All About Gamelan, Indonesia’s Traditional Orchestra
The word Gamelan refers to Gamel in Javanese which means the act of drumming or hitting. It's mainly predominated by percussion instruments that include...
11 Types of Batik Patterns You Must Know
Batik is an important part of Indonesian culture. It contains cultural significance, as it is deeply embedded into the everyday lives and contains symbolisms...
8 #MustTry Rujak in Indonesia
Rujak is a traditional fruit and vegetable dish that can be found all over Indonesia. The word means mixture or eclectic mix in colloquial Malay....
Vesak or Budh Purnima – From Darkness to Light
Buddha Purnima, a Buddhist festival, marks Gautama Buddha's birth, enlightenment and death. He is thought to have been born in 623 B.C.This significant and...
Discovering the Indoindians Saree Story
Indoindians Saree Story is a celebration of of this 5000 year old garment.The sari was first mentioned in the Vedas (Rig Veda), the oldest Hindu...
7 Most Famous Indonesian Folk Tales
Indonesia is a country rich in culture and history. One evidence of this is the numerous folk tales that many Indonesians were told when...
6 Lunar New Year Festival Celebrations Across Indonesia
Are you curious to know how Lunar New Year is celebrated across Indonesia? Chinese-Indonesian citizens constitute 3% of the total population and yet preserve...
Indonesian #SpecialOccasionFood: Nasi Tumpeng Recipe
There are many versions of nasi tumpeng from all over Indonesia. It is usually made to celebrate a special occasion as it is eaten in...