Tag: Tribes in Papua

  • The Indigenous Tribes in Papua – Part 3

    The Indigenous Tribes in Papua - Part 3

    Papua is home to hundreds of indigenous tribes, each with its own traditions, belief systems, and ways of life shaped by geography and history. In this third part, we highlight four more indigenous tribes of Papua: the Moni, Muyu, Sentani, and Kamoro tribes. The Moni TribeThe Moni Tribe inhabits the highland regions of Intan Jaya…

  • The Indigenous Tribes in Papua – Part 2

    The Indigenous Tribes in Papua - Part 2

    Papua’s vast and remote landscapes are home to many indigenous tribes who have preserved their traditional lifestyles for generations. Some communities live deep within forests, river systems, and highland valleys, maintaining customs that reflect strong connections to nature and ancestral beliefs. In this second part, we highlight three more indigenous tribes of Papua: the Bauzi,…

  • The Indigenous Tribes in Papua – Part 1

    The Indigenous Tribes in Papua - Part 1

    Papua is the largest province in Indonesia, located in the easternmost part of the country. Historically, Papua once covered the entire western half of the island of New Guinea. In 2003, the region was officially divided into two provinces. The eastern part retained the name Papua, while the western region became West Papua. With a…