Friday, December 10, 2010

Reba Ceremony from Ngada,Ende,NTT,Indonesia

Reba is a ritual ceremony which is held every new year, precisely in January or February. Ritual is intended to do homage and words of gratitude to the service of the ancestors. And the ceremony was also to evaluate everything about the life of society on the previous year by the people who have traveled Ngada.
Through this ceremony, family and community also asked for directions to the religious and traditional leaders to lead a better life in the new year to come. The ceremony is always held every year. The day before the celebration of Reba starts, held the opening ceremony of Reba or su'i Uwi. On the night of the event su'i Uwi done eating and drinking together (ka maki Reba) while waiting for the morning. In the morning, when the ceremony took place, guests are provided food and beverages that are ripe and ready to eat (Ngeta you bhagi ngia, mami Utu mogo. Kaa the papa vara, this su papa pinu).
During the ceremony lasted Reba dance accompanied by dancers holding the long sword (sau) and staff of color at the edges adorned with white goat hair. A dance is a single-stringed musical instrument string made from coconut shell or gourd are also from the forest. As a container resonance of this instrument is covered with goat skin, which in the middle has been hollowed. While the bow is made of a bamboo splinter which had been tied with yarn that has been rubbed with wax.
Reba ceremonial privileges was conducted for 3 to 4 days. Before the ceremony dances and songs (O Uwi) inculturation in the church held a Mass led by a priest or a priest. Several series of ceremony is also accompanied with a choir singing church, and use the local language Ngada.
Outside the church, the atmosphere grew festive ceremonies, when the audience and dancers presented with one or two glasses of wine (old fig). It is a tradition Ngada everyone who attended the ceremony. However, Reba is not just rah-rah party, but a form of joy (Gaja gora) Ngada community while maintaining the feel spiritual. Reba ceremony can we see in each district that is located in Ngada District, Flores Island, East Nusa Tenggara Province. From Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara provincial capital, tourists can get on a plane headed Ende, a town on the island of Flores. Upon arrival, proceed to the city Ngada which is about 61 kilometers to ride the minibus.

Sunday, December 5, 2010

Ritual Tolak Malapetaka from Pasuruan,Java,Indonesia

To avoid the danger of the eruption of Mount Bromo, local residents held a ritual "Puja Tolak Malapetaka". This ritual is held by citizens of the Tengger Tribe at Temple Bhang Kahyangn Wonikitri Kerti Buana Jaya, Tosari, Pasuruan, East Java.
Tengger tribe from the village shaman Wonokitri, Supayadi explained, puja tetolak real havoc routines are carried out periodically four times a year. This ritual is held on the katiga, kanam, kasepuluh, and kasaa according Tengger calendar.
The core of this ritual is an attempt to restore the (rejected) various forms of havoc. Added, puja tetolak today more devoted to reject the evil that caused by the activities of Mount Bromo.
He hopes by Mount Bomo who are on the rise it could be done, without causing havoc for residents and the environment around them.

Breast Show Tradition from Tulungagung,East Java,Indonesia

Breast show this ritual comes from the village Semanding, Pucanglaban district, East Java Tulungagung District. Since the first flow of water in this place is great. In fact, even during long dry season, this pennant was never short of water.

Because of the relatively large water flow and clean, then the source of this water has always utilized Semanding and surrounding village residents. Mainly for cooking, bathing, washing, and even to irrigate the fields.
What can be said is unique, a place that is usually used for bathing had always deliberately left open. Not covered nothing. In fact, the bathroom there is not only men but also women. They blend into one for a shower together.
Is there a feeling awkward or ashamed of themselves? Perhaps because it has become habit, then there is nothing to feel embarrassed if seen people, especially the opposite sex. Even if the women are bathing them is absolutely no need feel bothered to hide her breasts. In fact, there is the impression that breast accidentally exhibited.
Because of this topless bathing ritual, then anyone who happened to pass by can see clearly the breasts of local village women.

Viewed up close, the village of Semanding is quite still conservative. For example, residents there are still believed by many ancient beliefs. For example, virgin first before coming months, the teeth must dipungur. The reason is, when it comes in so fast big tits. If it were so, it'll sell quickly virgin.
Because it is still believed by tradition and belief, the number of women there who can not complete basic education is still very high. Generally parents feel embarrassed if there have kids in sight virgin big tits, but not yet married.
Surprisingly again, for those who are not virgins, go home shower of pennant is always naked chest.
Why bathing in Bannerman Manding left open? And why is that women should bathe topless?

Apparently this is related to a legend Semanding society. They believe the story of a village maiden named Srikunti.
Once, a few decades ago, Srikunti join the list to be candidates for public. Turns out he accepted. Even then, interest in this village became a teacher in elementary Semanding.
Although Srikunti already become a teacher but he has not changed. Against anyone he still did not discriminate. So many people are sympathetic to him. One of them was the forest supervisor named Basman. Love received Srikunti Basman. Both promised to live together.

Finally after getting married, Srikunti Basman trafficked into his parents' house that also exist in the village of Semanding. At first the bride was living in harmony. Srikunti own time at home was already living in the home-in-law.
But that name lived there alone berrumah stairs obstacles. One time when her husband heard Srikunti like drunk-drunk. Although he was warned, her husband still did not want to hear. Almost every day Basman even staggering due to come home drunk.
Feeling disappointed, quietly desperate Srikunti left home. In order not to see people after Maghrib he just left. But after he arrived at Bannerman Munding even stopped. Then he sat on the edge of the pennant. Pipe angannnya go some where. She remembered her parents and younger siblings. His heart was hard.

Not felt, had so long sat daydreaming on the edge Srikunti pennant. When he would leave the pennant, suddenly emerged from the water a princess who ride giant fleeced. The princess went Srikunti.

"You do not mupus (desperate) and must remain steadfast," said the daughter was. "I came to want to help you. Now go home to your parents house. Provide seven flower colors. Tomorrow, bring it here. What did you ask will be accomplished, "he continued.

Having said that, pretty daughter had been lost some where. Visible in front of live Srikunti machinations that had ridden the princess.
Meanwhile, at home Basman a loss for his wife. 've Searched everywhere but nothing.
But at midnight, Basman hear if there is a woman fainted near Bannerman Munding. He quickly went there. Apparently, the woman who fainted near the pennant is his wife.

Once aware, Srikunti tell what they experienced. Hearing the story Srikunti, the conviction he was taken away stealth Bulus White. Meanwhile, Basman promised not to get drunk again.
Srikunti run message magical princess who met him. He provides seven flower colors. After that, taken to a pennant in the company of Basman, her husband.
Both are awaiting the arrival of the princess. But in waiting until the night the princess did not come.

"Is the princess deceive me, so he's not coming?" Said Srikunti.

Since there is no sign of the princess will come, and Basman Srikunti decided to leave the pennant. But just a step, suddenly there came a voice that calls them.

"If you want to treasure a lot do not be hasty!" Said a voice from the pennant.

"Who are you?" Ask Srikunti.

"I waited for a White Bulus stealth Bannerman Manding."

Basman Srikunti and silent. In front of a figure they look beautiful daughter.

"If you want to be rich, keep this pennant so that the source is still great!" Said the princess again.

"How?" Ask Srikunti.

"The trick is easy. All women who are here if any should cover the shower breast. Because, if anyone dared to cover her breasts, stealth Bulus White will be angry. "

After giving this message, the princess disappeared.

Somehow, the story of mouth is ultimately believed by many people. Especially Semanding and surrounding village residents.

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Kerapan Kerbau,Lumajang,Java,Indonesia




If in Madura cattle kerapan tradition known in Lumajang, East Java, farmers have the tradition of racing animals buffalo or buffalo race. Animal racing champion is usually held every year, usually after each harvest as an expression of joy over the results of their labor in farming.
A pair of buffalo was driven by their owners as soon as possible, in order to win the prestigious event among farmers in the village of Banyuputih River, Randu District Court, Lumajang, East Java.
The event was called buffalo kerapan held each year by local farmers after harvest.
If kerapan cattle in Madura held an open field in Lumajang buffalo kerapan  was held diareal rice field. Previous committee in preparing land rover first. Altitude ranges mud was up to knee-length adult.
Much like cattle kerapan  in Madura, the participants since the distant days before the match to prepare themselves. 
The winner will get a goat. Buffalo was chosen as a means kerapan because people believe it is a symbol of prosperity of livestock farmers. Nothing wrong because this tradition was held as an expression of gratitude to God for the earth. This event is held every once a year. This tradition is the spectacle of free people around.

Blado Beach,Trenggalek,Java,Indonesia


BLADO BEACH Located in the village or subdistrict Munjungan, 47 km southwest of the city Trenggalek. The beach has great waves and still very natural with about 3 km long beach. The beach is suitable for surfing.

Goa Lowo,Trenggalek,Java,Indonesia




Sightseeing is not less interesting as objects of tourism is another Caves Sightseeing Lowo. In addition to admire its natural wonders, caves Lowo also store various mysteries.
The cave is located in the Village Watuagung Lowo Watulimo Trenggalek District about 30 KM. of the City of Trenggalek also 30 km from City Tulungagung or approximately 180 km from the city of Surabaya and the south coast, exactly in the direction Watulimo Prigi Beach District. Strategic place and easily accessible, and one lane with Prigi Beach attractions that makes it easier for visitors because they can be in the form of a package tour.
Once in Guo Lowo visitors will be greeted by the cool mountain air atmosphere with a distinctive aroma of teak forests, because Lowo Guo location surrounded by lush teak forest. From the parking lot toward the mouth of the cave, the road that has been split between the net dipaving teduhnya this teak trees.
Once past the mouth of the cave, we are immediately greeted the first cave space like a vast hall. Sky - sky-high cave approximately 20-50 meters, the width of the cave about 50 m. Start the cave wall is filled with panoramic views and a wide variety of forms.
The beauty of the hanging wall of the cave with stalactite and stalagmite sticking out here and there, the more artistic look with good light in such a way to add color more interesting.
Based on the survey Mr cave expert. Manthovani and Dr Gilbert. Robert K Kho year 1984 stated that Guo Lowo largest natural cave in Southeast Asia and even in Asia with a length of 800 meters with caves - average wide space there are 9 (nine) main room and several small rooms.

STORY OF DISCOVERY Guo Lowo
A named Lomedjo into the woods looking for a place to perform meditation. And found a small cave that is considered suitable to be imprisoned that a cave near the pool of bluish. Which in turn is called Kedung Blue cave. Location Kedung approximately 600 meters northeast of this Petilasan Lowo Guo was until recently still used by people - people to be imprisoned. This saw the former - the former equipment left behind in the cave Kedung Blue.

From the results of the effort of fasting, meditation and supplication to God Almighty is, finally getting results. Lomedjo Mbah a dream about a place that he be imprisoned there was a large cave hiding te animal - an animal hunted safely.
One time, found a large cave mouth, a dark bat filled with the smell of menyengak nose. Without realizing they are always referred to the cave; Guo Lowo (Java Language Bats are Lowo). Until now the cave named Guo Lowo, Kedung hermitage is located east of Cave Lowo 600M



Guo Lowo TOUR NOW AS OBJECT OF INTEREST

Guo Lowo admire the beauty of the colorful stalactite and stalagmite, in the natural atmosphere of the cave environment is cool and beautiful it is, in fact in 1984 the Government of Trenggalek existing efforts to promote it as a tourist attraction. Despite such limited funding and limited support for current situation, then its development is very slow so not much was known and visited by tourists.
The cave is large and the length about 800 AD has been equipped with electricity and street lighting facilities made so easy to observe natural artistic forms of stalactite and stalagmite. The atmosphere is cool and fresh by splashing clean water flowing in the cave brought a good atmosphere.
Outside the cave has been constructed, equipped arena toys - children. On holidays there are often also musical entertainment on stage diatraksikan happy. There is public transport from city to Durenan Trenggalek then to Guo Lowo.

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