Manggarai

from manggarai

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From manggarai

Definition

A regency in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia

Etymology

Derived from the local Manggarai language, referring to the name of the tribe and customary territory in West Flores. The name has been used for generations by the indigenous people to identify their cultural and territorial identity.

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