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Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Indonesia: Pilgrims flock to have sex at Islamic holy site


A bizarre story of an affair between a runaway young prince and his step mother who were caught, killed and buried sounds like an x-rated Disney movie, but instead it's a myth that has led to thousands of Indonesians having sex with strangers in the hopes of getting some good luck.

An ancient ritual dating back to the 16th century, thousands of people – many of whom consider themselves devout Muslims – flock to the Gunung Kemukus, otherwise known as 'Sex Mountain' in Central Java to find a partner. Read more

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In Muslim Indonesia, throngs of people are seeking salvation at a shrine to anonymous sex
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Photo: Rebecca Henschke

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