Lingko Rice Fields, or spider-web-shaped rice fields, are cultural wonders that can only be found in Manggarai, Flores, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). The unique shape of a spider's web makes it an attractive tourist destination.
Lingko Rice Fields are located in Cancar Village, Ruteng District, Manggarai Regency, Flores, NTT. Tourists can reach it from Ruteng City in about 30 minutes by motorized vehicle, either by motorbike taxi or rental car.
This route offers stunning natural scenery along the way to the Peak of Weol Cancar Hill, the best location to enjoy the view of the Lingko rice fields from a height. From here, the spider-web-shaped rice field pattern can be seen.
Opening Hours and Ticket Price
Lingko Rice Fields is open to the public 24 hours a day, so visitors can come at any time. The entrance ticket price for local tourists is 5.000 IDR, for national tourists 10.000 IDR, and for foreign tourists 20.000 IDR per person.
The ticket price provides access to Puncak Bukit Weol Cancar, where visitors can enjoy the view of 100 hectares area rice fields. It is best to come in the morning or evening for optimal lighting.
Attractions of Lingko Rice Fields
Lingko Rice Fields: A Unique Spider Webs in Flores (endaginting Instagram)
The main attraction of Lingko Rice Fields is the unique and exotic spider web pattern, which the local people call "lodok" or "odok". Each plot of rice field extends from the center point, creating an interesting web pattern different from the usual rice field pattern.
This 100-hectare rice field is not only beautiful to look at, but also has deep cultural meaning. Land division is based on a customary system that respects local wisdom and the sovereignty of local farmers.
The lodok system is not only a beautiful sight but also represents the philosophy of life of the Manggarai people. The division of customary land is led by Tu’a Teno, the customary leader who determines the distribution of land according to the role of each family in society.
This tradition not only maintains balance in land distribution but also preserves the identity and culture of the ancestors of the Manggarai people. This is what makes Lingko Rice Fields an important symbol in maintaining local culture and wisdom.
