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What did Indonesia used to be?
Dutch East Indies
During that era, the East Indies portion now called “Indonesia” fell under Dutch colonial control and therefore was referred to as Dutch East Indies.
What do you think is the unique quality of Indonesia’s?
1. Indonesians are very creative. A love of arts and nature runs through Indonesians’ veins. Thebcountry’s diverse culture has been preserved and can be seen today as it was hundreds and thousands of years ago in traditional dances, textiles like batik and tenun, intricate carvings and more.
What does “ideal beauty” look like in Indonesia?
Indonesian PE reader Hilda shares that “ideal beauty” in Indonesia includes “having big eyes, fair complexion, fair skin, long [dark] hair, plump lips, a sharp nose, and a slim body with curves.”. “Syahrini” (Rini Fatimah Jaelani) is a popular Indonesian singer — and not surprisingly, she embodies these very features.
What does a typical Indonesian household look like?
Some households even consist of extended family — you’ll see grandparents, aunties, uncles, and nieces living together or staying in the same neighborhood just to be close to each other. When in Indonesia, you’ll see Balinese present their offerings first thing in the morning, or employees dropping everything for prayer time.
What are the characteristics of Indonesian culture?
Indonesians are collective Since its earliest history, Indonesians have always been communal. Farmers work together to cultivate their lands and manage resources, villages keep close-knit communities and take care of each other, and cultural values push forward principles of collectivism.
Why do Indonesians love art so much?
Indonesians love making and performing arts. Indonesia’s rich culture begets so many inspired works of art — paintings, sculpture, music, dance, theatre, and more. From the ancient times to contemporary era, Indonesian artists keep drawing inspiration from the archipelago’s culture, values, and nature, ensuring the art scene stays alive