VILLAGES OF NIAS
Nias Island is dotted with fascinating villages and architecture - a testament to its unique and enduring culture and traditions.
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Lahusa Fau is the centre of Nias traditional handicrafts. Many artisans in this village still practice ancient forms of wood and stone sculpture.
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One of the oldest and most peaceful traditional villages in South Nias, Orahili Fau was also one of the last to fall during the Dutch invasion.
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One of the last remaining North Nias traditional villages, Siwahili Tumori has ten oval-shaped shaped houses over a century old.
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The large village of Hilimondregeraya features 130 traditional Southern-style houses stretching neatly from the village gate up into the hills.
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Traditional war dances and rock jumping can be seen at the popular South Nias village of Bawomataluo.