RAJA AMPAT ISLAND
The name of Raja Ampat comes from local mythology that tells about
a woman who finds seven eggs.
Four of the seven eggs hatch and become kings that occupy four of
Raja Ampat biggest islands whilst the other three become a ghost,
a woman, and a stone.
History shows that Raja Ampat was once a part of Tidore Kingdom,
an influential kingdom from Maluku. Yet, after Holland invaded
Maluku, it was shortly claimed as a part of the kingdom of
Holland. The main occupation for people around this area is
fishing since the area is dominated by the sea. They live in a
small colony of tribes that spreads around the area. Although
traditional culture still strongly exists, they are very welcoming
to visitors. Their religion is dominantly Christian.