West Java

A province in Indonesia known for its volcanic landscape, rich Sundanese culture, the city of Bandung, and traditional Angklung music.

West Java Guides

Tradition and Lore: Eight Intriguing Sites in Indonesia
tomas.d (Tom D)
Whilst Indonesia has plenty to entice visitors, it is the hidden depths that often offer the most compelling allure. The depth and breadth of folklore and history mirror the cultural diversity across the archipelago, from the northern tip of Sumatra to West Papua’s border with Papua New Guinea, and indicate the influence of long-held customs. Magnify this across innumerable religions, languages, cultures and islands to have some idea of the myriad stories that only begin to scratch the surface of Indonesia’s mythology and teach lessons to those willing to learn. Here are eight such examples.
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."

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 […]

Read more...