Rote Island
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Rote Island is a part of Kupang Regency and is the southernmost
island of Indonesia. It is located in the west coast of Kupang. This
exotic island can be reached only in four hours. From Kupang by
inter-island ferry to dive and tour this untouched beautifully rugged
land. Spectacular walls and caverns mirror the hills, valleys, and
escarpments underwater. The marine life is so varied and profuse that is
hard to believe from Fire-fish to Mantas. The architecture of Rote is
unique, as is their exquisite ikat weaving. See the people is their
traditional lifestyle, which has remained unchanged for centuries.
Rote has many historical relies including fine antique Chinese
porcelains, as well as ancient arts and traditions. Many prominent
Indonesia nationalist leaders were born here. A popular music instrument
Sasando, which is made of palm leaves. According to legend, this island
got its name accidentally when a lost Portuguese sailor arrived and
asked a farmer where he was. The surprised farmer, who could not
speaking Portuguese, introduced himself, "Rote". Rote just off the
southern tip of Timor Island consists of rolling hills, terraced
plantations, and acacia palm, savanna and some forests. The rotinese
depend, like the Savunese, on lontar palm for basic survival, but also
as the supplement their income with fishing and jewelry making.
Before Indonesia's Independence, Rote, boasted the highest
density of kingdom in the East Indies. Even today the island, the
Rotenese and their kingdoms are divided, following ancient tradition,
into two domains, one known as Sunrise and one as Sunset. A “male” Lord,
a “female” Lord and several advisers, representing the clans within
that domain, rules the domain. Each clan that possesses ceremonial
rights performs it's own rituals during the annual HUS celebration, a
traditional New Year festival. At the HUS, Rotenese men wearing their
unique hats make offerings to the clan ancestors and the women dance
accompanied by sasando, The Rotenese guitar.
Rote is particularly well know for its surfing, each year
surfers flock to Namberala to ride the near perfect tubes formed by the
shallow reefs and off-shore winds. Accommodation in Namberala includes a
traditional beachfront bungalow resort and several home stays. The
beach itself is one of the best examples of a palm fringed pure white
sandy beach to be found anywhere. Diving in the area is also exceptional
due to the large numbers of Manta and Dugong seen there. A boat trip to
nearby Dana or Ndao Islands is also recommended.
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