The heroism of Kebo Arema is little known because history books focus on the achievements of Kertanegara as the most prominent Singhasari king. Together with Mahisa Anengah, Kebo Arema conquered the Pamalayu Kingdom on Sumatra island centered in what is now known as Jambi province in order to have access to the Malacca Strait. Kebo Arema also led expansionary campaigns for Kertanegara. In the ancient book of Negarakertagama, Kebo Arema also was cited as the one who ended the Cayaraja rebellion. According to the folklore song of Panji Wijayakrama, Kebo Arema quashed a revolt by Kelana Bhayangkara until all the rebels were crushed like leaves eaten by caterpillars. The kingdom's name relates to the contemporary Singosari district of Malang Regency, located a few miles north of Malang city. The name Arema refers to a legendary figure in Malang folklore called Kebo Arema who was a knight in King Kertanegara of Singhasari's court when the latter ruled the kingdom in the 13th century. History The fabled origin of Arema's name They are considered one of the best and most successful football clubs in the country, and dons the nickname "Singo Edan" ("The Mad Lions" in Javanese). The club competes in the Liga 1, the top flight of Indonesian Football. Arema Football Club is an Indonesian professional football club based in Malang, East Java.
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