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Monday, 10 August 2020

Indonesian Folktale: The Origin of Kemaro Island in Palembang

Indonesian Folktale: The Origin of Kemaro Island in Palembang
It is said that during the era of the Srivijaya kingdom, ruled a wise king who had a beautiful daughter named Siti Fatimah.

Once upon a time, across the sparkling blue seas, a brave and kind merchant named Tam Bun An sailed all the way from China to the grand kingdom of Srivijaya. As soon as he arrived, he heard magical whispers from the townsfolk about the breathtaking beauty and kindness of the Princess.