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In 2003 an internet search found more than 2600 sites or pages, in more than six languages, referencing Ratu Kidul. This is more than some popular celebrities have, and the number continues to increase, with more sites being added every month. However, one would usually find very little historical information beyond the oral tradition which has been passed down through generations and gets less informative over time.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://martinifisher.com/2017/07/29/she-survived-and-still-very-much-the-queen-javas-ratu-kidul-and-the-tradition-of-ocean-goddesses/
In 2003 an internet search found more than 2600 sites or pages, in more than six languages, referencing Ratu Kidul. This is more than some popular celebrities have, and the number continues to increase, with more sites being added every month. However, one would usually find very little historical information beyond the oral tradition which has been passed down through generations and gets less informative over time.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://martinifisher.com/2017/07/29/she-survived-and-still-very-much-the-queen-javas-ratu-kidul-and-the-tradition-of-ocean-goddesses/
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