Yamdena
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Yamdena (also Jamdena) is the largest of the Tanimbar Islands in Indonesia. The Yamdena language is spoken on and around the island. The island has a range of thickly forested hills along its eastern coast, while its western coast is lower. Saumlaki is the chief town, located on the south end of the island.
The forests are inhabited by wild Water Buffalos (kerbau).
The island is famous for the traditional livestyle. Cristianity is the main religion, but ancestor worship is still practiced.
Handicrafts: Woodcarving, fine goldwork, Ikat weaving(mainly on nearby Selaru Island).
Megalith:In the village of Sangliat Dol there is an antique stairway that leads to a shipshaped stone platform. There are several similar ones but less preserved sites on the island.
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