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Welcome to the Land of Bengkulu
Come along, little explorers! On the southwestern coast of the island of Sumatra lies a beautiful province called Bengkulu. Its neighbors are Jambi, South Sumatra, Lampung, and West Sumatra. This land is full of folktales, fairy tales, and legends that the people of Bengkulu have told for many, many years. The stories come from many different sources, and new ones will be added soon. We hope you enjoy them!
Long ago, the Kingdom of Aceh and the Kingdom of Serut went to war. It all began when the son of the King of Aceh asked to marry a princess of Serut, and Raja Anak Dalam Muara Bengkulu, the King of Serut, said no. The two kingdoms fought a mighty battle, but neither side could win or lose. Do you know what this has to do with the name Bengkulu? Read on to find out!
Dimun and Meterei were brother and sister whose parents worked very hard every day. They farmed, fished, and made bubu, baronang, and baskets to sell at the market. Because their parents were always so busy, they had no time to teach the children good manners. So Dimun and Meterei grew up speaking harshly, teasing others, and being very naughty. Do you think such behavior could lead to trouble?
Bujang Awang Tabuang was a handsome young man with amazing magical powers. He was the son of King Kramo Kratu Agung and his queen, Princess Rimas Bangesu. People believed the queen could not have children, so on the advice of a royal advisor, the king sent her away to live in the forest. How did this brave young man come into the world? Let's find out together!
Once upon a time in Bengkulu, King Wawang had seven daughters. The youngest, Princess Serindang Bulan, was known as the most beautiful of them all. Many young men came to ask for her hand, but she always said no, because she did not want to marry before her six older sisters. What will happen to this kind and respectful princess?
In the land of Bengkulu, there lived a prince who had been cursed and turned into a snake. The only way to break the spell was to marry a kind girl. One day, a girl came to ask him for help to cure her sick mother. Ndaung agreed to help, but only if she would become his wife. Will the curse really come to an end?
This tale comes from southern Bengkulu, and parents often tell it to their children at bedtime. Once upon a time, a young king and his wife, Putri Gani, lived happily in the royal palace with their two children, a boy and a girl. Snuggle up and listen closely to what happens next!
Putri Gading Cempaka was the youngest daughter of King Ratu Agung, who came from the great Majapahit Kingdom. She lived in North Bengkulu, and the story says she became the grandmother of many kings who ruled the Lemau River Kingdom. Come meet this royal princess and her family!
Deep in a thick forest, a mother cat lived with her little kitten. She loved her kitten so much that she spoiled it every day. Even when the kitten grew big, she still hunted for its food. Sadly, the kitten grew up to be very lazy. What lesson will the little cat learn?
Long, long ago in Bengkulu, there was a lovely lake. The people called it the Lake of the Gods, because they believed the gods of heaven came down to bathe there on nights of the full moon. Since the lake was so sacred, nobody dared to go near it. What secrets does this magical lake hold?
In Bengkulu, there was once a place called Keramat Riak. Its people were ruled by a cruel king named Riak Bakau, who punished anyone who dared to disobey him. Then one day, something amazing happened. Keramat Riak turned into a thick forest, and all of its people became monkeys! How did this happen? Let's find out!
This legend comes from Lebong, in Bengkulu. Gajah Merik, the youngest son of King Bikau Bermano, bravely faced the Seven-Headed Snake, the guardian of Lake Tes. The snake's nest stretched from Teluk Lem all the way to the bottom of Pondok Lucuk. That is why, even today, people crossing the lake by boat are careful with their words. Are you brave enough to hear the whole story?
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