Southern Banten Cultural Kingdom

The picture was taken sometime last year at the Southern Banten Cultural Kingdom, Mount Halimun, West Java.

Seen in the picture, at the background seat is Mr. Abah Anom, the cultural king at throne. The cultural kingdom is a preserved ancient tradition of the Banten people. They are living in a closed vicinity which moved every 7 years (nomad people). The people are mostly farmer and they produce rice for their own consumption. They have their own traditional school, entertainment, totally isolating the culture from modernization. The king has two 4-wheel drive vehicles though... :)

They have a crop harvest tradition called the Seren Taon event. This year event will be conducted this weekend of August 4-6. Visit the Indonesia Off-Road or 4-Wheeler group page for info on joining the event.

Have a nice trip!