Lake Sentani
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Lake Sentani

Lake in Papua, Indonesia

Description

Lake Sentani is a tropical, shallow, and at low-altitude open lake located at the northeast extremity of the Jayapura Regency in the Indonesian province of Papua, about 20 kilometres (12 mi) from the provincial capital, Jayapura City. It is located just to the south of the town of Sentani.

History

Inhabited by native Sentani tribes preserving traditional lake dwelling and customs.

Local Culture

Sentani bark paintings and traditional war dances.

Activities

  • Take a lake boat tour
  • Explore Asei island

Culinary

Papeda with yellow fishSago caterpillars

Documentary

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