MADURA TRIBE
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The Madura people are an Austronesian ethnic group from the Indonesian island of Madura, known for their distinctive culture, language, and hardworking nature. They are the third-largest ethnic group in Indonesia and are associated with the dish Saté Madura and the traditional bull racing sport, Karapan Sapi. Historically, their livelihood has been based on livestock and trade due to the island's dry climate, and many are devout Sunni Muslims, though some traditions incorporate spiritual beliefs.
Madura Tribe Location
Madura Tribe Location
The Madura Island is located near Surabaya. It has 4 regencies Bangkalan, Sampang, Pamekasan, and Sumenep. These four regencies make up the island of Madura, which is located off the northeast coast of Java, Indonesia.
Madura Island lies northeast of Java Island, separated by the Madura Strait. It belongs to East Java Province, Indonesia. The island’s terrain is mostly dry, hilly, and rocky. It has low fertility soil, mostly consisting of limestone, which makes it difficult for intensive agriculture. There are also few forests, the Island mostly filled with dry shrubs, grasslands, and small trees. Madura is surrounded by the Java Sea (north) and the Madura Strait (south).It has a long coastline with many small fishing villages. The salt pans along the coast especially in Sumenep and Pamekasan, are famous and the island is often called “The Island of Salt.” The climate is tropical but very dry, especially compared to the rest of Java. It has a long dry season and limited rainfall.
Madura traditional costume
Madura traditional costume
Madura's traditional costume for men is the pesa'an, a loose-fitting outfit featuring a striped shirt (often black with red and white), a sarong, and sometimes a headband. The Sakera style is a notable version symbolizing courage, known for its red and black stripes, though other colors are also used. For women, the attire is generally a kebaya (blouse) combined with a batik sarong, which can be elaborate for ceremonial occasions.
Madura Geographical features
Madura Geographical features
Madura Island's geographical features are defined by its dry, hilly, and stony terrain, characteristic of its location in the North East Java Basin. Geologically, it is a limestone-based area with relatively low, rounded hills. Key features include beaches, and despite the general aridity, unique sites like waterfalls, limestone quarries, and a cave with glowing stalactites. The island is connected to mainland Java by the Suramadu Bridge over the Madura Strait.
MADURA TRADITONAL DANCE
MADURA TRADITONAL DANCE
Muang Sangkal dance is a traditional danceof Madura. This dance is performed for the ritual of reinforcement or distancing from danger by the Madurese. This dance is often displayed in various events such as welcoming the big guests and at other custom events. In this Mangkal Sangkal show, this will usually be done by the female dancers. The number of dancers displayed should amount to an odd number, one, three, five and odd number onwards. Also as it's a sacred dance, the dancers displayed must be in perfect condition.
Traditional Weapon of Madura
Traditional Weapon of Madura
A celurit is a traditional Indonesian sickle-like weapon and agricultural tool from Madura, characterized by its crescent-shaped blade. Primarily used for farming, it has evolved into a symbol of defiance, honor, and social status in Madurese culture, and can be used as a weapon in martial arts like Pencak Silat or for personal defense, especially during a traditional duel known as carok.
Batik Madura
Batik Madura
A traditional cultural Madurese-style of batik, a Javan art and method of producing colored designs on textile
Wood Carving
Wood Carving
Wood carving in Madura is an artistic tradition from Madura, East Java, known for intricate details, especially from the Karduluk community, which creates original designs based on imagination.
Keris
Keris
Wood carving in Madura is an artistic tradition from Madura, East Java, known for intricate details, especially from the Karduluk community, which creates original designs based on imagination.
Traditional Instruments of the Madura Tribe
Traditional Instruments of the Madura Tribe
Saronen
Saronen
A saronen is both a traditional Madurese wind instrument and the name of the folk music ensemble in which it is the featured instrument. The music is known for its lively, vigorous, and joyous nature, and is considered a key aspect of Madurese identity.
Ghâlundhâng
Ghâlundhâng
A Ghâlundhâng is a traditional Madurese musical instrument, essentially a wooden xylophone, that forms part of a gamelan ensemble specific to Madura. It is a set of pitched wooden bars that are struck with mallets to produce music.
Traditional Madura Ritiual
Traditional Madura Ritiual
MARILAH KITA PERGI KE MADURA !
MARILAH KITA PERGI KE MADURA !
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