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Bandung

Bandung

Bandung Where Two Continents Meet Worldwide, Bandung is better known today for its historic Bandung Conference, – otherwise known as the first Asian-African Conference in 1955, that brought together 29 newly independent countries from the two continents representing over half of the world’s population. Delegations were headed by legendary leaders …

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Serang

Serang

Serang Serang is the capital of Banten Province which formerly the administrative center of the broader Serang Regency, when Banten was still part of West Java. Serang is the center of the provincial government and business activities, and also the gate to some of the most spellbinding wonders of Banten …

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Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park

Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park

Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park The Land of Sand and Fire Video by Merrwatson Being the largest volcanic region in the province, Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park covers a massive area of 800 square km in the center of East Java. Visitors who have an eager interest in volcanic activities …

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Splendor of Surabaya City

Splendor of Surabaya City

Splendor of Surabaya City This city used to be the trading hub for the illustrious inland empires of Java. Situated on the mouth of the Brantas River, today Surabaya is a modern industrial city, considered the economic and trading center of Eastern Java as well as home to the nation’s navy. …

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Baluran National Park

Baluran National Park

Baluran National Park In stark contrast to the lush green scenery found elsewhere on the island of Java, the Baluran National Park, located on the east-most edge of Java, consists predominantly of open savannahs, where wildlife roams free. Here one can watch grazing, the large Javan water buffaloes called “banteng”, …

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Nglanggeran Tourism Village in Yogyakarta

Nglanggeran Tourism Village in Yogyakarta

Nglanggeran Tourism Village in Yogyakarta Within the Gunungkidul Regency in Yogyakarta Province lies the charming Desa Wisata Gunung Api Purba Nglanggeran, or simply Desa Wisata Nglanggeran (Nglanggeran Tourism Village). Once you step foot in the area, you will be greeted by super friendly locals who welcome you and speak of …

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Nusa Kambangan Island

Nusa Kambangan Island

Nusa Kambangan Island Have you ever imagine traveling to an island of prisoners? Nusa Kambangan is the Alcatraz of Indonesia. This island is a secured prison for renowned criminals, political prisoners, drug traffickers, terrorists and those convicted in high profile corruption cases. Historically, during the Dutch colonization period in the …

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Mount Halimun

Mount Halimun

Mount Halimun Halimun is a Sundanese Language translated as “mist”. The higher part of Mount Halimun, which resides in the north area, is almost always clouded by mist with a soaring elevation of 1,929 meters. traveling to this highlands will give you a chance to inhale the refreshing cool air …

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Jakarta

Jakarta

Jakarta Jakarta is the capital city of the Republic of Indonesia. Jakarta is a huge, sprawling metropolis, home to over 10 million people with diverse ethnic group backgrounds from all over Indonesia. During the day, the number increases with commuters making their way to work in the city and flock …

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Seribu Archipelago

Seribu Archipelago

Seribu Archipelago If you’re longing to have a short escape from the busy side of Jakarta, KepulauanSeribu or the Thousand Islands is the perfect place for you! There are 108 islands in KepulauanSeribu, located in the northern coast of Jakarta, but only 11 of those are inhabited and 36 may …

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