Cakalele

For scientific journal, see Cakalele (journal).

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Cakalele refers to a kind of ceremonial war dance originating from North and Central Maluku. The dance is performed using a narrow, wooden shield, sometimes also referred as a cakalele, though usually known by the North Moluccan Malay term sawako or by a local name, such as Tobelo o dadatoko.

Image showing traditional cakalele dance performance.

2 cakalele dancers.

External links

• Museum Maluku