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Ancient archery finds mark in modern world

By Agence France Presse In Yogyakarta | China Daily | Updated: 2016-08-17 08:05

After decades of decline, a revival in the sport is underway

Sitting cross-legged, 68-year-old Supadmi fires an arrow across a field into a small stick target and sets a bell ringing, taking the lead in the game - an ancient form of Indonesian archery.

She was among sportsmen and women in colorful headdresses and sarongs who sent hundreds of arrows flying through the sky in unison at a recent tournament, in a festive atmosphere with blaring trumpets and tinkling percussion music.

Ancient archery finds mark in modern world

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