Samalai Traditional Dance
Author(s)
Title
Samalai Traditional Dance
Alternative Title
Tei samalai
Publication Type
Language
tet
Number of Pages
1
Location
Timor-Leste
Keywords
Tei samalai
Relevance to ICH Safeguarding
ICH Genre
Description
Samalai is a traditional dance originating from Letefoho, Ermera municipality. Its primary function is to cheer up and relieve the tiredness of those working hard in the construction of the sacred house. The construction of such a house requires significant effort and strength, especially for carrying raw materials like large timbers and other construction materials.
Book/Journal Title
Publisher
Timor-Leste National Comission for UNESCO
Place of Publication
Timor-Leste
Date of Publication
2024
Pages
15
Academic Field
Cultural study (Traditional dance)
Community/Ethnic Group
Community of Ermera Municipality
Eraulo
Contributor
Active Contribution
Timor-Leste, FY 2024