Pencak Silat: Indigenous combat style rooted in the 6th Century

Martial arts was recently included on UNESCO's 'Intangible Cultural Heritage' practices

Last updated: December 15, 2019 | 17:23

2 MIN READ

1/8

Pencak Silat practitioners, a martial art indigenous to Southeast Asia, practice in Jakarta.

2/8

Pencak Silat practitioners, a martial art indigenous to Southeast Asia, sparring during practice in Jakarta.

3/8

Pencak silat practitioners, a martial art indigenous to Southeast Asia, sparring during practice in Jakarta.

4/8

Pencak Silat practitioners, a martial art indigenous to Southeast Asia, taking part in a session in Jakarta.

5/8

Pencak silat practitioners, a martial art indigenous to Southeast Asia, sparring during practice in Jakarta.

6/8

Pencak Silat practitioners, a martial art indigenous to Southeast Asia, praying ahead of a practice session in Jakarta.

7/8

Pencak Silat practitioners, a martial art indigenous to Southeast Asia, taking part in a session in Jakarta.

8/8

Pencak Silat practitioners, a martial art indigenous to Southeast Asia, praying ahead of a practice session in Jakarta.

Get the latest news and updates straight to your inbox