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Sentani Lake festival kicks off in Papua
The 6th annual Lake Sentani Festival was officially opened on Wednesday in Jayapura regency, Papua, with a number of traditional performances
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he 6th annual Lake Sentani Festival was officially opened on Wednesday in Jayapura regency, Papua, with a number of traditional performances.
Dancers from 19 districts across the regency took to the stage and showcased a variety of cultural performance, including the giant tifa (traditional music instrument), fighting scenes on a moving boat and even dancing with a crocodile.
The festival was first held in 2008 to promote Lake Sentani. The festival also boosts the local economy with residents selling paintings, earthenware and traditional food during the event.
Tours and demonstrations will run until Saturday.
