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&sq=&lang=&file=File:Barong,_Pura_Taman_Ayun_1501.jpg) Barong, a Balinese mythological creature | |
| Country | Indonesia |
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| Region | Bali |
Barong (Balinese: ᬩᬭᭀᬂ) is a panther-like creature and character in the Balinese mythology of Bali, Indonesia. He is the king of the spirits, leader of the hosts of good, and enemy of Rangda, the demon queen and mother of all spirit guarders in the mythological traditions of Bali. The battle between Barong and Rangda is featured in the Barong dance to represent the eternal battle between good and evil.[1]
- ^ indo.com (2001). "The Barong Dance of Bali". indo.com. Retrieved 2012-01-17.