Pelabuhanratu

A seaside town known for its surf breaks, fishing industry, and the legendary Nyai Roro Kidul, the Queen of the Southern Sea.

Pelabuhanratu Guides

• Tradition and Lore: Eight Intriguing Sites in Indonesia

  tomas.d (Tom D)
  Whilst Indonesia has plenty to entice visitors, it is the hidden depths that often offer the most compelling allure. The depth and breadth of folklore and history mirror the cultural diversity across the archipelago, from the northern tip of Sumatra to West Papua’s border with Papua New Guinea, and indicate the influence of long-held customs. Magnify this across innumerable religions, languages, cultures and islands to have some idea of the myriad stories that only begin to scratch the surface of Indonesia’s mythology and teach lessons to those willing to learn. Here are eight such examples.