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The Rise and Fall of the Mataram Kingdom: A Tale of Two Dynasties

The Mataram Kingdom, also known as the Medang Kingdom, has its unique characteristics as it...

Banjarmasin’s Floating Markets: A Glimpse into Riverfront Traditions

A visit to Banjarmasin is incomplete without experiencing the iconic floating market, a symbol of...

Bisma Dewabrata: The Vow of a Lifetime

The Mahabharata is a famous epic in South and Southeast Asia. This story has been...

Waruga: Minahasa Burial Practice

Waruga is an above-ground stone structure used as a burial medium for the deceased. Waruga...

Panjat Pinang Competition: A Centuries-Old Tradition in Indonesia’s Independence Celebrations

The panjat pinang competition is a prominent feature of Indonesia’s Independence Day celebrations. This traditional...

Brief History of Java Gold

Gold has been known to Indonesian society since prehistoric times. The earliest evidence of gold...

Discovering the Architecture and Cultural Significance of Kampung Bena

At the foot of Mount Inierie lies the megalithic village of Kampung Bena, home to...

Designated Villages for Abdi Dalem in Yogyakarta

The Royal Palace of Yogyakarta is surrounded by villages that were formed based on the...

Borneo’s Beads of Power, Wealth, and Magic

Borneo is renowned for its bead crafts, although most of the beads themselves are not...