Indonesia Maluku Ambon
Kota Ambon
A vibrant city famed for its rich spice history, scenic landscapes, diverse culture, and the pivotal role it played in the colonial-era spice trade.
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Of all Indonesia’s lesser-visited cities, Kota Ambon occupies a place of some distinction. It homes a handsome World Peace monument, the characterful Merdeka Field, tree-lined streets and many markets. The Al-Fatah Grand Mosque is accounted one of the prettiest in Maluku, and the city’s harbour-side setting marks it as the gateway to the spice islands of the Banda Sea.
Ambon is at its most rousing at times of celebration. The incessant snap of crackers and fireworks coats the city in a dense fog while countless swarms of bikes race around the streets, as of a thundering juggernaut revelling in chaotic abandon.
tomas.d 3 years ago
Kota Ambon Guides
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.