One sunny morning, the cool air made its way lazily through the village of Pasirluhur and blanketed much of the surrounding countryside. The village, located in West Java, was very fertile, serene and was home to the friendliest people one could ever meet. The morning rays shining through the green of the trees, casting a golden glow on the rice paddies made Pasirluhur all the more beautiful. …
Since her husband’sdeath, the woman had to take care of and raise her two sons. Every day she had to work hard to support them. The two sons, Rojali and Somad, had already grown up. However, they were not mature yet. They had not come to realize that their mother was old. They were also poor. They only ate every other day. "Rojali and Somad, my sons," the mother said."Yes, Mom," replied Roj…
As the story goes, the Great Kingdom of Khairan Langkawi was famous in the four corners of the world. This kingdom, which was blessed with abundant natural resources, had vast fields, vegetable gardens, and orchards. The coastal areas that extended from west to east were so rich with various fish. The people lived in peace, prosperity, and happiness under the leadership of the Great King Bikr…
The Kingdom of Paguruyung was located in Benia City, Pagaruyung, West Sumatra. Despite the fact that it was led by a female leader, the Kingdom of Pagaruyung was famous and well respected by the leaders of the neighboring small kingdoms. Its people were living prosperously in their safe and peaceful country. The Lady King’s name was Putri Sangka Bulan. She had seven children, i.e. Sutan Ser…
In the hinterland of Kalimantan there was a village called Uteh Village, which was said to be located not far from Melawai River, in such a scenic plain. On the outskirts of the village, there was a simple house where an elderly widow and her two daughters lived. The eldest daughter’s name was Tima, while the youngest one’s name was Numa. The elderly widow’s name was Ma Kili, or that was …
It was very quiet that afternoon, when even the wind seemed reluctant to blow and the leaves around that old hut did not make any sound. In that silence, a witch girl named Galuh Gagalang was sitting alone in front of her hut with eyes were staring out blankly, confused. Her mouth quivered, casting her magical spells. “Oh Gods I worship, do listen to me. Grant me an incredible strength to b…
Once upon a time there was a kingdom named Kobat Syahrial. The palace of Kobat Syahrial Kingdom stood tall extravagantly and luxuriously. The wall of the kingdom palace was made of marble and alabaster coated with gold, while beautiful fine rug covered its floor. The name of the King who ruled in the Kingdom of Kobat Syahrial at that time was King Indra Bungsu. He was a very wise King and alw…
Once upon a time, in the Kingdom of Bima, there was a Sultanate ruled by a king named Sultan Salehudin. Sultan Salehudin reigned with wisdom. Therefore, his people loved him very much. He was still young, good-looking, and strong. Nevertheless, the king had not thought of getting himself a queen. If only he had wanted to, it would not have been difficult, since there were many noble princesses …
Once upon a time in Pasundan land, there was a country so fertile and prosperous that everything planted on its ground would surely grow, even rocks and wood, so they said. The land’s fertility was sufficient to support the life of all people in Sumberkarang country where nobody lived under the poverty line. In addition to its fertile land, the Kingdom of Sumberkarang had also a just, h…
Once upon a time, there was a mighty kingdom in the region of Puncak. The name of the Kingdom was Kuta Tanggeuhan. The kingdom stood on the slopes of Gunung Lemo, in the hills of Mega Mendung. It was a magnificent kingdom, with sprawling gardens around its palace. The garden were lush with thriving green plants, with colorful flower beds weaving their way in between the tall trees – reds, w…