Wamena is a town in Papua. It is the capital of Highland Papua province. It is a gateway to go to the Baliem Valley.
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Wamena's population consists of, the majority of the native Papuan including Dani, Lani, Yali, also other Indonesian such as Buginese, Javanese, and Minang. Christianity is the majority religion in Wamena at about 84% of the population, with Islam at about 15%, Hindu at about 0.12%, and the rest is a smattering of other religions.
Using a rented car or motorcycle is the best way to go to tourists or public places and it is more affordable as there is no public transportation there.
Baliem Valley. (updated Sep 2022) 1 Bukit Pesali Walesi, Asolokobal. A hilly area with beautiful panorama. (updated Sep 2022) 2 Jembatan Gantung Sinakma, Wouma. The traditional suspension bridge has stretched over the Uwe river. (updated Sep 2022) 3 Kebun Raya Biologi Wamena, Holima. A flora conservation area. You may see rumput mei (pink-purple Wamena grass) in May. (updated Sep 2022) 4 Lokale Wosi Cave (Goa Lokale Wosi), Usilimo. (updated Sep 2022) 5 Pasir Putih Wamena, Aikima, Kurulu. White sand in a rocky area. (updated Sep 2022) 6 Telaga Biru Maima (Telaga Biru Wamena). A turquoise water lake. (updated Sep 2022) 7 Walesi Waterfall (Air Terjun Walesi). (updated Sep 2022)
Strolling down in the city forest. 1 Hutan Kota Isakusa Wamena, Hubikiak, Holima. (updated Sep 2022)
Try a dish made from udang selingkuh (cherax/New Guinea crayfish). 1 Blambangan, Jl. Trikora, ☏ +62 969 32170. 7AM-9PM. Serves udang selingkuh and stir-fried vegetables. (updated Sep 2022)
Try kopi Wamena in some local coffee shops. 1 An Meke Coffee & Art Studio, Jl. Nirwana, ☏ +62 811 480 1176. 1PM-6PM. (updated Sep 2022)
Guide content from Wikivoyage contributors (CC BY-SA) — abridged; the full article has much more.
In Aug, Wamena typically sees ~25°C daytime highs and 26 rainy days.
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