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Lawongo and Naponbalu Island, Indonesian Folklore From Sulawesi

Once upon a time, on Kabarui Island there lived a handsome young man named Lawongo. He was an accomplished boar hunter and flute player. His skill in playing the flute is greatly admired by the surrounding community. Many beautiful girls fell in love with him, but no one caught his heart. In search of the […]

Tanjung Lesung, Indonesian Folklore From Banten Province

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Once upon a time on the island of Java there was a traveler named Raden Budog. He was a handsome and strong young man. In his adventures, he was always accompanied by a dog and his beloved horse. One afternoon, after bathing on the beach, Raden Budog rested under a shady ketapang tree. The cold […]

La Tongko-Tongko, Indonesian Folklore From South Sulawesi

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In ancient times, there were people who were very stupid. His name is La Tongko-Tongko. He lives with his mother. One day, La Tongko-Tongko told his mother that he wanted to get married. “If you want to get married, you have to find a girl first. Then ask him to marry you. “ La Tongko-Tongko […]