Indonesian culture consists of a mix of religions. Central Java is predominantly Muslim. It is possible to find Islamic and Christian universities right next to each other. You will also find Hindu temples, like Borobudur which draw large crowds of tourists. The Indonesian family has strong traditions.
Islam
Islam is Indonesia's most dominant religion. Indonesian Muslims are predominantly Sunni, with approximately 3% Shia Muslims, mostly in Jakarta, and 400,000 Ahmadi Muslims (a small minority of 0.2% of the population). Indonesia is a secular Islamic state, although 85 percent of Indonesians believe in Islam. The Constitution of the country recognizes six recognized religions. Most Indonesians identify more strongly with their nationality and their religion than their religion.
Gamelan
Gamelan, an Indonesian orchestra playing traditional music, is its name. It is primarily made up of percussion instruments. However, sometimes it also includes string instruments and voices. The ensemble includes dancers. The instruments are usually placed in a certain pattern on the floor. They include three types each of double-sided drums (a xylophone), and a two stringed fiddle.
Batik
Batik is an important part Indonesian culture. It is a centuries-old art form that has been used to blend different cultures. According to UNESCO, cultural heritage encompasses more than just monuments and artifacts; it includes oral traditions, social practices, and the knowledge of how to make traditional crafts. These cultural assets are vital for the preservation of cultural diversity, especially in the age of globalization.
Ramadan
Ramadan is celebrated in Indonesia by Muslims in many different ways. Megibung is the Bali ritual used by Muslims to welcome the holy month. Gibung, which is "sharing", gives the name its origin. This ritual involves sitting in circle and eating together. The ritual has existed in Indonesia for centuries, and has been kept largely unchanged throughout the country.
Traditional games
Gobak Sodor is one of the most well-known traditional games in Indonesia. This is a team-based game where the players must draw boxes on the ground, then use one foot to walk from one box to another. In some areas, this game is known as Galah Asin. It is still played at many ceremonies in Indonesia today.