Rende Village
Kampung Adat Praiyawang, Rende
East Sumba’s most representative royal village, known for tall thatched houses with pointed roofs and richly carved megalithic tombs.
Rende (Praijawang village) lies about 65 km southeast of Waikabubak and is the most representative traditional royal village in East Sumba. The village preserves tall thatched great houses with pointed roofs and several huge stone tombs. Crocodiles, turtles, human figures and other motifs are carved on the stone slabs, reflecting the Marapu ancestral belief system and social hierarchy. Villagers sometimes sell ikat textiles. Entering the village requires registration and a small donation. Ask permission before photographing people, and dress modestly.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Pau Village
- Waimarang Waterfall
- Watu Parunu Beach
- Walakiri Beach
- Tenau Hill (Bukit Persaudaraan)
- Lambanapu Ikat Village
- Prailiu Village
- Padadita Beach