5 Strange Phenomenon That Ever Happened In Indonesia

5 Strange Phenomenon That Ever Happened In Indonesia 

 - Many indeed phenomena that have ever taken place in our country. From the start of the natural, human moments, the phenomenon in animals up to a strange disease. Total phenomenon was certainly getting attention from the start people beginners to experts. But the fact not or not entirely of the phenomenon can be missed triggers and results. Of so many phenomena that have ever taken place in Indonesia, below 5 Strange Phenomenon That Ever Happened In Indonesia.

1. The phenomenon that took place in Indonesia 

 

 which first opened on the phenomenon of strange diseases. One interesting thing that often appear in Indonesia, namely in terms of health, namely the emergence of various new diseases included strange. As ever take place in Dede "The Tree Man" natural change in the whole body warts and rooted like a tree.

Then "The Man Wire" Noorsyaidah also experienced a strange disease, it is in the body constantly produces wire until translucent out of its body. Even the medical side also admitted not find the medical signs like this.

The same thing is also faced by women boy named Safirah, where all calves are filled with nails.

Another phenomenon strange disease should also be considered Ahmad Yunus who suffer illness "Fish Scale" and Ari skinned boy "lizard".

Various phenomena of this strange disease indeed make the medical side is quite confused. Irony indeed, in the life that has been modern in Indonesia is still there a variety of strange diseases that most one of them until now still be a signal asking.

2. The next phenomenon is the phenomenon of the presence of "Quack Little" in Indonesia.
   

 

Children under the age recognized some people have supernatural abilities. Most children who had horrendous that action "The Shaman Little" Ponari. The little shaman from Jombang, East Java, was never thought to be able to treat various diseases by wearing "lightning stone" her. Treating through dipping a stone that he considers "Supernatural" water to congenital patients.

Then there was someone toddlers aged barely two years old., But sure can treat disease. A little girl named Hernia from Garut, West Java, was treating a patient by way of dipping his finger in water for drinking patients.

And there are also another example that makes the phenomenon of "Quack Little" More shocking, the "Shaman Little" named Dadang Kurniawan. The boy from Bantur, East Java heal patients by way of giving the drink potions, massaging or just brush up on the patient's body.

As well as the reply is no less extreme step of healing is "Little Shaman" Sabri Muhammad Arif Billah origin Takalar, South Sulawesi. Time heals a patient, Sabri admitted would have lost consciousness because possessed by the spirit unseen. The Spirit of dhikr and cure the patient. Then the spirit that would come out of the body of Sabri after the patient has completed treatment.

3. After that, namely the natural phenomena that ever took place in Indonesia.

  One natural phenomenon that never took place, namely the phenomenon of "Hello Sun" or also referred to the "Ring of the Sun" that once took place in the city of Yogyakarta on bln. Th January. 2011 and in the city of San Francisco, United States. But earlier this phenomenon ever took place in Padang on th. 2009 then.

With the exception of the phenomenon of "Hello Sun", the phenomenon of "Heaven Torn" was also taking place in the city of Pontianak at bln. Th November. 2011 and in the city of Yogyakarta and Padang on th. 2010 then.

No less shocking, the occurrence of the phenomenon of "Crop Circle" in the city of Sleman, Yogyakarta on bln. January 2011. This phenomenon remains a mystery, but many thought this phenomenon is man-made.

Then the phenomenon of "Rainbow of Fire" in fact, was also held in Indonesia in the city of Makassar on th. 2010 then. This phenomenon took place in the afternoon at 6 pm precisely when Indonesia middle (PM).

4. Move to a phenomenon that took place in Indonesia in the future, namely the phenomenon of animals "Faceless Man"

 

 

 . Spiders "Faceless Man" is one of the animals are quite horrendous in Indonesia so long ago. This unique animal face Asahan found in North Sumatra, Makassar, Sukoharjo, Central Java, and some cities in Indonesia. Except spiders, in fact in Madiun and Surabaya also found a butterfly "Faceless Man".

The phenomenon of animals "Faceless Man" also took place on a goat in Situbondo. A kid born with a face similar to humans. From the position of the eyes, mouth, and nose similar to humans. Being in Probolinggo, East Java, there are goats that have a similar face with grandparents.

5. Continue to the next phenomenon exotic phenomena that took place in Indonesia.

 
  Th. 2009 then, people Purwokerto digemparkan with the phenomenon of banana fruit jackfruit tree. Where in jackfruit was covered by banana around him. Do the same thing happening again in bln. Th January. 2012. Residents of surrounding districts Kosambi, Tangerang also digemparkan with the presence of fruiting banana jackfruit tree. Even the West Java Abdul who have been eating the fruit as well as the fact that tasted like banana flavor. With the exception of the jackfruit tree horrendous, in th. In 2010 and then in the city of Bau-Bau, Southeast Sulawesi residents digemparkan with the onset of palms "Faceless Man".

On one side of the tree looks bright once the shape of the face and mouth which is similar to human beings. Even more strangely even supposedly advance news that appears on this tree can change daily.

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Oops! Travel Warning For the set of foreign tourists to Indonesia

Oops! Travel Warning For the set of foreign tourists to Indonesian

Who the heck is going to deny the designation "Indonesia is a gem equator"? Our beloved earth did have a myriad of tourist charms inevitable. Even with the wealth of cultural and culinary treasures of the lure and ready to tempt tourists to come and visit him. In essence, Indonesia was cute and cool .

Unfortunately, like it or not, and whether consciously or not, Indonesia is like the pretty dangerous for tourists from some countries, particularly countries outside the Asian continent. Behind the beauty and elegance of natural sandstone immeasurably, no pinch dangers often lurk foreign tourists who are lured to roam Indonesia. So also with the risk of other hazards that can be a serious threat because the problem of cultural differences and local customs.So, do not be surprised if some countries such as America and Australia often equip citizens who will travel to Indonesia with a number of warnings and appeals are familiarly known by the term travel warning.Well, as a good host and preparing to receive visitors from abroad, why not sin if you want to know some travel warning cheat are often echoed at foreign tourists. Calculated so we knew what the heck Indonesia in the shadow of our prospective guests who come from different countries. Some of the points below are excerpted from an official travel warning announcements from various countries, while others are excerpted from testimony tourists who already visited Indonesia. And this is how some countries assessment of the situation in Indonesia:

1. "Because Indonesia vulnerable to terrorist attack, guard during a visit to Indonesia!"
 

Sad indeed, but we must also be heartened to admit that the threat of terrorism often a scourge for anyone, including foreign tourists.Which should make us wince, because terrorism is then attached to the image as Indonesia. Evident from the many travel warning about the dangers of terrorism in Indonesia issued by the governments of various countries. The average of these countries warned their citizens to be extra careful when going to crowded places such as nightclubs and bars, Bali, Jakarta, and other places associated with the United States because it is often used as the target of terrorism. Sad, yes, because the act of some people we become synonymous with terrorism ..

2. "Not only prone to terrorism, Indonesia is also prone to unrest. Avoid popped into areas prone to conflict, and stay away from activities of the demonstration. "

This point was worth making us stroking his chest. As an Indonesian, we should be proud to be known as one of the nation teramah in the world. Unfortunately, the friendly character in contrast to the many riots and conflict that often took place in a number of areas.Foreign tourists usually advised to "reconsider" the travel plan-prone areas such as Maluku, Papua, West Papua, Central Sulawesi, and Aceh. Some countries even specifically asked its citizens to avoid gathering in religious places during religious moment for fear of the potential for conflict between religions. Duh ...Another addition, some serious countries warned their citizens to avoid demonstrations and protests of any kind. Although the current political situation is relatively stable, but he said there is still the potential for unrest if there are demonstrations relating to the Middle East region. Do you think this fact or excessive anxiety alone?

3. "Indonesia is prone to natural disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis, floods and volcanic eruptions. Searching for information on evacuation procedures as much as possible before visiting Indonesia! "

In fact, our country is one of the countries prone to natural disasters. And the fact also that our disaster action system is not as sophisticated in countries that have made natural disaster as a "friend" who should be recognizable as possible.Perhaps that is why some countries require their citizens to seek information about the conditions in Indonesia before deciding to menjejakan foot in our beloved country, plus cautioned their citizens to study the evacuation procedures in case of a disaster at any time in the middle of the travel time.

4. "Indonesia is also prone to crime, and unfortunately many crimes are deliberately targeting tourists."This is one fact that should make us grin in embarrassment. Behind the incessant slogan "Wonderful Indonesia" created to promote our tourism, the fact remains there are still some types of crimes that are familiar to greet foreign tourists. Here are a few that are often underlined by foreign tourists who've come to Indonesia that you can find yourself in a variety of forums.


A. Crime in Taxi
 

You know a lot of foreign tourists who often complain about the unpleasant treatment of unscrupulous taxi drivers, especially taxis in big cities like Jakarta and some areas in Bali. Typically, complaints from foreign tourists that includes a false argo (the driver is considered to tamper with the meter in order to run as fast as a horse), to the reluctance of drivers to use the meter and choose, apply the rate charter (which cost quite suffocating). Maybe he thinks the foreign tourists'm not going to know the rogue practices huh?





B. mugging, pickpocketing, and fraud at the ATM.

 

No one country is 100% free of crime, including Indonesia. But if they say if mugging, pickpocketing, and fraud at the ATM (such as installing a fake telephone number) is regarded as things to watch while in Indonesia, we are required to make introspection. Do all three types of crimes that are too often the case here as to be a scourge for our candidates?Anyway, the problem jambret, pickpockets and scams in this ATM is not specifically targeting foreign tourists and it can affect anyone who is not shaded by Dewi Fortuna. But quite a lot of foreign travelers who share experiences around jambret, pickpockets, and ATM fraud issue is to warn other foreign tourists to be extra careful while in the crowd. And be careful when making eye contact with the local residents, especially if it were walking in the area rather quiet, because it could be an excuse to rob tourists. Wow!


C. Other scams that specifically target foreign tourists
 
 
Here's one that makes the practice is not as beautiful Indonesian tourism ad. Many foreign tourists who often complain about the problem of fraud affecting tourists, ranging from prices suddenly skyrocketed during the middle of see-saw by Caucasians, credit card theft, the difference amounts received when exchanging money at the money changer, and more deh. Wow, quite a disgrace ya!



D. Bribery bribe was common in Indonesia.
 

Duh, this one is really required to make us ashamed and introspection. It turned out that foreign tourists who have been to Indonesia often share information if the practice of bribery is quite commonly found in Indonesia. Not few are advised to avoid the practice and remains based on the official rules alone.

5. "Be careful of the dangers of rabies in Bali, Nias and Lombok."
 

One of the countries that issued a warning about the dangers of rabies in Indonesia is Australia. And in fact it was only natural considering the current Bali is facing the danger of rabies, while the number of Australian tourists who made Bali as their favorite destination in Indonesia is quite significant. Hopefully the dangers of rabies in Bali and other areas in Indonesia soon be overcome in order not to make foreign tourists anxious to visit Indonesia ya!


6. "Bring cash or credit card. Do not use traveler checks! "
 

Travel warning that this is indeed true. It's no secret that more cash is familiar welcome at the various attractions in Indonesia. As for the big stores and shopping malls, credit cards of various renowned network is quite widely accepted. Which may be a bit surprising for foreign tourists is because payment of traveler checks are not familiar in Indonesia, so they diwanti cautioned not to use traveler checks while in Indonesia.

7. "Drinking tap water without boiling first Indonesian = serious threat to health"

 

This issue is one of the most commonly shared by those who have set foot to earth Mother Earth, especially those who used to drink tap water directly in the country of origin. Understandably, there are many other foreign tourists who do not yet know if the tap water in Indonesia do not deserve to be taken directly alias must be cooked first.Usually, foreign tourists will be advised on other prospective traveler to purchase beverages in containers only; while the more experienced traveler who add more tips, ie buy beverages in containers that are still sealed well.


8. "And be careful when eating at a roadside tavern. Than sorry later, mending do deh! "

As a complement to the message to "be careful not to drink the tap water in Indonesia", usually the foreign tourists who have been to Indonesia and remind so be careful when buying a culinary pavement. The main thing at issue is the cleanliness factor is less assured. They are accustomed to eating only food hygiene are at risk of health problems if forced myself to snack in a less clean and are not necessarily all such food is harmful and prohibited so that tourists are always vigilant.,


 9. "Be careful when drinking alcoholic beverages in Indonesia!"

 

There are some countries that highlighted the problem of liquor in Indonesia, two of which are the United Kingdom and Australia. The two countries have warned their citizens to be careful when drinking alcoholic beverages because in Indonesia there have been several cases of deaths due to alcohol contaminated with methanol.Another case highlighted cases of this happening is because seriously affecting foreign tourists due to accidental alcohol mixed with methanol. Some countries advise their citizens to be vigilant when purchasing alcoholic beverages, making sure he drinks blended in sight to avoid things that are not desirable.



10. "The traffic in Indonesia is very dangerous! Please be extra vigilant while on the highway in Indonesia! "

One of the countries that enough detail highlighting traffic problems in Indonesia and warned residents to be extra vigilant is American. England were quite clearly illustrates the traffic conditions in Indonesia for its citizens who are interested to fly to Indonesia, and unfortunately the picture is not a positive picture.There are few descriptions about traffic conditions in Indonesia - especially in big cities - that is going to make you wince shame was so accurate. The traffic in big cities in Indonesia, especially Jakarta, described as "dangerous, crowded, messy and undisciplined".The traffic lights are often ignored, safety awareness of traffic is still very low, vehicles (mainly buses and trucks) often carry overloaded, the offense will be the speed limit is often the case, the use of the road shoulder undue motors that control the streets and often against the direction, cars are not equipped with adequate safety belt for the passenger seat, and many other details that are too striking to be written here.American tourists who intend to drive in Indonesia was advised to hire an experienced driver of the company; one factor is due to the high rate of road accidents in Indonesia. Moreover, very dangerous to drive at night because the majority of the new driver will turn on the lights when the day really dark. The other reason is to minimize the risk of traffic accidents due to the ambulance in Indonesia are still less reliable. Cough, cough ....



11. "In Indonesia, not only in the city streets are dangerous. Traffic between islands should also be wary. "

 

Ever heard of a number of domestic air crash accident that occurred in Indonesia? Turns out it did not escape the observation of other countries, which eventually led to the issuance of a number of fairly specific appeal for foreign tourists who want to go to Indonesia.Recommends that Americans use a direct flight from the United States and headed straight to the desired travel destinations for "domestic plane crash in Indonesia which is quite often the case." It is very unfortunate given our geographical conditions of an archipelago, and domestic flights it is important to reach many other beautiful areas in Indonesia spread across various islands.Britain also urged its citizens to be careful when choosing domestic flights in Indonesia. The main reason for only a fraction Indonesian airlines that can operate in the European Union and meet international safety standards.Not only air transport issues are to be highlighted. Transportation between islands became special attention from a number of countries because of several accidents that have occurred, particularly accidents caused by human factors. Hopefully our inter-island transport network is getting better so that foreign tourists can explore the various islands in Indonesia calmly yes!


12. "Do not bring narcotics into Indonesia!"

The consistency of our government's fight against narcotics has received special attention from various countries. Increasingly, other countries warned their citizens not to bring narcotics and drugs into the territory of Indonesia because the consequences could face a prison sentence to the death penalty.***Approximately that several travel warnings are often touted for foreign travelers who are planning to go to Indonesia.

After reading this, maybe some of you will be surprised, although surely others will feel it is only natural because this is so in fact. To be honest, some of the above there are many who fit the facts, although in its realization may not be as dramatic as one might imagine. By knowing the thoughts of other nations against Indonesia, hopefully we can do introspection and fix the things that it is still lacking for the advancement of tourism in Indonesia and that the newcomers are always vigilant.

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Traditional unique races native to Indonesia

Traditional unique races native to Indonesia

 
Indonesia was gan had loads of Culture and one culture in Indonesia is Racing - Traditional unique and original race of Indonesia, what gan race "Genuine in Indonesia".
 
Madura Bull Race
Karapan cow is a cow grandstand race originating from Madura, East Java, for most of the Madurese karapan cow is not only a party of the people or events held each year are inherited from generation to generation. But karapan cow for the people of Madura is a form of symbol of prestige that can raise the dignity of the people of Madura, because cattle used for beef cattle match the excellent quality of the special treatment as well.

Madura island is not only known as a producer of salt, but also a producer of beef cattle races are very good quality. Not infrequently the cattle owners prepare pacuannya cow by giving special massages and the food is not less than 80 eggs each day, so stamina and strength of the beef cattle maintained. Even the preferential treatment of the beef cattle in some homes that adorn it appears there is not a vehicle car garage but instead the cow that is the home's garage. Understandably due to the game-winning cows can reach a price of 75 million rupiah per tail.



In celebration karapan this cow, cow owners' self-esteem is at stake. If they can win the game, in addition to the prize money gained from betting are also usually present they get. If merkea lose this match, self-esteem and their owners fall out of money that does little to karapan this cow. Because the treatment of cattle - cows before the game is expensive, and usually they hired a shaman in order to keep the cows survived the attack spells their enemies.
Karapan big celebration is held 1x cow in a year, but to get to the final must meet several steps in advance. There are two kinds of celebrations karapan dimadura cow, the first is the President Cup and the Regent Cup. For Regent cup is usually held 2x a year, the winners of this cup regents will usually continue the game to the President of the cup, to the photographers a good moment is when the regents cup.
In the event karapan cow audience not only treated cow racing and agility of the jockey, but before the start of the owners usually do a ritual procession accompanied cow grandstand disekelilingi seronen musical instruments blend of musical instruments typical Madura thus making this event become more festive.



ong track races the cow is between 180 to 200 meters, which can be reached within 14 to 18 seconds. Certainly very fast pace cows - cows, other than shrewdness jockey bamboo is sometimes used to tread the jockey float in the air due to the rapid pace of the beef cow. To obtain and increase the pace of the cattle jockey, the base of the cows are fitted with a belt full of sharp spikes and the jockey whip whip also given the sharp thorns towards the buttocks cows. Of course, these injuries would make the cows run faster, but also cause sores around the rump of a cow. After playing the cows are given some time for the wound to heal, but the cows are dipertandingan dikarapan is only 2 to 3 x any given game and should not be more.
Distance winner difference is sometimes very thin, even less so only within 1 to 2 seconds, and it sometimes makes losers protest. But they are given the opportunity to compete again with the losing, and while happy for the winners. In addition to their prize, usually bets jg gifts they get. In addition to cattle prices soaring price may winners.

Race Makepung Buffalo in Jembrana Bali
Makepung which in Indonesian means romp, is a tradition in the form of runway buffalo race that has long been attached to the people of Bali, particularly in Jembrana. This tradition was originally just a game of farmers conducted on the sidelines of plowing the fields at harvest time. At that time, they were clashing quickly with spur buffalo that is attached to a cart and driven by a jockey.



The longer, the original fraudulent activity that is growing and increasingly in demand by many people. Now, Makepung has become one of the most interesting cultural attractions and watched by tourists including foreign tourists. Not only that, the race buffalo racing program has become an annual event in Bali and professionally managed.

Today, Makepung not only by farmers alone. Officials and businessmen of the city too much to be participants and supporters. Moreover, in a big fight, Governor Cup for example, participants who attended Makepung could reach about 300 pairs of buffaloes or even more. The atmosphere becomes very lively with the presence of musicians jegog (Balinese gamelan made of bamboo) to enliven the atmosphere of the race.



When it began to be contested in the 1970s, the rules and the completeness of the Makepung participate undergone some changes. For example, a buffalo that had only one, now a pair. Then, cikar or carts for jockey who was once large, now replaced with a smaller one. Buffalo participant Makepung, now more 'fashionable' in the presence of various kinds of ornaments in the form of a crown mounted buffalo head and a green or red flag in each cikar. Meanwhile, the ground track arena Makepung be U-shaped, round 1-2 km.
In contrast to Kerapan Madura cow or other event that is race, Makepung have rules a little unique. The winner of this race is not only determined from whom or where the buffalo couples who managed to reach the finish line first course, but determined also on the distance between those competing. That is, a participant will be deemed the winner when he was at the forefront when it reaches the finish and was able to keep the distance with the participants in tow, as far as 10 m.



When it began to be contested in the 1970s, the rules and the completeness of the Makepung participate undergone some changes. For example, a buffalo that had only one, now a pair. Then, cikar or carts for jockey who was once large, now replaced with a smaller one. Buffalo participant Makepung, now more 'fashionable' to adaNamun, when a pair of buffalo that are behind can narrow the distance with participants in future, be less than 10 m, then the pair of buffalo in the back that will come out as winners. The race finished in a matter of eight to ten minutes in each race her.


Pacu Jawi, Cow Race of Land Minangin the Land of Minang Pacu Jawi or called Runway cow is one cultural event that is now very well known from West Sumatra. initially Pacu Jawi This activity is carried out by farmers and communities around Tanah Datar activities to fill the time after harvest. Pacu Jawi is usually held three times a year Tanah Datar. if you do not know many who thought Pacu Jawi in Madura, as it is known for the cow race is just the Madura region similar but not the same.Her various kinds of ornaments in the form of a crown mounted buffalo head and a green or red flag in each cikar. Meanwhile, the ground track arena Makepung be U-shaped, round 1-2 km.
In contrast to Kerapan Madura cow or other event that is race, Makepung have rules a little unique. The winner of this race is not only determined from whom or where the buffalo couples who managed to reach the finish line first course, but determined also on the distance between those competing. That is, a participant will be deemed the winner when he was at the forefront when it reaches the finish and was able to keep the distance with the participants in tow, as far as 10 m.


striking differences of Pacu Jawi in Tanah Datar with Madura Bull Race is land used, if Bull Race using flat ground as the arena while the Pacu Jawi use already wet paddy fields. so that when photographed look more dramatic and get a lot of great moments. The philosophy of Pacu Jawi is the leader and the people can walk together. This is why the cow is used for runway Jawi there are two tails, and the winner is not determined who's the fastest but who can run straight as a straight person who always higher street value. Pacu Jawi unique detachable mounted alone and not the opponent, supposedly made in this way in order to avoid a bet that often occurs in every race.



Pacu Jawi originally pure entertainment for the farmers after the harvest and it is this which makes runway ox interesting, lively, and different. Jockey equipped with a plow runway made of bamboo as a stand when the race begins. and turns the tool is one of the tools used by farmers to plow fields. because of its uniqueness Pacu Jawi has now become one of the characteristics of West Sumatra in Tanah Datar and Fifty Cities.

 

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