Intermezzo: "Hello, everyone! How are you? Let me to introduce myself, I'm Gio from 7th grade.

Anyways,Have any of you ever visited Tangkuban Perahu Mountain in West Java? The view is so
beautiful, but do you know the origin of the legend of Tangkuban Perahu Mountain? Well, I'll present
the most popular a story with the theme:

Tangkuban Perahu Mountain

Once upon a time, in the depths of West Java, there was a kingdom ruled by a wise king. The
king had a beautiful daughter named Dayang Sumbi. Her beauty made her the target of princes from
various kingdoms.

"Dayang Sumbi, many princes come to propose to you. One of them is sure to be a good
husband for you," said a courtier.

However, Dayang Sumbi, with her wisdom and beauty, was different. She politely rejected the
proposals of the princes, as her heart had been stolen by a handsome young man named Sangkuriang,
who happened to be her own son.

"Why is my heart only for Sangkuriang?" Dayang Sumbi mumbled to herself.

Unfortunately, Sangkuriang was unaware that Dayang Sumbi was his mother. They lived
together without realizing their family connection. Sangkuriang grew into a strong and clever young
man, skilled in hunting and exploring the surrounding forests.

One day, Sangkuriang met a beautiful woman in the forest. They fell in love without knowing
that they were actually mother and son.

"Who are you that makes my heart beat so fast?" Sangkuriang asked.

"My name is Dayang Sumbi, handsome young man. I'm glad to meet you in this forest," replied
Dayang Sumbi.

Love blossomed between them without them realizing the true nature of their relationship.

"Why is my heart so touched by you?" Sangkuriang wondered.

Feeling love for Sangkuriang, Dayang Sumbi set a condition for him to prove his love - he had to
kill a ferocious wild buffalo in one night.

"Sangkuriang, I will only marry a man who can bring the head of that buffalo in one night," said
Dayang Sumbi.

"The head of a buffalo? Isn't it about building a boat?" Sangkuriang exclaimed.

"Yes, that's what I mean. Sangkuriang, if you truly love me, build this boat for us. Can you do it?"
said Dayang Sumbi.

"Of course! I'll climb mountains and cross seas for love!" Sangkuriang replied.
 Sangkuriang accepted the challenge and went to the forest with enthusiasm. With his strength
and intelligence, he successfully defeated the wild buffalo and returned to the palace. However, Dayang
Sumbi, worried about the forbidden marriage, planned something.

"Gods, help me stop this marriage!" Dayang Sumbi prayed.

On the last night, Dayang Sumbi sought the help of the gods to hasten the sunrise. Unaware of
his mother's plan, Sangkuriang returned, having built a large boat.

"Dayang Sumbi, look at what I've done! We can get married now! Hahaha!" Sangkuriang proudly
exclaimed.

However, Dayang Sumbi, realizing that Sangkuriang was her son, panicked.

"No, Sangkuriang! We can't get married. I am your mother," cried Dayang Sumbi.

Disappointed and angry, Sangkuriang hit the boat, causing it to overturn and form Mount
Tangkuban Perahu.

"You can't escape destiny, Sangkuriang. It's a difficult decision, but we can't defy the laws of
nature," said Dayang Sumbi with tears in her eyes.

Dayang Sumbi's tears witnessed the suffering of her son, and the gods felt the sadness of a
mother's love. Thus, they granted Dayang Sumbi's prayer to preserve the beauty of the surroundings of
Mount Tangkuban Perahu. Since then, Mount Tangkuban Perahu has silently witnessed the eternal story
of tragic love, anger, and natural wonders. This story has been passed down from generation to
generation as a lesson about unexpected love and wisdom, sometimes infused with comedic touches
from Sangkuriang's amusing and silly behavior in facing difficult situations.

That the End of story the conclusion that we get From the tale of Mount Tangkuban Perahu,
there are several conclusions to be drawn. Firstly, the story emphasizes the strength of love and how
destiny can alter its course. Dayang Sumbi and Sangkuriang, despite their mutual affection, must face
the impossibility of marriage due to predetermined fate. Secondly, wisdom and sacrifice are evident
through Dayang Sumbi's wise actions in handling difficult situations and her sacrifice to uphold the rules
and destiny. Thirdly, the consequences of unbridled emotions, such as Sangkuriang's anger, can have
significant impacts and transform nature, as seen in the formation of Mount Tangkuban Perahu.
Fourthly, the story teaches that life is full of tests and lessons that require wisdom to navigate. Fifthly,
the natural wonders in the story serve as a symbol of eternal love and sacrifice that transcends history.
Overall, Mount Tangkuban Perahu is not just a legend but also a cultural heritage narrative that imparts
lessons about love, destiny, and wisdom in facing life's changes and trials.