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Grebeg is one form of the existing tradition in Javanesse society. In Jogjakarta, known as areas that still upholds the traditions and culture of Java. Grebeg has become an annual agenda of its own in the life of society. The main purpose Grebeg namely as a form of gratitude to God Almighty for what He has been given to us. Grebeg is hold 3 times in a year in Jogjakarta palace. The 1st is Grebeg Maulud, it is the climax of Sekaten. Held yearly on the 12th day of the 3rd month  of the Javanese calendar.The history of Grebeg Sekaten come from Wali Songo especially Sunan Kali jaga. In ancient time culture and art is very important. It is one way to introduce Religion to Indonesian people Sekaten to showed to the people if just one God. The 2nd is Big Grebeg, Held yearly at the Sultan’s Palace on the 10th day of the last month of the Javanese calendar to commenrate Abraham’s test of faith when challenged to sacrifice his one and only son. The 3rd is Grebeg Syawal, Held yearly on the 1st day of the 10th month of the Javanese calendar (Syawal) at the end of Ramadhan, (see schedule) the Muslim holy month of fasting.