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Dieng celebrates traditional Javanese culture, and tolerance

In the Dieng Plateau, local traditions are preserved and Islamic beliefs are practiced. Locals say the combination is essential to their identity.

By Zahara Tiba for Khabar Southeast Asia in Dieng, Central Java

July 14, 2012

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