Indonesia Maluku
Banda Neira
A small volcanic island known for its rich colonial history, spices, and coral reefs, part of an archipelago in the central eastern part of Indonesia.
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As lost as lost can be, the Banda Islands lie dormant in the ocean bearing their name. In this obscure corner of southern Maluku, life moves a half-pace out of sync with everywhere else in Indonesia.
Sleepy Banda Neira, famed as a source of spices in colonial times and set within the shadow of volcanic Gunung Api, typifies this unique atmosphere, where nothing works as it should. With transport often cancelled due to unpredictable weather, Banda is free to work its gentle magic, where a warm welcome, flower-filled streets, jungles, ancient forts and isolated beaches etch themselves onto visitors' hearts.
tomas.d 3 years ago
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Aimless Wandering: Prime Indonesian Locations to Get Lost In
tomas.d (Tom D) One of the lesser-heralded joys of visiting Indonesia is that of exploring without purpose. Simply turning up somewhere new and heading into the sprawl with no set plan represents a rare kind of excitement, one rewarded by a treasure trove of unexpected delights showcasing the uniquely complex charms of the archipelago. Indonesia is littered with such places: on the off-chance that visitors find themselves with some time to spare, they will encounter sleepy towns, raging bulls, gloriously beautiful mosques, vibrant festivals and plenty more besides.