Introduction to Indonesian Folklore Indonesian Folklore were told orally through many generations. The stories has not been proven to be real or not. These tales are part of their background and their daily lives. We can find moral of the story of Bawang Merah and Bawang Putih. We can also learn about the name of Cianjur City come from Ci means water and anjur from the word anjuran. It means suggestion. By keeping these old folklores alive, the next generations will know the stories and learn the wonderful meanings behind them. |
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Animal Stories Kancil or Mouse Deer is one of the most popular animal story in Indonesian Folklore. Mouse deer usually portrayed as a clever animal that tricked other animals to fulfill its needs. Other famous tale is Keong Mas or Golden Snail, The Golden Snail theatre at Taman Mini Indonesia Indah is one of the best theatre in Indonesia. The mythical animal such as Dragon and Garuda. Garuda is the national symbol of Indonesia. Other animal originally from this country such as Komodo Dragon and Javanese Tiger also part of Indonesian Folklore. |
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Sun and Moon
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Flowers
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City, Kingdoms and Temples Cianjur The origin of Cianjur City The Legend of Surabaya The origin of Surabaya City Prince Pade Gelang and Princess Candasari The origin of Pandeglang
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Islands, Mountains, Rocks and Caves |
Rivers, Lakes and Ponds Telaga Warna means colorful lake.
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Folklore from Indonesia
Folklore from Nangroe Aceh Darussalam