Description:
The Achalla people are a group of Indigenous Australians who live in the Northern Territory and Queensland. They are believed to have originally migrated from the Kimberley region of Western Australia. The Achalla people are of the Yolngu people group and speak the Achalla language. They are a traditional hunter-gatherer people, and their culture is based around the pursuit of animal resources. Achalla traditional customs include the practice of circumcision, which is believed to protect men from sexually transmitted diseases. The Achalla people are also known for their elaborate beadwork and art, which is often used to decorate their homes and clothing.
