Author Archives: contributor

Orang Laut: The Sriwijaya’s Forgotten Strength

Sriwijaya was established in Palembang around the 7th century CE. Unlike other great kingdoms that...

13
May
Tracing the Roots of the Sundanese Indigenous Belief

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

23
Feb
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...

08
Oct
Bajau: Between the Sea and the Land

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

27
Aug
The Legend of Keong Mas

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

17
Sep
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...

13
Aug
The Copper Crocodile, Urban Legend of Ambon

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

08
Jul
Melodic Charms of Hasapi: Exploring the Batak Musical Instrument

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

23
Jun
Nabau Dragon: The Guardian of the Bornean Forest

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

02
Jun