I stood safely behind a thin rope as a lone Sumba horseman advanced with great speed onto the large grassy field. With spear poised, he challenged his opponent on the other side of the field to come forward. He looked like he wanted blood. Elizabeth, my guide,...
Each month, NOW! Jakarta brings you tales of hidden heritage from our intrepid traveling Stephanie Brookes, writer. During 2018 they have brought stories back from Lombok, Sumba, Lembata, Belitung, Sulawesi, Kalimantan and Bali. From meetings with traditional whalers,...
