Golok (machete), Function and Social Status

Each region in Indonesia has its own characteristics in the variety of weapons, especially regarding sharp weapons. For example, the city of Jakarta, known as the Betawi’s community, for Betawi people the traditional weapon called “Golok” (Machete) is part of a civilization. Golok or better known as “Bilah” in Betawi society have a long history inherent in Betawi social life. […]

The Biggest Crater Lake in Java

In the Javanese meaning, the name ‘Ijen’ has the meaning ‘own’ or means ‘alone’. The meaning of the Javanese language describes the Ijen Mountain which is indeed single, standing tall on its own. Mount Ijen is an active volcano located on the border between Banyuwangi Regency and Bondowoso Regency, East Java, between the city center of Banyuwangi and Mount Ijen […]