Southeast Asia Folk Tales
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The Dragons in Southeast Asia Mythology and Tales
The dragon, a mythical and legendary being, holds a significant place in the folk traditions of various cultures worldwide. Divergent perspectives on dragons emerge across regions. In the Western depictions, since the High Middle Ages, dragons often been associated as creatures adorned with wings, horns, and the capacity to emit fire. While in the Eastern…
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The Legend of Timun Mas and Buto Ijo (Golden Cucumber and Green Giant)
This enchanting folktale shared below is a story originating from the Central Java, one of the province in Indonesia, that is renowned as Timun Mas or the Golden Cucumber. The story revolves around a young and courageous girl named Timun Mas, and a formidable giant known as Buto Ijo, or the Green Giant. Once upon…
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