Indonesia
The Culture of Indonesia
Indonesia's primary religion is Islam; about 88% of Indonesians consider themselves Muslim. Other religions exercised in the country are Buddhism, Catholicism, Confucianism, Hinduism and Protestantism.
With respect to music, Kroncong is a musical style that applies guitars and ukuleles as the primary musical instruments. This style is originated in Portugal and brought in by Portuguese traders in 15th century. Sasando music comes from the province of East Nusa Tenggara. It is accompanied by an instrument made up of split leaf of the Lontar palm, which contains some likenesses to a harp.
Kenyah mural painting in Long Nawang, East Kalimantan is usually found among Austronesian cultures, indigenous natural motives such as dogs, ferns, hornbills, trees and human figures.
There are several varieties of traditional games like bull races in Madura, cockfighting in Bali and stone jumping in Nias. Another kind of national sport is sepak takraw, which is started in Melaka. The patterns are alike to volleyball: to maintain the rattan ball in the air by using the players' feet.
Rice is served as the main dish for most native Indonesians, with side dishes such as meat and vegetables. Indonesian dishes are commonly spicy by using chili peppers and spices. Some of the most popular dishes are Satay, nasi goreng, Nasi Padang, tofu and tempe.
