Category Madura

Legung Village: The Pattern of Time’s Sands in Madura

Our correspondent discovers a longstanding tradition on the east coast of Sumenep.

Our correspondent, an outsider lest we forget, gleans understanding of Javanese culture in a trip to Pamekesan.

Our correspondent shares yet more examples of why Madura's social and cultural heart is just waiting to be visited.

Our correspondent becomes a devotee on his journey to one of Sumenep's most iconic landmarks.

Our correspondent explores Sumenep, a region of historic significance and the cradle of modern Indonesia.

Our correspondent boards a bus and encounters a fascinating snapshot of Madurese life.

Our correspondent steps onto Madura and, vernacular guide in tow, senses the rest of Indonesia withdrawing everso slightly.

Our correspondent, excited beyond all reason, remains grateful for the existence of this jagged slice of Indonesia.