Tag Archives: Folklore

The Origin of Simalungun, Indonesian Folklore From North Sumatra Province

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Once upon a time in Kampung Nagur there was a small kingdom called the Tanah Djawo Kingdom. The kingdom of the Batak tribe called Sinaga was ruled by a just and wise king. In carrying out the duties of government, the King was accompanied by a number of strong and loyal warlords so that this […]

Putra Lokan, Indonesian Folklore From the Riau Islands Province

In ancient times in the upper reaches of the Bintan river, a just king ruled. The people are prosperous and prosperous. However, unfortunately, the king did not have children even though he had been married for dozens of years. One day the empress and the king went to fight at the mouth of the river […]

Wak Si Dolan, Indonesian Folklore From Riau Islands Province

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Wak si Dolan is a bachelor who is about half a century old. His job as a fisherman was poor, so he couldn’t even afford a house. All he had was a hut thatched roof and nibung floors. One day he was fishing and found a fish with a big rod. It was fun, and […]