Java Information
Java might not be the biggest island in Indonesia, but occupies a central place geographically, culturally, and politically. It is divided into 6 provinces. 60% of all Indonesian live in Java. It has ancient monuments, stunning natural beauty, and 2 big polluted metropolises.
The capital city of Indonesia, Jakarta, is in the north-west of the island. From every corner of the archipelago, they all come to Jakarta to make their fortune. It is the melting pot of Indonesia. Most travelers avoid it like the plague. It is a pity because Jakarta does have its own charms and a good jump off spot for Bogor, Puncak, and even Krakatau. You will find a hot–polluted-chaotic city of 15 million people. You will still have to deal with Jakarta at some point of the journey, so here are its best bits.
Kota, is the old quarter of Jakarta. The buildings were constructed during the Dutch occupation era, and some of them are now museums. Fatahilla Square boast three museums and one can always enjoy an elegant meal at the café Batavia. Jalan Surabaya in Menteng has an antique street market. Nightlife is loud and wild at Kemang, Kuningan, and Thamrin. For a walk on the wild side, most foreigners head to Blok M, in South Jakarta. It rivals Patpong (Bangkok) for number of girls per square meter.
Leaving Jakarta, and heading south one reaches Pelabuhan Ratu in West Java. Pangandaran is another lovely beach resort often ignored by tourists. Go to Pangandaran if you are not going as far as Bali. They have spectacular sun rises and sun sets. Bandung was the colonial retreat when things got too hot and muggy in Jakarta. It is the shopping fashion capital and a showcase of Sundanese culture. Cirebon has two great palaces and sumptuous Batik.
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Pangandaran Beach |
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Central Java boasts historic Yogyakarta, Solo, and the beautiful temple complexes of Borobudur and Prambanan. Borobudur and Prambanan are world heritage sites. The photographer’s and archeologist’s delight.Play grounds for wanna be Indiana Jones.
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Inside the Kraton of Yogyakarta |
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East Java has the commercial Surabaya and the beautiful volcano Mount Bromo and Gunung Semeru. The sun rise at mount Bromo is a must see. |
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Sun rise at Mount Bromo |
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Mount Bromo |
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Java might not be the biggest island in Indonesia, but occupies a central place
geographically, culturally, and politically. Divided into 6 provinces, 60% of all
Indonesian live in Java. It has ancient monuments, stunning natural beauty, and
2 big polluted metropolises. |
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JAKARTA HOTELS |
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Jakarta is a megapolis of 15 million people.
Big, crowded, dirty and full of vibrant people...More
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JOGJA HOTELS |
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Jogja or jogja is the
spiritual and cultural centre of Java. It is a city of wide streets...More
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KRAKATAU HOTELS |
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Most visitors to Java hastily leave Jakarta for Yogjakarta,
stopping only in Bandung for a few days...More
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SOLO HOTELS |
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Solo is also known as Surakarta. It is unfortunate that
most travelers treat this destination as a mere day...More
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BOGOR/PUNCAK HOTELS |
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Puncak Pass takes you 1500m above sea level. The road
from Bogor to Bandung will either enchant you...More
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SEMARANG HOTELS |
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Semarang is two very different cities. The Old Dutch colonial
area retains much of its old world charm with colonial...More
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BANDUNG HOTELS |
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Bandung rewards its visitors with cool nights, breathtaking volcanoes, superb Sundanese
food and nightlife to rival that found in Jakarta...More
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JEPARA HOTELS |
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Jepara is famed for its intricate carved teakwood furniture
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CIREBON HOTELS |
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Cirebon was founded by Sunan Gunung Jati in the 1500s.
This ancient city has 2 beautiful kratons...More
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SURABAYA HOTELS |
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Surabaya has little to offer the visitor. Jalan Pemuda
is its main district with hotels, restaurants and shopping malls...More
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PANGANDARAN HOTELS |
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Pangandaran is an often by passed beach resort situated on
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BROMO HOTELS |
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Source of legends and mystic tales, the natural beauty of Bromo is inspiring... More
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MALANG HOTELS |
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The Dutch established Malang in the 1790s to support the vast coffee plantations.
Visit the Balai Kota, Splendid Inn...More
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