Legends and FolkloreEmpu Sidi Mantra: A Tale of Wisdom, Redemption, and the Cost of GreedAt one time, there lived a Brahmin in the Kingdom of Daha, Kediri. This Brahmin, a religious leader, was named Empu Sidi Mantra. He was…Jan 26Jan 26
Legends and FolkloreRoro Jonggrang: Deception Leading to the Stone TemplesIn ancient times, there lived a king in the form of a giant named Prabu Baka who resided in the Kingdom of Baka.Jan 21Jan 21
Legends and FolkloreThe Tale of the Crying Stone: Beauty LostIn ancient times, there lived an old widow and her beautiful daughter named Darmi in a remote village in West Kalimantan, Indonesia. They…Dec 8, 2023Dec 8, 2023
Legends and FolkloreThe Legend of Tangkuban Perahu: Love, Betrayal, and Divine WillIn ancient times, there lived a mother named Dayang Sumbi who resided with her son named Sangkuriang.Dec 8, 2023Dec 8, 2023
Legends and FolkloreThe Tale of Toba and Samosir: A Promise, a Curse, and the Birth of a Legendary IslandIn a valley in Sumatra, there lived a diligent farmer named Toba. Despite his hard work, there was a time when he faced hunger due to the…Dec 8, 2023Dec 8, 2023
Legends and FolkloreThe Mouse Deer: The Expert Thief and DeceiverOne day, the Mouse Deer (Kancil) walked far until the edge of the forest. Unaware, it entered a field owned by humans. However, once it…Nov 26, 2023Nov 26, 2023
Legends and FolkloreGolden Snail: Envy and JealousyOnce upon a time, there was a kingdom called the Kingdom of Daha. This kingdom was led by a wise king, whose name was King Kertamarta.Nov 26, 2023Nov 26, 2023
Legends and FolkloreBawang Merah and Bawang Putih : Two contrasting figures.In a village, there lived a widow with her two charming daughters named Bawang Merah (Red Onion) and Bawang Putih (White Onion). The…Nov 19, 2023Nov 19, 2023
Legends and FolkloreJaka Tarub: A forced love storyJaka Tarub was known as a handsome and hardworking young man, so it was no surprise that many girls liked him.Nov 17, 2023Nov 17, 2023
Legends and FolkloreMalin Kundang: Rebellious childOnce upon a time there was a story in a fishing village of Air Manis Beach in Padang, West Sumatra. There is a widow named Mande Rubayah…Nov 12, 2023Nov 12, 2023