POSBELITUNG.CO , BELITUNG - Let's enjoy Belitung! Belitung Island not only has beautiful beaches that must be visited.

This island, which is located off the east coast of Sumatra, also has a variety of cultures that are interesting to learn about.

Like Muang Jong, the ritual which usually held by the Sawang or Sekak Tribes.

The Sawang Tribe is an ethnic group whose life moves from the sea to coastal areas, located on small islands around Belitung Island and also Bangka Island.

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The Sawang Tribe in this area believes that the power of the sea will provide safety and blessings.

That's why at certain times events are held called Muang Jong or Buang Jong.

Quoted from the Wikipedia page, the Muang Jong ritual is carried out for three days and three nights in a row.

This ceremony is led by a shaman.

The implementation was then followed by all Sawang tribe people from various areas around Belitung Island.

The Muang Jong tradition is carried out every year in the local area.

The aim is as a means to ask for protection and safety for anyone who makes a living at the sea.

Quoted from various sources, this maritime ritual can be part of an expression of gratitude, rejection of evil and various affections for other sea creatures.

In general term, Muang Jong, which culminates in the ritual of throwing miniature ships and offerings into the sea, is a kind of maritime alms activity.

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Apart from that, it commemorates the spirits of their ancestors who died because of the fierce sea waves.

This tradition also serves as a means to ask for protection and safety for anyone who makes a living at sea.