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"Mentawai Shamans: Nature Harmony"

The amazing Toikot, Takgogok and Salomo are the SIKEREI. Sikerei is the shaman of Mentawai tribe Mentawai Islands in Sumatra, Indonesia, The tribe has its own language, culture and customs. They still maintain the lifestyle and traditions passed down from their ancestors thousands of years ago.

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2024

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"Mentawai Shamans: Nature Harmony"

The amazing Toikot, Takgogok and Salomo are the SIKEREI. Sikerei is the shaman of Mentawai tribe Mentawai Islands in Sumatra, Indonesia, The tribe has its own language, culture and customs. They still maintain the lifestyle and traditions passed down from their ancestors thousands of years ago.

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Mahendra Bakle

Mahendra's love for photography sparked with childhood sunsets, evolving into a journey capturing diverse cultures with patterns and dynamic lighting. After exploring Southeast Asia, his soul craves to unravel India's cultural richness, emphasizing its human stories. As the brand ambassador for Sigma lenses, he joyfully anticipates reviewing their quality and sharpness, looking forward to the uncharted tales his lens will tell.

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