Javanese culture
Javanese Culture
The Javanese culture is the culture of the Javanese ethnic group in Indonesia, who primarily inhabit the province of Central Java, Yogyakarta and East Java. The culture is centered in the Central Java, Yogyakarta and East Java provinces of Indonesia. Despite being the largest ethnic group in Indonesia, the Javanese culture is not homogeneous and has diverse variations and subcultures.
History
The history of Javanese culture can be traced back to the Hindu-Buddhist era around the 1st century AD, with influences from Indian subcontinent, Chinese, Islamic, Dutch and other cultures. The Majapahit Empire, which was one of the largest empires in Southeast Asia, had a significant influence on the development of Javanese culture.
Language
The Javanese language is the native language of the Javanese people. It is the most spoken language in Indonesia, and also has official status in the Special Region of Yogyakarta. The language has a complex honorifics system with different levels of speech to denote status and respect.
Arts
Javanese culture is rich in arts, including dance, music, wayang puppet theatre, and batik textile design. The gamelan orchestra, which is made up of a variety of metal percussion instruments, is a key element of Javanese music.
Religion
The majority of Javanese people practice Islam, with a significant minority practicing Christianity, Buddhism, and Hinduism. The Javanese version of Islam, known as Kejawen, incorporates pre-Islamic Javanese spiritual traditions.
Cuisine
Javanese cuisine is diverse, with rice as the staple food, and a wide variety of vegetables, fruits, and meats. Popular dishes include gado-gado, satay, and nasi goreng. Javanese food is generally sweeter compared to other Indonesian cuisines, due to the liberal use of palm sugar or gula jawa.
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