A Short History of Indonesian Independence Day
After this thrilling moment, Indonesia officially got its independence. Soekarno was elected as President of Indonesia and Mohammad Hatta as Vice President.
What Happens on Independence Day?
Preparations for Independence Day begin as August rolls around. Knick knacks of red and white will begin to appear on the streets and buildings. The words Dirgahayu RI and the Republic of Indonesia’s Anniversary are found everywhere.
On the night of August 16th, especially in Java, a ‘thanksgiving’ evening is held where people will gather and pray for Indonesia.
The next morning, on August 17th, ceremonies are shown on TV and a national holiday means shops and businesses are often closed. In the local neighborhoods, children (and sometimes adults too) will play games such as lomba makan krupuk (cracker eating contests), balap karung (sack races), panjat pinang (climbing competitions), lomba tarik tambak (tug of war) and lomba pukul air (eye-closed water pinata competitions).
In the afternoon, at the Presidential Palace, a flag lowering ceremony is held. But it doesn’t mean the celebration is over, the splendor of nationalism will last until the end of August.
Di Balik Ramainya Publik Soroti Ijazah Gibran, Kampus Top Dunia Pajang Ijazah Wapres RI
Di balik ramainya publik memperbincangkan dan soroti terkait sengketa ijazah Wakil Presiden (Wapres) RI, Gibran Rakabuming Raka di Indonesia. Kampus top dunia
