Ropo

The indigenous Dawan R people typically have a pavilion called Ropo, built either beside or in front of their houses. Ropo is an open structure without walls. Its primary function is to serve as a meeting hall for receiving guests and as a granary for storing agricultural produce, such as corn (pena) and rice. However, it is mostly used to store corn.

The storage area for agricultural produce is located in the upper section or loft of the open-space Ropo. The Ropo structure features a round-shaped roof supported by four main pillars directly connected to the loft, which serves as the storage area. The roof beams are placed on wooden planks arranged to match the diameter of the loft’s circular structure. At the base of each pillar supporting the roof, there are wooden carvings that add aesthetic value and reflect the local wisdom of the Dawan people.

The uniqueness of the Ropo lies not only in its multifunctional use but also in its construction and artistic details, which embody the culture and traditions of the Dawan tribe. The Ropo serves as an important symbol in the social and cultural life of the community, representing values of togetherness, sustainability, and a harmonious relationship with nature (Maria Siti et al. 2006)

Reference:

Maria, S., Limbeng, I., & Sunarto, A. (2006). Kepercayaan Komunitas Adat Suku Dawan pada Siklus Ritus Tani Lahan Kering di Kampung Maslete, Kecamatan Kefamenanu, Kabupaten Timor Tengah Utara, Provinsi Nusa Tenggara Timur. Direktorat Kepercayaan terhadap Tuhan Yang Maha Esa, Direktorat Jenderal Nilai Budaya, Seni, dan Film, Departemen Kebudayaan dan Pariwisata.

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Blandina Un, She is Indigenous Woman from Unsain Tribe, she sat in front of her traditional secret house, while using her traditional clothes called as "Tais" is a tradational weaving for women.

'Tais" is uses for “Tais” cloth is often used for daily activities, and also for ceremonial activities and traditional rituals. “Tais” is produced through a traditional process that is done traditionally. The making of Tais cloth usually takes 1 full month of work. The use of Tais cloth in daily life is becoming less and less frequent.

While the necklace used is called “Iunha” made of clay, which is formed into a small round in the center to put the thread in the center. and used as a bead. Iunha until now is still used as makeup equipment for a woman. While the hand bracelet used is called “Niti” usually made of gold and silver. (Blandina Un.2024)

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Blandina Un, She is Indigenous Woman from Unsain Tribe, she sat in front of her traditional secret house, while using her traditional clothes called as "Tais" is a tradational weaving for women.

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