Pakuan Pajajaran, Buitenzorg and Bogor This time visitingjava wants to share some stories about Bogor, a city which located about 60 kilometers to the south of Jakarta. Many people said that Bogor is ideal for weekend escapism due to its location which simply can be reached by people of Jakarta whenever they need a fast-relaxing … Continue reading
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Kediri, City of Cigarette
Kediri centuries ago On this article, visitingjava wants to share information about Kediri. Although this city is smaller than Surabaya, Malang or other major cities in East Java province but the existance of Kediri is important for overall economic pulse in that province. Kediri city long time ago was known as an area of a … Continue reading
Surabaya, City of Heroes
Heroic History of Surabaya As the second largest cities in Indonesia, Surabaya kept many stories to share and obviously this monumental city also took an important part in Indonesian revolution during 1945. Before we talk about it, let’s back to the era where the name of Surabaya was given to this city. In the year … Continue reading
Bromo, Sacred Mountain in East Java
Bromo Mountain and East Java One of the most populous provinces in Indonesia is East Java and today we can find various tourist attractions in this province. Yes, East Java province located between Central Java (west side) and Bali (east side) so this province also ideal for many travelers from around the world who wants … Continue reading
(#DAY-2) Being Friendly with the Rain City
On 9 AM we met with our friends at Amaris Hotel just like the agreement on the day before. As we arrived there, our friends were not in their room and we met with them around 10 AM. When I asked Alex where were they from, He said that they just had a little adventure … Continue reading
Taman Sari, The Beautiful Water Castle of Yogyakarta (PART 3)
Taman Sari and the mystery of Ledok Sari This section of Taman Sari is not a lot of scars that can be seen. Therefore the description is largely derived from existing reconstruction. Previously,this section covers Complex “Dalem Pasarean Ledok Sari”and a Complex pool” Garjitawati” as well as several other buildings and parks/gardens.Pasarean Dalem Ledok Sari … Continue reading
Taman Sari, The Beautiful Water Castle of Yogyakarta (PART 2)
The Gates of Taman Sari There are some main gates that lead to the bathing complex, the western one called Gedhong Gapura Hageng and the eastern one called Gedhong Gapura Panggung. Both gates are decorated with ornaments of stylized birds and flowering foliages. “Gedhong Gaphura Hageng” is the park’s main gate of the kings of … Continue reading
Taman Sari, The Beautiful Water Castle of Yogyakarta (PART 1)
Yogyakarta is the province in Java which have many destinations to visit. Most foreign tourist and domestic tourist choose Yogyakarta as the main destination visited after Dewata Island, Bali. Starting from historical tours, temples, caves, and many more. Taman Sari is located about 2 km south within the grounds of the Kraton, Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Tamansari least … Continue reading
Baluran National Park, The Dreamland Savannah of Java
Welcome to Baluran National Park By adding Baluran National Park on your itinerary trip it would become your next adventure. This area is located in East Java, Indonesia. Almost all travelers knew Bali and East Java is the next province of Bali by crossing Bali strait to the East. This National Park is a forest … Continue reading
Kawah Ijen, The Story of Exploitation behind Exotism
Kawah Ijen Exploration I decided to stay a little bit longer to explore a less touristy mountain (Mount Ijen 2380 meters above sea level) which is further east of Java Island. First of all, it’s less touristy because it’s hard to get to. I would recommend you follow closely to what is advised in your … Continue reading