Boyolali

from jawa

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From jawa

Definition

A regency in Central Java, Indonesia

Etymology

Derived from the Javanese words 'baya' (danger) and 'lali' (forget). The name is associated with the legend of Ki Ageng Pantjaran, who advised people not to forget danger, eventually becoming the region's identity.

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