Indonesian Culture Ensyclopedia
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Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Dayak Tribe Clothes: Blend With the Natural Beauty
Dayak tribe is one of the tribes in the island of Kalimantan. Dayak tribe is a tribe that had great respect for nature. they are always protecting the environment. Dayak tribe always protect the forest wealth in the form of plants and animals as well as possible.Dayak tribe has a very beautiful traditional clothes. Pattern typical Dayak tribes who formed an array of colorful beads adorn the sharp contrast of black cloth, which used as a base for traditional clothes Dayak. So that shows the meaning of the Dayak tribe with the wise use of nature in everyday life.
Traditional clothes for women in a call Ta and traditional clothes for men called sapei sapaq. Usually the traditional clothes that they wear during big events and great welcoming guests.
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Javanese Keris: Weapons That Have The Supernatural Strength
Keris is one of the traditional weapon of the Javanese. In the past Keris serves as a weapon in a duel / peperangan.Keris derived from the islands of Java and ancient Keris has been used between the 9th century and the 14th century. This weapon is divided into three parts, namely the eyes, upper and gloves. Keris is often associated with the Javanese mystical power in the ancient times. Among others, there is a belief that Keris has its own spirit.
Keris in Javanese culture is viewed and treated as a "symbol" and the "status" for the owner, rather than as a "weapon". Nearly every family of the tribe of Java, you can bet they have a family heirloom Keris has a unique supernatural powers.
Sunday, May 27, 2012
Malin Kundang: The Rebellious Child Who Cursed Into Stone
Malin Kundang is folktales that originated from the province of West Sumatra, Indonesia. Malin Kundang legend tells of a child who is disobedient to his mother and is therefore doomed to stone. Stone in the form of Air Manis beach, Padang, its to be the remnants of the boat Malin Kundang.
Malin including a smart kid but a bit naughty. He often chasing chickens and hit him with a broom. One day, when Malin was chasing a chicken, he tripped over a rock and a rock hit his right arm injury. The injury was a trace in his arm and can not be lost.
Feeling sorry for his mother who worked hard to earn a living to raise her. Malin decided to go wander in order to become rich after returning home soon.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The Saman Dance Aceh
Saman dance was one of the most famous dance in Aceh. This dance originated from the Gayo highlands. Saman dance use poetry in Arabic and Aceh. In the past, Tari Saman is usually displayed to celebrate important events in the indigenous people of Aceh. In addition to the usual dance is also displayed to celebrate the birth of the Prophet Muhammad. In fact the name of "Saman" is obtained from one of the great scholars of Aceh, the Sych Saman.Saman dance is one of the media to convey a message of goodness.
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Tanah Lot Bali: Unforgettable Moment Of Sunset
Tanah Lot, one of the most popular places of intersst in Bali Island. Tanah Lot means "Land in the Sea" in Balinese language. Tanah lot is located in Tabanan, just across the boundary of Badung regency, Tanah Lot is the most well-known and photographed temple. There are two temples perched at the top of the big rock, first perched at the top of rock’s chunk and the other one at the top of mountain side.
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