 2020 Asmat cultural festival will not be held
West Papua Indonesia: An Insider’s Guide
West Papua is a province of Indonesia with many unique and exotic cultures, amazing scenery and challenging trekking terrain in the world. You will not find any discussion about Free West … Continue Reading West Papua Indonesia: An Insider’s Guide
Noken, Papua’s Special Gift from Tree Bark
Noken Papua here is translated from Trubus.id – It’s incomplete to visit an area without buying souvenirs. Now, if Trubus Mania has the opportunity to come to Papua, don’t forget … Continue Reading Noken, Papua’s Special Gift from Tree Bark
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