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Weekuri Lake is often called a hidden paradise in Sumba, which causes Weekuri Lake
to get this title because this lake is so beautiful and enchanting and is in a hidden area. Lake
Weekuri has an attraction that makes anyone curious to visit this lake, this uniqueness is the
color of the water, which is different in each area.

Lake weekuri is located in Kalenarogo Village, North Kodi District. Lake Weekuri,
which is bluish green in color, is a very unique and beautiful lake compared to lakes in
general because of its salty and brackish water content. Why is it salty? This is because this
lake is actually formed from the splash of sea air that penetrates the rocks to form a lagoon.
The name Weekuri itself comes from the Sumba language which means splashing water.

The beauty of Lake Weekuri | Photo: pictures Pegipegi.cominfo

In addition to its salty water content, the unique thing is that this lake has several air source
points that can vary the color of the air in the lake, namely bright blue, slightly greenish blue,
and some even feel warm and cold. This uniqueness is very rarely found in other lakes in
Indonesia.
Clear blue water as clear as glass and the uniqueness of this lake is the main attraction for
visitors. Because the lake water is so clean, visitors can even see the bottom of the lake
directly with the naked eye. Isn't that cool?
Apart from its very clear water, the depth of Weekuri Lake itself is not deep enough, so it is
very suitable for visitors to play water or swim.
The coral cliffs that become the dividing wall between Lake Weekuri and the open ocean
make this place look like a giant pool. With the lips of the lake, there is a stretch of white
sand and green rocks and plants that also beautify the view of the lake.

Access to Tourist Locations

From Waikabubak (the capital of West Sumba Regency) or Tambolaka (the capital of
Southwest Sumba Regency), visitors can first rent a motorized vehicle, either a motorbike /
car, in Tambolaka or Waikabubak. For car rental fees ranging from 500,000-600,000 rupiah,
the driver is included and for motorbike rental costs, which are around 100,000-150,000
rupiah per day.

The name Weekuri itself comes from the Sumba language which means splashing water.
That's because this lake is formed from the splash of sea water that penetrates the rock to
form its own lagoon. Before coming here, some facts about Weekuri Lake!

HAVE HIGH SALT CONTENTS

Lake Weekuri is a saltwater lake, derived from sea water that penetrates the rocks that
surround the lake. Due to the high salt content, tourists can float without having to use a
buoy. Uniquely, tourists who swim can float for a long time.

BEAUTIFUL ROCK IN THE LAKE

Lake Weekuri is surrounded by beautiful rocks that are often visited by visitors as a
shelter. Starting from cave rocks that form stalactites to stalagmites. In addition, there are
also rocks that are overgrown by plants such as cacti. If you pay attention, in the middle of
the reef is also a place for wasps to stop and breed.

COLOR GRADATION IN LAKE WATER

Some of the water points on Lake Weekuri have beautiful color gradations. Some are
blue, greenish, to white from the reflection of the lake bottom. When swimming here, you
can also feel the different water temperatures. Some are warm and some are cold. Unique,
huh?

BECOME A TOURIST MAGNETIC

Even so, Lake Weekuri is still a magnet for local and foreign tourists. On weekends
and holiday seasons, hundreds of people come every day to enjoy the view on Weekuri Lake.

TIME TO VISIT
 If you want to visit Weekuri Lake, the recommended time is from 4pm. At this time,
you can see the very blue lake water from the reflection of the sun that has moved to the west.
You can also see the sunset view at this hour.

Existing Facilities At Weekuri Lake

The arrangement of Lake Weekuri, which was facilitated by the SBD Regional
Government, is starting to show results even though it is not yet optimal considering the
limited budget funds. The staircase facilities have been made neatly to the rock that borders
the Weekuri lake with the open sea, so that visitors can freely surround Weekuri Lake for
selfies.

Bathroom and parking facilities are available so that visitors who have finished
bathing in Weekuri Lake can immediately clean themselves and change clothes which will be
followed by other relaxing events and shopping for authentic Sumba culture.

However, there are no food stalls, so there are only local residents who only sell food
such as snacks and drinks. And the facilities there too, such as photo spots on Lake Wekuri
also already exist, therefore tourists who visit there can enjoy the beauty of Lake Wekuri
while walking and taking pictures.

Around the lake, you can also see the indigenous people of Sumba who sell
handicrafts, ranging from turtle skin bracelets, katopo - a type of Sumba sharp weapon, to the
typical Sumba woven cloth which is claimed to be one of the gods' blankets.

But with all the uniqueness and natural beauty that is here, it's no wonder Lake Weekuri is
one of the adventure spots that many adventurers are looking for, both from within their own
country or abroad. And from that, tourists who visit there will not be bored to visit the lake
which is so beautiful and has many uniqueness.

Therefore, the advantages of this Lake Weekuri are that it has its own uniqueness
from previous tourist attractions, Lake Weekuri has also become the most popular tourist spot
because with it a lot of tourists visit there to enjoy the beauty of the lake. The visitors are also
very comfortable enjoying the beauty of Lake Wekuri. That is the distinct advantage of Lake
Weekuri, which has various kinds of natural beauty there. therefore, Lake Weekuri is very
different from all tourist attractions.

Image of Lake Wekuri

 Praijing Traditional Village is located in Tebara Village, Waikabubak District, West
Sumba Regency, East Nusa Tenggara Province. In this village there are 38 traditional Sumba
houses. Before experiencing a fire in 2000, there were 42 traditional houses in this village.
Praijing is three kilometers from downtown Waikabubak.
From a height, visitors can freely enjoy the city landscape of Waikabubak, which has natural
charm with green rice fields.
The traditional Sumba house is usually called Uma Bokulu or Uma Mbatangu. Uma Bokulu
means big house, while Uma Mbatangu means tower house.
Save Meaning
Local figures say the traditional house in the village is divided into three parts. The
lower part (Lei Bangun) is used to raise livestock, the middle part (Rongu Uma) is for residents,
and the upper part or the tower (Uma Daluku) is used as a place to store food ingredients and
heirloom tools.
The local residents believe that Marapu lived and watched them from this tower, so that the
point received special treatment.
Confidence
The majority of Sumbanese people embrace the Marapu belief - the original religion
that is still alive and practiced by the Sumba people.
Marapu is defined as "the one who is honored" or "the glorified one". It is based on the worship
of ancestral spirits.
In the language of Sumba, the ancestral spirits are called Marapu, which means to be honored
or honored. That is why their religion is also called Marapu.
Even though it looks small, this typical Sumba traditional house has three important
parts for the living needs of the local population. At the bottom, the local people use it to raise
livestock. In the middle, it is used as a residence. While the top part is to store food ingredients
and heirlooms. The shape is unique and distinctive with a towering roof. This is what attracts
tourists to the Praijing Traditional Village. Here, a traveler can take pictures with local natives
using traditional Sumba clothes and fabrics. Remember, a traveler cannot just enter this
traditional house. There are rules. In fact, even residents must follow the rules.