6 Myths Behind the Beauty of Telaga Sarangan, Giant Dragon Snakes to the Cause of Broken Lover's Relationship

Kapanlagi.com - Telaga Sarangan is a popular tourist destination from ancient times to the present. This natural lake is located on the slopes of Mount Lawu, precisely in Plaosan Subdistrict, Magetan Regency, East Java.

The land elevation in this area reaches 1,200 meters above sea level, surrounded by lush trees, making the atmosphere around Telaga Sarangan very cold and refreshing. With an area of ​​around 30 hectares, there is a small island in the middle of the lake that complements the beauty of Telaga Sarangan.

Having beauty and cool air, it turns out that Telaga Sarangan also has many mysteries and myths that are not widely known. What are the myths that exist in Telaga Sarangan?

1. Myth of the Giant Dragon Snake

It is believed that there are two giant dragon snakes in Sarangan Lake, which caused the formation of this lake. Allegedly, there was a married couple who worked as cartographers named Kiyai Jalilung and Nyai Jailung. When the husband was starving because he was not sent any food by his wife, he searched for other food and eventually found a pile of giant eggs. He then burned and ate the eggs. Even though he hadn't finished eating the eggs, he already felt full and there was still half of the eggs left. Then, his wife came and ate the remaining eggs until they were finished.

Shortly after, their bodies felt hot and they immediately threw themselves into the nearest fountain. Gradually, they transformed into giant writhing dragons and the small fountain widened and became the lake now known as Sarangan Lake.

2. Myth of Failed Lovers Relationship

If two lovers are near Telaga Sarangan, they will be affected by the mystical radiation from that place, in the form of a curse on their relationship, especially for those who are unmarried or dating. This myth has long been believed by the community and has been a topic of conversation among young people since ancient times until now.

It is proven by the testimony of several couples who used to be in love at Telaga Sarangan, the next day or in the near future their relationship ended abruptly. However, there are some who got married but eventually couldn't maintain marital harmony and ended up divorcing. Therefore, it is not recommended for anyone who has a boyfriend or girlfriend or partner to visit Telaga Sarangan. So, Telaga Sarangan is only intended for singles who are looking for a partner.

3. The Myth of Ngebleng Ritual

In Telaga Sarangan, rituals are often performed every year to honor Nyai Jailung and Kiyai Jalilung, who are believed to be the guardians of Telaga Sarangan. Every Jum'at keliwon in the month of rewah, the area around Telaga Sarangan is always crowded with elders and native residents of Sarangan who spread offerings into the lake.

This ritual aims to ward off disaster and pay respect to the ancestral spirits. In this ritual, they usually throw away all offerings in the form of agricultural and livestock products. During the ritual, the mystical aura is very strong and there are often terrifying apparitions.

4. The Mystery of the Strange Hole

This mystery is the appearance of a strange hole that sucks the water from the lake to the bottom of the hole. The exact nature of this mystery is still unknown. However, in this photo, it looks very real and genuine. Could there be cracks in the ground at the bottom of the lake or is it the work of a giant serpent guardian of Telaga Sarangan? All of this is still mysterious.

5. Mysterious Fog Myths

At certain times, thick fog envelops Telaga Sarangan and even touches the water of the lake. It is very mysterious and terrifying, leaving many visitors in awe and fear when this phenomenon occurs.

6. Myths of the Unfelling Tree

In Telaga Sarangan, there is a rare tree called the liwung tree. This liwung tree has a shape similar to a betel nut tree and does not have branches. According to the circulating myths of Telaga Sarangan, this tree cannot be felled at all. It is said that in the past, someone wanted to cut down the liwung tree. However, when they were about to do so, the liwung tree disappeared without a trace.

KLovers, these are a series of myths about Telaga Sarangan. Whether they are true or not, it depends on each person's beliefs. One thing is certain, Telaga Sarangan is one of the beautiful and comfortable tourist destinations to visit.

(kpl/ums)