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Boat Science from Citarum

At an advanced age, Abah Karun, 61, always keeps his spirits to hone his expertise in wooden boat building.

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Cornelius Helmy
· 5 minutes read
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KOMPAS/CORNELIUS HELMY HERLAMBANG

Abah Karun

At an advanced age, Abah Karun, 61, always keeps his spirits to hone his expertise in wooden boat building. For decades, his boats have enhanced his welfare and at the same time saved the lives of people caught in the Citarum flooding.

The shelter in Mekarsari village, Baleendah, Bandung regency, hardly resembles a boat workshop. Measuring 6 by 4 meters, it is only supported by four decrepit bamboo stems. The shed has no walls and its roof is composed of used banners strewn by torn parts.

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naranasrullah
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