Indonesia’s last whale hunters keep sustainable tradition alive
04:14 Min
The people of Lamalera in eastern Indonesia have hunted whales for centuries - not for commerce, but for survival. Their annual hunting season begins with a Catholic Mass and traditional rituals, seeking blessings and protection at sea. In the first of a three-part series, CNA's Saifulbahri Ismail explores how faith and tradition sustain this centuries-old way of life.
26 Aug 2026 10:21am
The people of Lamalera in eastern Indonesia have hunted whales for centuries - not for commerce, but for survival. Their annual hunting season begins with a Catholic Mass and traditional rituals, seeking blessings and protection at sea. In the first of a three-part series, CNA's Saifulbahri Ismail explores how faith and tradition sustain this centuries-old way of life.
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