Pukul Sapu tradition (Hitting a broom) is an annual tradition held in Negeri Morella, Leihitu District, Central Maluku. This tradition is held every 8 Shawwal or the seventh day after Eid al-Fitr. The attraction, which has been carried out since the 17th century, is an effort to preserve culture and momentum to commemorate Telukabessy’s struggle in the Kapahaha war.
Teks & Foto: Friska Kalia
The King of Negeri Morella, Fadli Sialana when opening a series of traditional events Pukul Sapu Lidi, Leihitu District, Negeri Morella, Central Maluku, Wednesday, April 17, 2024. (Friska Kalia/EcoNusa)
A traditional leader lights a fire to start a crazy bamboo dance ritual at the Pukul Sapu Lidi event, Leihitu District, Negeri Morella, Central Maluku, Wednesday, April 17, 2024. (Friska Kalia/EcoNusa)
Youth perform the Cakalele dance in a series of Pukul Sapu Lidi rituals, Leihitu District, Negeri Morella, Central Maluku, Wednesday, April 17, 2024. (Friska Kalia/EcoNusa)
Youth perform crazy bamboo dances in a series of Pukul Sapu Lidi rituals, Leihitu District, Negeri Morella, Central Maluku, Wednesday, April 17, 2024. (Friska Kalia/EcoNusa)
The performance of the dancers in a series of Pukul Sapu Lidi rituals, Leihitu District, Negeri Morella, Central Maluku, Wednesday, April 17, 2024. (Friska Kalia/EcoNusa)
The youths participated in a series of Pukul Sapu Lidi rituals, Leihitu District, Negeri Morella, Central Maluku, Wednesday, April 17, 2024. (Friska Kalia/EcoNusa)
The youths participated in a series of Pukul Sapu Lidi rituals, Leihitu District, Negeri Morella, Central Maluku, Wednesday, April 17, 2024. (Friska Kalia/EcoNusa)
