Anakalang, Megalithic burial site in Sumba Island, Indonesia
The archaeological site contains numerous stone tombs and graves with vertical slabs featuring intricate carvings depicting local royalty and traditions.
In 1880, Umbu Dongu Ubini Mesa established the first kingdom of Anakalang, marking the beginning of structured governance in this region.
Local communities maintain ancestral practices through stone-pulling ceremonies, where hundreds of men transport massive limestone slabs for funeral monuments.
Located 115 kilometers west of Waingapu and 25 kilometers northeast of Waikabubak, regular bus services connect visitors to the archaeological site.
The Umba Saola tomb in Gallubakul, weighing 70 metric tons, required extensive manpower to transport it 3 kilometers to its current location.
GPS coordinates: -9.59083,119.57443
Latest update: March 25, 2025 20:33
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