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Unveiling Bandung’s Lost Lake: The Forgotten Tale Beneath the City
Unveil Bandung’s hidden story—when a vanished lake shaped the city’s soul.
Awalia Rismala and the Women Behind Indonesia’s Kretek Heritage
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The Life Cycle of Everyday Objects
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Hidden within the volcanic strata of Mount Lawu, Grojogan Sewu's subterranean waterfalls and sacred pools serve as ancient sites for ritual purification.
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High in Mount Halimun's canopy, Javan gibbons swing along restored tree
Mat Weavers Karanganyar Pandan Leaf Harvesting Traditional Weaving
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Food Taboos Across Indonesian Islands Sacred Rules of
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Komodo Dragons and the Living Mythology of Eastern Indonesia
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Community vs Individual Across Islands in Modern Indonesia
The delicate balance of community vs individual across islands in Indonesia.
Tri Hita Karana and the Javanese Philosophy of Living Harmony
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In Kudus, master carvers transform aged teak into intricate Islamic relief panels and traditional gebyog doors.
Mat Weavers Karanganyar Pandan Leaf Harvesting Traditional Weaving
In Karanganyar, master weavers transform wild thorny pandan leaves into smooth, hand-plaited floor mats.
Herbal Oil Distillers Boyolali Clove Lemongrass Essential Oils
In Boyolali, local distillers use steam and fire to extract pure essential oils from clove leaves and lemongrass.
Traditional Boat Builders Probolinggo Wooden Fishing Vessels
In Probolinggo, master shipwrights build massive teak fishing vessels without written blueprints.
Gold Leaf Gilders Prada Royal Court Garments Furniture Java
Master gilders in Java apply real gold leaf to court garments and royal teak furniture.
Shell Crafters of Situbondo Coastal Marine Art Java
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In Magelang, master artisans turn buffalo horn and bone into fine cutlery and combs.
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