Bandarlampung, July 5 -- The 12 traditional tupping masks of South Lampung Regency's Keratuan Darah Putih made their first appearance in 30 years at the 34th Krakatoa Festival in Lampung.

A cultural figure from South Lampung, Ridwan, said in Bandar Lampung on Saturday that the theme chosen by the South Lampung delegation at the festival was "Tupping Faces of Keratuan Darah Putih. "

The theme reflected the region's cultural heritage, which symbolizes grandeur, strength, patriotism, and spirituality, he added.

This time, the delegation presented 12 traditional tupping masks that are believed to have belonged to the secret warriors of Radin Inten II.

He said that in the past, the 12 masks were used as facial covers by Radin Inten II's se...