The Epicentre of Marine Biodiversity
According to the scientists who is found 52 new species in Indonesia recently, that the Bird's Head peninsula at the western end of New Guinea Island is the epicentre of marine biodiversity. more
JAMU-Secret to better health
For the treatment of mild complaints and sometimes quite serious ailments, most Javanese and Madurese will swear on the virtues of Jamu, a traditonal herbal concoctions. Hundreds of different Jamu remedies have nearly the solution to all kinds of illnesses.
Batik
For the Javanese, beautiful hand-painted batiks are not merely pieces of clothes but carry much more significance that symbolises life itself. Different regions have their own unique style; Pekalongan with its Chinese influence design and pastel color; Batik made in Solo and Yogya are traditionally coloured blue-symbolizing earth-, brown "symbolizing fire- and white "symbolizing water and air-.
The Asmat
The Asmat people, who live along the remote southeast coast are famed for their artistic "primitive" woodcarving. Modern civilization did not reach this area until recently. Agats has an interesting museum filled with woodcarvings and other objects. Asmat crafts received a boost in the late 1960s under an United Nations supported project encouraging local craftsmen to keep their art alive.
Ampera Bridge
Ampera bridge links two parts of Palembang city. Any true 'Palembang' experience must include a river trip. Bustling floating markets and glimpses of traditional ways of life along the river will stay with you long after you return home.
The Meaning of Bangka Island
The name Bangka is derived from the word "Wangka", which means tin. This word was also written in a Sriwijaya stone inscription dated 686 AD and discovered near the town of Kota Kapur in West Bangka. Today this inscription is kept in the National Museum, Jakarta
Soekarno's Residence
The first President of Indonesia was exiled to Bengkulu by the Dutch in 1938. Today the house is a museum, containing his books, clothes, photos and his bicycle. The house is open from 8 am to 2 pm on Tuesday to Thursday, Friday from 8 am to 11 am and Saturday from 8 am to 12 pm.
Land of Thousand FO's
Bandung has thousands of textile shops. The factory outlets are shops that sell numerous well-known brands with low price. Nowadays, factory outles have become main attraction for shopping goers in Bandung.
Wayang Golek
Though wayang golek is found in Central Java, it is more prevalent in West Java, blending entertainment with religious and philosophical overtones. Like wayang Wit, most plots of wayang golek are loosely based on the Indian Ramayana epos; only very few use stories of local origin
Sundanese Culture
Like Javanese, it features an intricate system of levels to indicate degrees of respect and formality. Likewise, through there are considerable differences between Sundanese and Javanese culture, they touch with respect to forms of literature, gamelan music, dance, and wayang (puppet play). Less influenced by the strong mysticism which characterizes the Kejawen culture of Central Java, the Sundanese are more strictly Islamic.
