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Preserving Papua’s Identity Through the 2026 Lake Sentani Festival

From Republika · () Indonesian

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  • The 2026 Lake Sentani Festival featured traditional Papuan performances at Khalkote Beach in Jayapura Regency, including music played on the triton instrument and the Binga-binga dance.
  • Held under the theme “My Culture Is My Life,” the festival presents culture as central to Papuan identity and community life.
  • Organizers also use the event to support cultural preservation and introduce Papua’s heritage to tourists.

The sound of the traditional triton instrument accompanied performances at the 2026 Lake Sentani Festival on Khalkote Beach in Harapan Village, East Sentani District, Jayapura Regency, Papua, on Thursday, Sept. 3.

The festival brought together a range of traditional arts, including the Binga-binga dance. The performances gave local communities a space to display Papua’s cultural wealth while keeping its traditions alive.

This year’s theme, “My Culture Is My Life,” places culture at the center of Papuan identity and everyday life. The use of the triton in the performances also highlights efforts to keep traditional instruments visible and introduce them to the public and younger generations.

The Lake Sentani Festival forms part of broader efforts to strengthen cultural preservation while presenting Papua’s cultural richness to visitors.

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