WONOTIRTO, Indonesia (RNS) — In this small village in Central Java, the end of Ramadan is an auspicious time to honor one's ancestors in a festival called Haul. The celebration is a mix of Islam, ...

When most people hear "Indonesia," their minds instantly go to Bali-an island known for its beaches, yoga retreats, rice terraces, and vibrant nightlife. Bali has become of a well known name for ...

Think of Java, and chances are that the megacity of Jakarta – the capital of Indonesia – will spring to mind. But for those interested in the island's traditional culture, a smaller city beckons, said ...

Beyond Indonesia’s famous beaches and terraced rice fields, Central Java, home to ancient temples and active volcanoes, reveals layers of rich history and living traditions. Traditional villages, ...

While many folks in America tend to celebrate their biggest milestones in life with cake—be it weddings, birthdays, or graduation—I had a conical turmeric rice dish called tumpeng for all of mine.

Ria Soemardjo, with Australian and Indonesian cultural backgrounds, began learning about gamelan and Javanese songs in her childhood through her father. From this experience, she went on to deepen her ...

The Children of Journalists program activities of the Asian-African Conference Museum (MKAA) at the Asian-African Conference Museum, Bandung, West Java, April 19, 2025. The MKAA Children of ...