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How Surabaya Got Its Name, Part 1: The Shark and the Crocodile

Our correspondent shares an animalistic take on the naming of East Java's capital city.

Our correspondent recounts the tale of Lafeak Diak, the beast upon whose back East Timor now resides.

Ever wondered about the lore behind Lake Toba and its name? Read on to find out. Expect patience, anger, and a princess turned into a fish.

Our correspondent uncovers the memory of something sinister in Semarang.

Our correspondent absorbs the message of a monument that represents Madurese passion and drive.

Our correspondent takes a closer look at one of Madura's contributions to the tapestry of Indonesian heritage.

Our correspondent becomes attuned to the distinct frequencies shared by the famed Spice Islands of Maluku.

Our correspondent in Sulawesi creates a gap through which something tries to get out.

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.