Indonesia

East Java

A region in Indonesia known for Mount Bromo, the city of Surabaya, and a rich cultural heritage, including Batik and traditional dance.

East Java Guides

  • Indonesia: 8 Interesting places to explore other than Bali

    the.vagrant.optimist (Josh Wicks)
    Indonesia has a lot more to offer than nasi garang and cheap Billibong shirts. Check out this list of interesting cities to explore. Pro Tip: If you're a musician, send some impressive demos to promoters in Indonesia. Build relations and then propose a tour. "It's all happening."
  • 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.

East Java Articles

  • 3 of the Best Islands in Indonesia (Other Than Bali)

    For a large number of travelers, Indonesia is Bali. Accounting for over 60% of tourist travel to the country, there are countless things to do in Bali thanks to its incredible beaches, emerald-green rice fields, cascading waterfalls, as well as its unique cultural, spiritual and artistic treasures. But with over 17,000 islands that host some […]

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