Folklore of the Moluccas

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The folklore of the Moluccas are legends that are believed to be sacred and mystical, which reflect the culture and lives of the indigenous people of the island of Moluccas. [1] Moluccas folklore includes such characters as Nenek Luhu, Batu Badaong, Bulu Pamali, Suanggi , Legenda Tanifai, Buaya Tembaga, Petualangan Empat Kapiten and several others. [2] While the folklore of the North Moluccas include Batu Belah, and Asal Mula Telaga Biru. [2]

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