| Description |
Kerchang is a traditional game of the indigenous people of Malaysia and a cultural heritage facing extinction. As a form of cultural expression, it carries significance beyond being a mere game, playing an important part in marriage customs.
The shape of kerchang and its string signify a woman and a man, respectively. In a wedding, the bride’s father gives a kerchang to the groom, who must earn his right to marriage by solving the game’s ten stages. The way a man unpuzzles a kerchang reflects his ability to take care of his family. Kerchang is a symbol of the symbiotic relationship between traditional indigenous culture and nature |
