indonesia-sulawesi Tau Tau (life size wooden effigies of the dead)

The Toraja way of death is a fascinating mix of ritual, custom and belief. Coffins go deep

inside the caves and sitting on balconies in the rock face in front of the caves are Tau Tau.

They are made similar as the dead person, including the body, appearance and clothes.

Tau Tau is still an animism belief.

Thank you!

Again you have out done me ... I just need to go with you on travels and get some shots with you... That is really is the only way I can keep  up with you... It is another example of the vision and travels you have that you post on PN that really is more of a documentary of the world as much as a just photography... Remarkable and thank you for continuing to post your fantastic images.

Very interesting shot. It's an unusual photograph. Very well studied and wonderfully captured. The color tonality is also superb. Best regards.

Beautiful work, Anabela!

Great story what helps so much with this photo.  Amazing the things you learn from 'world travelers'.....getting the 'itch' yet???? Grand shot Anabela. Warm regards,Gail

Very good document and interesting accompanying lines. Compliments and thank you for sharing.

Hi Anabela

Very well caught. The composition is great. Cobgrats.

Regards. Cosmin

Una estupenda composición y punto de vista, así como un excelente documento.

Saludos -Tolo.

So impressive shot and so wonderful story in it! You work on local light to stress upon main central frame is so nice and suitable, as well as very good details. Bravo.

Hamid.

Anabela, amazing image of the Balcony  of the Dead.Very good exposure,light ,color-contrast and presentation. Many thanks for sharing this image and informing us of strange customs prevalent in different parts of the world.

Muy buena composicion,de esta singular escena, una muestra de costumbres de otros pueblos,que enriquecen nuestra cultura.

Has controlado bien la luz y tiene muy buenos tonos.Saludos.

Interesante documento. Gracias por compartir. Saludos.

A Fascinating insight into a different culture, I think it's a comforting idea to think that an effigy of yourself will continue to look out on the world when your times up.

Great thought provoking shot Anabela!

Regards

Alf

Thanks for the wonderful and insightful story line Anabela.  It makes the image so much more interesting.  Nice work.  Thanks for sharing.

Interesting and well executed documentary work!

A very interesting open window on life of men!