Ciokoto

West Java


Surrounded by other small villages and roads lined with palm trees and paddy fields, the tiny village of Ciokoto is the site of a large wayang golek workshop, where high-quality puppets are for sale (from 600,000Rp). It's fascinating watching the carvers bring the wood to life, and while they're working, they will probably tell stories about each puppet.


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