Faith

Every year, the town of Bajawa (Nusa Tenggara) comes alive with the Reba Festival—a breathtaking fusion of traditional animist customs and Catholicism. What sets Flores Island apart is this seamless interweaving of faith and tradition, entirely free of bitterness or conflict. This spirit of peaceful coexistence is palpable, finding its ultimate expression in a celebration where Catholic Mass is woven together with ancestral dances and vibrant traditional costumes. The Reba Festival is a profound moment of gratitude, family reunions, and deep homage to the ancestors.