Tag Archives: Indonesian Folklore

Si Kelingking, Indonesian Folklore From Bangka Belitung Province

Alkisah, live a couple living in a village on Belitung Island. Despite living in poverty, they remain peaceful and happy. However, they do not have children yet. They do not despair, almost every time they pray to God. “Oh God! Give us a child, even a little! ” That is the prayer they always pray. […]

Si Lancang Anak Durhaka, Indonesian folklore from Riau Province

In the old days, in the Kampar area, Si Lancang lived with his mother. They are concerned about their daily lives relying on a meager income as farm laborers. This situation made Si Lancang think of improving his fortune by going abroad. One day, Si Lancang left for the land of the people. It is […]

Indonesian Folklore, a fairy tale about the bitter tongue from South Sumatra

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In the past, in South Sumatra, in the Sumidang area, there was a large kingdom. In that Kingdom there lived a prince named Serunting. He is jealous of what other people have. Prince Serunting already has a wife. His wife has a younger brother named Aria Tebing, who is now Pangeran Serunting’s brother-in-law. Serunting and […]