The legend of Nyi Roro Kidul, Queen of the south coast of Java island

The story of Nyi Roro Kidul is well known. Not only among the people of Yogyakarta and Surakarta, but on the whole island of Java. Both in Central Java, West Java and East Java. In the area of ​​Yogyakarta, the story of Nyi Roro Kidul is always connected with the story of the Kings of Mataram. While in East Java, especially in South Malang, exactly on the Beach Ngliyep, Nyi Roro Kidul was called with the title Queen of South. On the Beach Ngliyep Labuhan ceremony is also held offerings of the worshipers Nyi Roro Kidul is believed that the wealth that they get is the help Nyi Roro Kidul and his men.

That said, Nyi Roro Kidul is a beautiful queen like an angel, her beauty never faded throughout the ages. At the bottom of the South Sea, namely the ocean that used to be called the Indian Ocean - the southern island of Java, he was enthroned in a kingdom of spirits are very large and beautiful.

Who was Queen of South? Perhaps, according to who owns the story, at first was a woman, who berparas lovely, Kadita name. Because of her beauty, he is often called the Goddess Srengenge, which meant the Sun Jelita. Kadita is the daughter of King Munding Wangi. Although Kadita very beautiful face, still mourning the King has no heir that can be prepared. Only after the king marry Goddess Pearl was born a boy. However, so get more attention, Goddess Pearl began to ask the demands, among other things, ensuring he will replace his son's throne and the Goddess Kadita should be expelled from the palace. Released the first request, but to expel Kadita, King Munding Wangi not willing.

"It's outrageous," his saying. "I'm not willing to grant your petition which was infamous," he continued. Hearing this, Goddess Pearl even smile very sweet, so the anger of King, slowly disappeared. However, in the heart's second wife was smoldering resentment.

The next day, early in the morning, care of Pearl pengutus host summoned a sorcerer, the Jahil name. Commanded him, for the Goddess Kadita shipped witchcraft.

"Make her mangy and scabby," he ordered. "If successful, the great prize for you!" He continued. The Jahil menyanggupinya. In the evening, when Kadita was asleep, go into his room breeze. The wind was foul, carrion-like odor. When Kadita awoke, she screamed. Her whole body is full of scabies, purulent and highly smelled bad.

When King Munding Wangi hear this news in the morning, very sedihlah heart. In my heart to know that the illness suffered by Kadita not unusual, but witchcraft. King also had expected, so maybe Pearl who planned it. It's just that. How to prove it. In case of dizziness, the King must immediately decide.

Want to do with Kadita. At the urging of the governor, which was originally a very beautiful daughter that should be thrown away so as not to make disgrace.

So the Kadita alone, like a beggar who was expelled from the homes of the rich. His heart was shattered; berlinangan tears. But he still believes, that the Creator will not allow the creature creation persecuted each other. Mix hands will surely arrive. For that, like her grandmother had taught the deceased, that he should not hold grudges and hate those who hate it.

Day and night he walked, and been seven days and seven nights gone through time, until finally he reached the coast of the South Seas. Then stood looking at the extent of the ocean, it is like hearing a voice calling him to plunge into the sea. When he followed the call, so touched the water, his body recovered. Be it a beautiful woman like normal. Not only that, he soon mastered all the oceans and its contents and establish the kingdom of the majestic, strong, beautiful and dignified. He is now called the Queen of the South Seas.
The story of Nyi Roro Kidul is a lot of versions. There is a version of West Java, East Java and Yogyakarta.

Nyi Roro Kidul is said that it was none other than a genie who has great power. Until now there are still people looking for property with a shortcut that is by worshiping Nyi Roro Kidul. They can be abundant wealth but had to sacrifice family and will even die before their time, their souls will become slaves to the triumph of the South Sea Palace.

Prambanan,...the most beautiful temple in the world

Prambanan is a stunningly beautiful building built in the 10th century during the reign of two kings, and Rakai Rakai Pikatan Balitung. Rose as high as 47 meters (5 meters higher than Borobudur temple), the foundation of this temple has fulfilled the desire to show Hindu triumph in the land of Java. This temple is located 17 kilometers from the city center, in the middle of an area that now functions as beautiful park.

There is a legend that Javanese people always tell about this temple. Once, a man named Bandung Bondowoso loved Roro Jonggrang. Because of his love, Jonggrang asked Bondowoso make 1000 temples with statues in one night. The request was nearly fulfilled Jonggrang asked the villagers to pound rice and make a big fire that created an atmosphere like the morning. Bondowoso who only completed 999 statues cursed Jonggrang be a statue of the 1000 because he felt cheated.

Prambanan temple has three main temples in the primary yard, namely Vishnu, Brahma, and Shiva. The three temples are a symbol of Trimurti in Hindu belief. All of them face east. Each main temple has accompanying temple facing to the west, namely Nandini for Shiva, Swan to Brahma, and Garuda for Vishnu. In addition, there are 2 temples wedge, 4 color temples and 4 corner temples. In the second there are 224 temples.

Entering the Shiva temple located in the middle and the highest building, you will find a room 4. One main room contains a statue of Shiva, while the other 3 rooms each containing a statue of Durga (Shiva's wife), Agastya (Shiva's teacher), and Ganesha (Shiva's son). Durga is touted as the statue of Roro Jonggrang described in the legend above.

In the Vishnu temple is located in the north of Shiva temple, you will only see one room containing a statue of Vishnu. Brahma temple is located south of Shiva temple, you will only find one room with a statue of Brahma.

Quite attractive accompanying temple is Garuda temple that is located near the Vishnu temple. This temple keeps a story of half-bird human being named Garuda. Garuda is a mystical bird in Hindu mythology, who was gold, white face, red wings, beak and wings like eagles. It is estimated, the figure is Hindu adaptation of Bennu (means 'rises' or 'shining', usually associated with the god Re) in ancient Egyptian mythology or Phoenix in Old Greek mythology. Garuda succeeded in saving his mother from the curse of Aruna (Garuda is born handicapped brother) by stealing Tirta Amrita (holy water of the gods).

The ability to save that which was admired by many people until now and used for various purposes. Indonesia used it to sign the country. That said, the creator of the emblem of Garuda Pancasila find inspiration in this temple. Other countries also use it to sign the country is Thailand, with the same reason but the adaptation of different shape and appearance. In Thailand, Garuda is known or Krut Pha Krut.

Prambanan also has panels of relief describing the story of Ramayana. According to experts, the relief is similar to the Ramayana story is revealed through oral traditions. Another interesting relief is Kalpataru tree that the Hindu religion is considered as a tree of life, sustainability and environmental compatibility. In Prambanan, relief of Kalpataru tree is described middle flanking a lion. The existence of this tree makes experts consider that the people of the 9th century had wisdom to manage its environment.

Just as the figure of Garuda, Kalpataru is now also used for various purposes. In Indonesia, Kalpataru became a symbol of Forum for Environment (WALHI). In fact, some scientists in Bali to develop the concept of Tri Hita Karana for environment conservation by seeing Kalpataru relief in this temple. The tree of life can also be found on the mountains that used to open the puppet arts. A proof that the relief panels in Prambanan has worldwide.

If careful, you can also see various birds relief, this time a real bird. Bird reliefs at Prambanan are so natural that biologists can identify their genus. One was relief of the Yellow-crested Cockatoo (Cacatua sulphurea) that invite questions. Why, the bird was actually found only in Masakambing Island, an island in the Java Sea. Then, whether the type that were once numerous in Yogyakarta? The answer please find out for yourself. Because, until now no one who can solve the mystery.