BEHIND LEMBATA HERITAGE
THE PEOPLE
WHO WE ARE
We are a small group of researchers, archaeologists, cultural enthusiasts, and people who share a deep connection with Lembata. Our journey began with a simple curiosity about the island’s history, its people, and the stories preserved across its landscapes.
Over the years, our work and travels across Lembata have brought us closer to archaeological sites, traditional communities, ancestral stories, and cultural traditions that continue to shape the island today.
We created Lembata Heritage to share what we have learned, document what we have encountered, and create a space where the history and heritage of Lembata can be explored, remembered, and appreciated by everyone.
Hamdan Hamado
Arkeolog asal Lembata yang mendalami ilmu arkeologi melalui dua kampus utama yaitu Universitas Halu Oleo, Kendari dan Universitas Hasanuddin, Makassar. Saat ini aktif melakukan/atau terlibat dalam berbagai penelitian arkeologi di Indonesia
ARIFIN HAMIS NAMANG
Tokoh pemuda Lembata yang penuh dengan rasa ingin tahu di kepala, energik terlibat dalam berbagai ajang yang berkaitan kebudayaanv dan selalu resah jika informasi warisan leluhur tidak sampai ke hati generasi masa depan bangsa
“This website is very helpful for us. It brings together stories, history, and cultural heritage that we often hear about but rarely see documented in one place. It is especially meaningful for the younger generation to learn about the heritage of Lembata and understand where we come from.
-Karim Kia
WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT US
COME VISIT US
We’ve been obsessed with exploring this island for several years - let us show the best we’ve found! Contact us so we can help you organize a memorable stay at one of the most magical places on the planet!