INDONESIA | Friday, 5 July 2013 | Views [237] | View Smaller Image
Main Jaran is a once a year event. Thrill seekers from nearby villages crowd the stands, climb the surrounding walls or hang on trees for a peek. Betting occupies the majority, minimum bet for locals is 50,000 rupiah (5$), foreigners must start betting at 200,000. Jockeys' parents are paid 100,000 per race, stable owners make millions.
