Mikantji

Mikantji is a waterhole in the Northern Territory of Australia. It is an important sacred site for Warlpiri-speaking Aborigines. The site features in their Dreaming stories.[1] Fire- and rain-making rituals are performed here by the Warlpiri.

Mikantji is located about 50 km (31 mi) northwest of Yuendumu, on the road coming north from Papunya.

References
  1. "Kapi Tjukurrpa - Water Dreaming". Indigenart: Aboriginal Art, Sculptures and Paintings. The Mossenson Galleries. Archived from the original on 10 April 2013. Retrieved 26 July 2012.


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