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Pasola Festival in Lamboya

Two bare-chested men on horseback participate in the Pasola festival in Lamboya, Sumba, holding spears against a hilly backdrop.
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Famed for its stunning landscape of rolling hills and traditional high-roofed houses, the Lamboya Pasola is one of the most scenic iterations of this ancient combat ritual. Local clans gather at the ‘field of honor’ to showcase their equestrian skills and bravery. The 2026 event is a crucial time for the Lamboya people to appease the spirits and seek balance within the community. Visitors are encouraged to dress respectfully in local sarongs and follow the guidance of the village elders (Rato) who oversee the sacred proceedings.

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