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| 6 Toraja Tourist Attractions Worldwide and Worth Visiting |
To see the natural beauty of Toraja, there are 6 global attractions and places of interest that are worth a visit.
1. LEMO
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| Foto : Lemo Toraja |
A burial site comprised of a
commanding karst cliff that
blends beautifully with the
surrounding vegetation and rice
fields. This burial site is estimated
to date back to the 16th century
and you will see several Tau Tau
(wooden statues) craftsmen who
have sold these figurines at this
site for generations.
2. LONDA
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| Foto : Londa Toraja |
Londa is a sight to see, with its
panorama of a rice field at the
foot of a large cliff face dotted
with graves, coffins, and large
hanging vines. Explore the
beauty of the natural cave walls
with an interesting love story waiting to be told.
3. KARASSIK HILLS
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| Karassik Hills |
Learn how to make beautiful
Toraja batik in the village of
Karassik Hills, only 10 minutes
from Rantepao. By using
traditional Indonesian methods
and ingredients to outline
and color traditional Torajan
motifs, you can make Torajan
batik and bring one home with
you. Also try making beaded
Torajan necklaces, bracelets, and
earrings, perfect as souvenirs.
4. SESEAN SULOARA
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| Foto : Sesean Suloara' |
The cultural village of Sesean
Suloara several activities including soft trekking through bamboo forests, hiking up Mount Sesean, visiting Loko Mata (burial site in a large boulder), miniature-Toraja-
house making workshop
and enjoy a performance of traditional Torajan dances or
even jump in on a rehearsal at Sanggar Tari Pana' Suloara.
5. LOLAI
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| Foto : Lolai Toraja |
Popularly known as the Land Above the Clouds. With views over an expanse of clouds like white cotton, you will get a sensation of being above the clouds. While waiting for the sunrise, white clouds gather close to your feet, creating an irreplaceable experience. You also can taste Torajan coffee while enjoying a panoramic view of the sunrise.
6. BURAKE
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| Foto : Burake Toraja |
The Burake Jesus Statue stands 40 meters high (131 feet) and is claimed to be a statue of Jesus located at the highest elevation in the world. From this large statue, you can overlook the city of Makale and enjoy the breeze. Additionally, you can explore the majestic karst clusters surrounding the statue.
