The Masterpiece Of Indonesia

Jepara itself is the name of a region in Central Java, Indonesia which is the center of the Jepara craftsmen. Currently, nearly 80 percent of residents of Jepara still pursue carving activities that is believed to have been there since the time of Majapahit (A big Hindu Kingdom in Indonesia) in the 13th century. Jepara carving continues to grow, both in the design, function,...

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Solo, The Real Java

Famous as a city that is fiercely proud of its Javanese traditions, the regal city of Solo or Surakarta is known throughout Indonesia as a strong upholder of Javanese culture. A visit here is a chance to connect with and take in the sights and sounds of ancient Javanese culture. You’ll need at least a few days to explore the city to wander around and discover all the...

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Eat Pray Love Showcases Bali to the World

The long awaited film version of Elizabeth Gilbert’s best selling memoirs Eat Pray Love, starring superstar Julia Robert  showcasing the beauty of Ubud to the world, premiered In New York’s Ziegfeld Theatre on Tuesday 10 August 2010. The premiere in America was also attended by co-star, Indonesia’s own celebrity Christine Hakim, and Director General for Tourism Promotion, Sapta Nirwandar. The film will open in U.S cinemas from 13 August. In Indonesia the film is expected to premier in October. Eat, Pray and Love is already a world’s...

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Prambanan, The Most Beautiful Hinduism Temple

As the largest Hindu temple in Southeast Asia, the beautiful and graceful temple of Prambanan is a magnificent spectacle and an icon of Indonesia’s cultural heritage. Located not far from the Buddhist Borobudur temple, the proximity of the two temples tells us that on Java, Buddhism and Hinduism lived peacefully next to one another. Prambanan is known locally as Roro...

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Free Marine Booklet

Published by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Marine Booklet is a comprehensive guide to plan your Surfing and Diving trip in Indonesia.Title: Marine Booklet 2007, 47 pages, full color (2007)Published by:Directorate General of MarketingThe Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Republic of IndonesiaJl. Merdeka Barat 17 Jakarta 10110.To download, you should have acrobat reader and for more simply please click right on the file and choose "save target as". http://www.indonesia.travel/download/PromotionalMaterial/images/2307_827-01facoverok.pdf...

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Tourism Indonesia Mart & Expo (TIME) 2010

TIME is the premier tourism event in Indonesia, in which top industry policy makers, practitioners, sellers and buyers of Indonesian-based tourism products and services participate. It accommodates the interests of those who sell Indonesia’s tourism products and services to the international markets. The event will feature most of Indonesia’s tourist attractions which include all popular destinations and special interests as well as top tourist facilities available in the country.TIME 2010 is also the best and most effective means for buyers...

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Tour De Bintan

Made up of three stages, the Tour de Bintan will cover in 2010 a total distance of 268km and will include various intermediate sprints for the Sprint Ace and King Of the Mountain jerseys. The Tour de Bintan will unveil to you the true Indonesia. As you ride past traditional fishing villages, dense lush green forests, beautiful unspoiled beaches, expect jubilant spectators in school uniforms, clapping and cheering at this spectacle of speed and colour never seen before. While we expect some exciting team tactics, individual...

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Barong Dance, A Part of Balinese Culture

Theater and dance is an integral part of Balinese culture. Balinese dances are famous all over the world and the Balinese themselves take them very seriously. Birthdays, weddings, and temples festivals are all occasions for dramatic performances and dance is inextricably linked with the Balinese religion. The commercial performances for tourists that are today offered on a...

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The Republic's Living History

In 1945, the Republic of Indonesia to fight hard for its independence. The fighters such as Bung Karno and other fighters collided with the tactics of the colonialists. and finally Indonesia won its independence. Want to know more about the history of life in Indonesian nation, just read this article by Widi Yunani. Her...

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