Traditional West Papua

This dagger has a very unique shape with tassels on the handle of the weapon, typical of Papuan culture. This traditional weapon is useful for slashing or cutting when hunting animals in the forest.

Types of Traditional West Papuan Weapons

Almost every region has traditional weapons, including the tribes in West Papua, Indonesia. West Papuan people have several traditional weapons

Joni Silas Wona or better known as John Wona feels he has the mandate to continue to protect and introduce Papuan batik. Biodiversity is an asset in introducing Papuan batik with various patterns as a local identity.

Dedication to Caring for West Papua Coastal Batik

Joni Silas Wona or better known as John Wona (39) feels he has the mandate to continue to protect and

The name Honai consists of the word 'Hun' which means man and 'ai' means house. This name describes the function of the house as a place to live for adult male members of the tribe. The Honai house can accommodate around 5-6 adult males. The traditional houses of the Dani tribe can be found in the cold mountainous areas of Papua. So that in the middle of the house there is usually a fireplace for a bonfire.

Types of Papuan Traditional Houses

West Papua Indonesia is a very large area with many different tribes and cultures, so there are various types of

Ararem tradition

One of the iconic traditions is the wedding ceremony with the Ararem tradition. It is a tradition of delivering the

This sacred dance depicts the liberation of a child's liberation from demonic interference after being abandoned by his parents who went to the village.

Aniri and Orok Dance, Cultural Heritage of the People of West Papua

One of the traditional dances from West Papua is the Aniri dance. This dance comes from the Kokas District, Fakfak