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Pasola Festival in Wai Ha

Two bare-chested men on horseback participate in the Pasola festival in Lamboya, Sumba, holding spears against a hilly backdrop.
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This Pasola event in Wai Ha continues the sacred traditions with dynamic equestrian displays. Horsemen in traditional attire engage in ritual combat, honoring ancestors and ensuring a bountiful harvest. It’s an essential part of Sumba’s cultural calendar.