Friday, May 27, 2011

Bajo who Holding Tradition

Wakatobi in Southeast Sulawesi, is not only known for its underwater natural beauty. In this area we can also see life Bajo. Wakatobi itself is the new name replaces the name of the Tukang Besi Islands. And Wakatobi is an acronym of the names of major islands in the archipelago, namely Wangi-Wangi, Kaledupa, Tomea, and Binongko. Wakatobi is a district of more than 80 percent of its territory is the Wakatobi Marine National Park area. So, do not be surprised if the natural conditions in this region are still well maintained and charming.

Well, Wakatobi is one island that is used as a place to settle Bajo. Bajo sea is a tribe whose life is above the waters. Sea tribes are spread across several parts of the archipelago, including in Johor and East. Later, this sea tribe settled in a number of places, building their own community.

In addition, the township also has a unique Bajo people make a boat or canoe as the primary means of transportation. Not only that, the boat also serves as a means of buying and selling daily. In fact, other transportation equipment like cars and motorcycles have entered the region. "However, the canoe remains a tradition that can not be separated from Bajo life," said Nova Rini SCTV reporter that the opportunity to visit the Wakatobi.

In addition, the Nova also had the chance to see the manufacture of traditional woven crafts Wakatobi. The women weavers gather and do the weaving process on the front porch. From spinning yarn to weaving everything is still done with traditional tools. This is where the fabric Ledja, kasopa, weaving motif typical Wakatobi produced. From all that, it can be said that the Wakatobi and Bajo who inhabit is like as a keeper of natural and cultural preservation. If you need a holiday location, Wakatobi could be the right choice for you and your family.

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