Four Unique Regional Traditions in Indonesia at the Beginning of the Year
Various Indonesian regions have traditions to mark the beginning of the year by carrying out a series of unique festivities and rituals. These traditions are carried out in January, which marks the beginning of the year as a special moment to bring new spirit and hope. Here are four unique regional traditions in Indonesia to start the new year.
- Larungan in Trowulan, East Java
Trowulan, East Java, holds a unique tradition called Larungan at the beginning of every year. The local community gathers at the Majapahit temple complex to water ancestors' graves with flower water. This tradition has a spiritual meaning, celebrating the closeness to the ancestral spirits and praying for blessings for the new year. - Mbah Satro ceremony in Solo, Central Java
This tradition involves reading the Ramayana and shadow puppet shows as a form of respect for ancestors. Local people believe that this ceremony brings good luck for the new year. - Trisandya Puja in Bali
Balinese people gather at the temple to perform a communal ceremony involving sacred mantras. This ritual aims to cleanse themselves and start the new year with purity and blessings. - Harvest Party in Flores, East Nusa Tenggara
This feast is a thanksgiving tradition for the abundant harvest carried out by the people of Flores, East Nusa Tenggara. This tradition is usually held in January, when the harvest season arrives. In this tradition, the Flores people will have a traditional ceremony to ask for safety and prosperity.
Traditions in every region of Indonesia are many and varied. In addition to year-end and religious traditions, it turns out that the beginning of the year also has unique traditions. Are you interested in visiting one of the regions above to witness the unique traditions at the beginning of the year? No need to worry about traveling; enjoy maximum protection with Domestic Travel Insurance from MSIG Indonesia. Domestic Travel Insurance protection from MSIG Indonesia allows you to enjoy your trip more and focus more on exploring the traditions of the regions in Indonesia. Get more information about Domestic Travel Insurance products at the following link: https://www.msig.co.id/help-support#productenquiry to be immediately assisted by our marketing personnel.
