Indonesian History

  • I. The Shadow of Majapahit When the Majapahit Empire collapsed under the rising tide of Islam in Java during the late 15th century, Bali became more than a sanctuary, it became a living reliquary of a lost civilisation. As temples crumbled and courts fell silent in Java, priests, dancers, artisans, warriors, and nobles crossed the

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  • West Borneo, with its dense rainforests and sprawling rivers, is home to remote towns like Nanga Pinoh, Nanga Ela, and Nanga Sokan. The region’s communities are deeply tied to the rivers that branch across the land, forming a network that has shaped life for centuries. The term “Nanga,” derived from the Iban language, refers to

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