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Tracing the Roots of the Sundanese Indigenous Belief

Sunda Wiwitan, commonly regarded as one of the oldest indigenous belief traditions of the Sundanese...

Mapping the Soul of Yogyakarta: A Journey Along the City’s Philosophical Line

Yogyakarta City, famously known as the epitome of cultural heritage and art, is frequently associated...

Bajau: Between the Sea and the Land

The Bajau tribe is a nomadic indigenous community that has the habit of moving from...

The Legend of Keong Mas

There was once a big and splendid kingdom named Daha, which is now known as...

The Importance of Buffaloes in Indonesia’s Culture and Society

The buffalo is considered one of the most valuable domestic animals for agrarian societies in...

The Copper Crocodile, Urban Legend of Ambon

Ambon Island is one of Indonesia’s most beautiful islands. Crystal-clear water teems with a vibrant...

Melodic Charms of Hasapi: Exploring the Batak Musical Instrument

Music is one of the cultural arts that is growing rapidly in Indonesia. The art...

Nabau Dragon: The Guardian of the Bornean Forest

Anciently, a dragon was brought down from heaven to protect the Dayak Benuaq tribe’s land,...