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Climbing the Grease Pole, the Most Popular Colossal Competition During the Celebration of the Republic of Indonesia's Independence Day

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Pinang climbing is a traditional competition popular in Indonesia. It's a colossal, often large-scale event and a major attraction during Indonesian Independence Day celebrations. In this competition, several pinang trees are coated with oil and awarded with various prizes. Participants, usually in groups, must work together to climb the trees and claim the prizes. Beyond entertainment, this competition symbolizes hard work, cooperation, and the…
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Pinang climbing is a traditional competition popular in Indonesia. It's a colossal, often large-scale event and a major attraction during Indonesian Independence Day celebrations. In this competition, several pinang trees are coated with oil and awarded with various prizes. Participants, usually in groups, must work together to climb the trees and claim the prizes. Beyond entertainment, this competition symbolizes hard work, cooperation, and the…

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liputan6.com broke the news in on Thursday, July 24, 2025.
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