Ratenggaro Traditional Village blends dramatic coastal shores with hundreds of distinctive megalithic stone tombs, making it a complete destination for nature and cultural heritage enthusiasts.
Ratenggaro Traditional Village is situated in Umbu Ngedo Village, Southwest Sumba Regency. Nestled adjacent to Wainyapu Village, it sits right along the coastal shoreline and the estuary of the Waiha River. With such a dramatic and strategic setting, visitors are greeted by stunning village panoramas harmoniously framed by coastal sands and ancestral megalithic stone tombs. This unique confluence makes Ratenggaro an exceptional destination for travelers passionate about nature, living culture, and age-old ancestral customs.
The name Ratenggaro carries deep historical meaning: Rate translates to grave or tomb, and Garo refers to the Garo people, signifying that Ratenggaro means the burial grounds of the Garo people. Here, visitors encounter timeless natural scenery dotted with around 304 megalithic stone tombs, three of which boast extraordinary shapes standing sentinel right along the beach. To this day, the people of Ratenggaro faithfully preserve their ancestral customs and sacred heritage.
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