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Homoru Weaving in Liya Togo

Wakatobi, Southeast Sulawesi

Photo: Jenny from Taipei · CC BY 2.0

Duration
2 days
Group size
Max. 8 people
Category
Crafts & Textiles
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for almost everyone; plenty of stops and light walking.
Language
Indonesian, English

About this journey

Two days in the cultural village of Liya Togo: learn homoru weaving and walk the Liya fort and the Liya Palace Mosque.

Liya Togo in South Wangi-Wangi is a cultural village about fifteen minutes from the centre of Wakatobi Regency. On their verandas, women weave homoru cloth used for sarongs, shawls and headscarves. You are introduced to the loom, how the threads are set up and the motifs handed down through generations, then weave a few rows yourself. Between weaving sessions we walk the Liya fort that encircles the village and the Liya Palace Mosque, both legacies of the Buton Sultanate, and see the pandan mats and traditional food covers residents also make.

Hosted by the local community in Wakatobi

What you'll experience

  • Learn homoru weaving with local weavers
  • The Liya fort and Liya Palace Mosque
  • Pandan weaving and traditional food covers
  • Small groups of eight at most

Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Liya Togo

    Arrive in the village, meet the weavers, afternoon homoru weaving class.

  2. Day 2

    Liya fort

    Morning walk around the Liya fort and Palace Mosque, finish your weaving at midday, then back to the airport.

What's included

  • 1-night homestay in Liya Togo
  • 3 meals
  • Weaving class and materials
  • Airport transfers
  • Local guide from the community

Not included

  • Flights to Wakatobi
  • Purchase of woven cloth
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs

Before you go

Practical notes so your trip is comfortable and your hosts feel respected.

What to bring

  • Modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees
  • Sunscreen and a hat
  • Some cash; ATMs are scarce on site
  • Refillable water bottle

Local etiquette

  • Liya's fort and old mosque are heritage sites; dress modestly and remove shoes in the mosque
  • Respect the weavers' time and ask before photographing motifs
  • Use your right hand to give or receive things

Getting there

Matahora Airport on Wangi-Wangi has limited flights from Makassar and Kendari. Alternatively, fly to Baubau on Buton and take the overnight boat to Wanci. Travel between the Wakatobi islands is by boat.

Meeting point

Bandar Udara Matahora, Wangi-Wangi, Wakatobi

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