Indonesian culture includes a variety of religions. The central Java region is largely Muslim. You can find Christian and Islamic universities across the street from one another. You can also find Hindu temples like Borobudur, which attract throngs of tourists. In Indonesia, there are strong family traditions.
Islam
Islam is Indonesia's predominant religion. Most Indonesian Muslims are Sunni. However, there is a small percentage of Shia Muslims living in Jakarta. And there are approximately 400,000 Ahmadi Muslims. Indonesia, although 85% of Indonesians are Muslims, is not a secular Islamic country. Only six religions are recognized by the country's Constitution. Most Indonesians identify closer to their nationality rather than with their religion.
Gamelan
Gamelan is an Indonesian music ensemble that plays traditional Indonesian music. It is composed mainly of percussion instruments, but it can also include string instruments, wind instruments, and vocals. The ensemble also includes dancers. These instruments are usually arranged in a particular pattern on the ground and include three types of double-sided drums and a xylophone.
Batik
Batik is an important part Indonesian culture. Batik is an ancient art form and has been used for hundreds of years. Its rich patterns show the integration of many cultures. According to UNESCO's definition of cultural heritage, it encompasses more that monuments and artifacts. They also include oral traditions, social practices, as well as the ability 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 by Indonesian Muslims in a variety ways. In Bali, for example, Muslims welcome the holy month with a ritual called Megibung. The name gibung means "sharing" and is what gave it its name. The ritual involves sitting together in groups and sharing meals. The Indonesian version of the ritual has been around for centuries. It has remained largely unchanged across the country.
Traditional games
Gobak Sodor (a traditional Indonesian game) is one of its most popular. It is a team game that requires the players to draw boxes on the ground and walk from one box to the other using only one foot. Galah Asin may also be known for this game. It is still used in ceremonies throughout Indonesia today.