Papua Original -tugurere -

Papua, the western half of the island of New Guinea (administratively part of Indonesia), is a land of unparalleled biodiversity, deep history, and unique indigenous cultures that have inhabited the region for tens of thousands of years. Often referred to as a "last frontier," the region holds a "Papua Original" character—a blend of ancient Stone Age traditions, lush rainforests, and complex tribal societies that have thrived in isolation. The Ancient Roots

The original inhabitants of Papua are believed to have arrived tens of thousands of years ago, with evidence of migration into New Guinea dating back 42,000–50,000 years. PAPUA ORIGINAL -TUGURERE

The New Guinea highlands are one of the few places in the world where agriculture was developed independently, around 7,000 BC. Papua, the western half of the island of