This shot was taken in Mount Bromo or locally known as Gunung Bromo. It is located in south of Surabaya, the capital of Java in Indonesia. The area in and around the Bromo-Tengger-Semeru National Park is inhabited by the Tenggerese, one of the few significant Hindu communities left on the island of Java. […]
The Gembira Loka Zoo Park of Yogyakarta, Indonesia
When you visit Yogyakarta you can visit a zoo that called Gembira Loka. It is located at the eastern side of Kusumanegara Street, not far away from down town. 'Gembira' means happy and 'Loka' is place. This is the only zoo in the city of Yogyakarta in Indonesia. Although effective as a zoo, Gembira Loka […]
Candi Borobudur – World’s Largest Buddhist Temple
The magnificent Borobudur temple is the world's biggest Buddhist monument. Candi Borobudur is located in Magelang on the island of central Java, and draws visitors from all over the world. This is one of world’s truly great ancient monuments, comprising well-preserved stairways, terraces, gateways and various stone reliefs. This temple becomes a center of worship […]
Kraton Ratu Boko – Yogyakarta’s Lost Masterpiece Palace Complex
Kraton Ratu Boko??is one of the fascinating ancient palace complex in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Unlike the other huge heritage of Borobudur and Prambanan temples, the Ratu Boko was destroyed – only some parts of the palace can be seen as parts of buildings. That is why it is not as famous as the other two temples. […]
Jogja Java Carnival – Showcase the Artistic Side of Javanese
Yogyakarta or locally known as Jogja, one of Indonesia's favorite tourist destination held an annual festival called Jogja Java Carnival (JJC). This is to commemorate Jogja's anniversary which falls during the 7th day of October. JJC is an art and cultural performance set in street carnival concept. It is a night carnival of street performance […]
Yogyakarta – Cradle of Javanese Culture
Yogyakarta or locally known as Yogja (often spelt and referred to in different ways such as Jogjakarta or Jogja) is located at the very heart of the premier tourist island of Java, Indonesia. This old city keeps a lot of charm in it and has a fantastic taste of Javanese cultures and traditions. Unlike the […]