23 Apr 2025

The Batak Tradition of Martarombo

INFOBUDAYA.NET — Among the rich cultural traditions of the Batak people of North Sumatra, martarombo stands out as a deeply philosophical and vital practice. Far beyond a mere tracing of ancestry, martarombo embodies the Batak people’s commitment to understanding their origins, maintaining social harmony, and preserving a legacy passed down

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23 Apr 2025

Gorga: The Sacred Language of Batak Woodcarving

INFOBUDAYA.NET — One of the most distinctive and meaningful cultural heritages of Indonesian archipelago is Gorga, the intricate woodcarving tradition of the Batak people in North Sumatra. Far more than mere decoration, Gorga embodies the Batak’s aesthetic expression, spirituality, and philosophy of life, passed down through generations. Within Batak society,

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14 Apr 2025

TUAK IN THE BATAK TOBA CUSTOM

INFOBUDAYA.NET — North Sumatra (SUMUT) Province, which is inhabited by various ethnicities, certainly attracts the interest of the general public to get to know the customs, culture, history, and panoramas that stretch there. When talking about typical Indonesian food and drinks, of course, it will never run out of discussion,

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