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Pasola Festival in Gaura

A close-up shot of a group of men in traditional Sumba attire, wearing black headcloths wrapped with red fabric and topped with tall, dark feathers. They are dressed in intricate, patterned ikat fabrics, and several men hold long wooden spears or staffs while looking forward with focused expressions.
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As one of the more remote Pasola locations, Gaura offers an authentic and raw experience of Sumba’s martial traditions. The festival emphasizes community unity and is a vital time for ancestral worship within the Gaura district. The horseback combat is fast-paced and requires exceptional coordination between horse and rider. The dates for 2026 will be finalized by local priests based on the lunar cycle and sea worm observations.

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