Bori Kalimbuang (Bori Parinding)
Rante Kalimbuang Bori'
A funeral square lined with more than a hundred standing stones, each commemorating a grand funeral, with rock-cut tombs and infant tree burials nearby.
Bori lies about 6 kilometres north of Rantepao and is the largest megalithic site (rante) in Toraja. Standing on the grass are 102 menhirs of varying heights, each corresponding to the highest-rank funeral of a noble, and the tallest exceeds 4 metres. Beside the square, tombs have been carved into a large rock face, and infant tree burials can be found nearby. Admission is about 20,000 Indonesian rupiah. If a funeral is taking place, temporary shelters will be set up in the square. Before visiting, follow your guide and pay your respects to the family.
Opening hours
About 07:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Palawa' Village
- Marante
- Batutumonga
- Pasar Bolu (Bolu Market)
- Sa'dan To'barana' Weaving Village
- Lo'ko' Mata
- Rantepao
- Ke'te' Kesu'