JAKARTA, Indonesia (MNTV) – – Eid al-Fitr, known locally as Lebaran, is one of Indonesia’s most anticipated celebrations.
Beyond marking the end of Ramadan fasting, the holiday is steeped in traditions that have been passed down for generations and remain central to the nation’s cultural identity.
Mudik (homecoming travel)
In the days before Eid, millions of Indonesians leave major cities to return to their hometowns.
Despite long and tiring journeys, families reunite to celebrate together. The annual travel, known as mudik, is among the largest in the world, prompting months of government preparation with extra transport services and security…