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Kantan Anak Durhaka, Indonesian Folklore From North Sumatra

In ancient times, on the edge of the river in the Labuhan Batu area, North Sumatra, there lived an old widow with her son named the Kantan. They lived in a small, rickety hut. The father of the Kantan, has long passed away. Since then, it is the mother of the Kantan who has to […]

The Legend of Law Kawar, Indonesian Folklore From North Sumatra

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The legend of Lau Kawar is a legend that developed in Karo Regency, North Sumatra. The district, which has an area of ​​2,127.25 km2, is located in the Karo highlands, Bukit Barisan, North Sumatra. Because the area is located in the highlands, this regency is nicknamed Taneh Karo Simalem. This district has a cool climate […]