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Wayang Kulit – Javanese Shadow Puppetry

Wayang Kulit is the ancient Indonesian art of shadow puppetry, originating in Java and deeply rooted in Hindu-Buddhist and indigenous Javanese traditions. Using intricately carved leather puppets illuminated behind a white screen, this UNESCO-recognized art form brings epic narratives to life through masterful storytelling, gamelan music, and spiritual philosophy.

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