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Raigo is a traditional dance originating from Central Sulawesi. This dance represents a triumph in effort, excitement, and gratitude for the exhilarating harvest. It is the phrase which then becomes the movement and the expression of worship of the creator. This Raigo began to develop in the people of Central Sulawesi, especially in the Kulawi tribe. Raigo dance is found in several types of raigo mpae (raigo = dance, and also mpae = paddy) or often referred to as raego vunja, which is a traditional dance of Central Sulawesi in a series of vunja ceremonies according to the rhythm of the people who are in the spirit, desire, and also believe in the Creator. Raigo dance is not only in the form of entertainment, but the dance is not separated from the implementation of traditional ceremonies that exist in the Kulawi or Bada Valley. The poet's help in accompanying this dance contains a moral message. This dance is also part of the cultural expression that has been motivated by religious...