Indonesia tourism and travel guide
Overview
Indonesia is a country in Southeast Asia, located between the Indian and Pacific oceans. It is the world's largest island country with over seventeen thousand islands spanning from South East Asia across to Oceania and home to over 261 million people. It is ranked as one of the fastest growing tourist destinations in the world. Indonesia is a country with a unique and diverse culture, breathtaking beaches and mountains and one of its kind flora and fauna. From the lush rice fields and gorgeous waterfalls in Bali to ancient and iconic temples in Java, to the deep jungles with extraordinary wildlife in Sumatra, Indonesia is a country that remains to a great extent unexplored yet.
+moreHistorically Indonesia has been home to a variety of different cultures that coexisted and thrived together. These different cultures make the country a colorful and diverse place for locals as well as for visitors. A lot of Hindu and Buddhist empires reigned over the islands as early as 2nd century AD. They built grand religious monuments and temples such as Borobudur, Sewu and Prambanan. This era was marked as the renaissance period of Hindu-Buddhist art in ancient Java. Candi Prambanan is the largest temple complex uncovered in Indonesia. The temple has intricate carvings on the walls to pictorially describe events from the Epic Ramayana. Later Muslim and Christian missions to the island introduced and established the two religions in the country. For most parts, Islam and Christianity overlaid and mixed with existing cultures which shaped the Indonesian society in unthinkable ways.
Indonesia is the most populous Muslim majority country on earth. The cultural archipelago of the country spans over two millennia with influences from India, Arabs, China, and Europe. No trip to Indonesia is complete without attending some of the main festivals."Nyepi", that marks the beginning of the New Year according to the Balinese calendar. The "Jember Fashion Carnival" celebrates the fashion trends of Indonesia. This festival is seen as an icon for the contemporary Java culture. Thousands of individuals from kindergarten to the general public come together and participate in this amazing carnival with drums, flutes and many instruments. Festivals like "Sekaten", "Waisak" and "Galungan" celebrate Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism respectively. All of them marks the birth of the important deities of the respective religions
Indonesia generates a significant amount of its national income from tourism. With over 17000 islands there is always something new for everyone in Indonesia.
Mount Brom: is an incredible site to catch a sunset surrounded by mist and a beautiful volcano. The blue fire emitted from the lake at night at Ijen Sulphur mines is also a popular tourist attraction now. Imagine scuba diving with dolphins, manta rays and underwater natives, experience it in Batu Batong. Visit the famous Tanah Lot temple along the south coast of Bali, especially for the sunset view and the Gili Islands for catching glimpses of huge turtles. Indonesia has 8 UNESCO heritage sites so be sure to check them out. The Borobudur and Prambanan temples are a must. Visit the Komodo National Park, home to the incredible huge lizards and other fauna. The rainforests of Sumatra are a must-visit for all nature lovers. It is a safari and wildlife dream experience with leopards, tigers, and elephants in their natural habitat.
The Jellyfish Lake in Borneo is a one of a kind inland lake where you can swim with colorful jellyfishes. The sting of a jellyfish is so weak that it does not affect a human being. This is one of the most unique activities one can indulge in Indonesia. Borneo is famous for its wildlife. A chance to see orangutans in their natural surroundings is not something to be missed. The Toraja land in Sulawesi is famous for its ancient rituals. Go and witness the famous Toraja land funeral ceremony which can last several days. The 1000 islands is a short boat ride away from Jakarta. Overwater bungalows, underground tunnel aquariums, and beaches make this the Maldives of Indonesia.
Diving sites: Indonesia offers the best diving sites on earth and there is no shortage of places to learn diving. Other popular activities for visitors include cooking classes and surfing. Learn to cook all the amazing dishes from the local masters themselves. Surfing courses are also very popular among tourists. Kuta in Lombok and Maluk and Lakey in Sumbawa are the go-to places to learn Surfing.
Indonesia uses a 230V AC power outlet. Invest in a universal travel adapter to avoid buying new adaptors everywhere you go. One US Dollar is equal to around 14400 Indonesian Rupiah. Indonesia ha visa on arrival for 169 country's valid for 30 days. Visa can be renewed and extended if you wish to stay longer in the country. In every tourist area, you will be able to speak and use English. The further you go, the level of English lowers. It’s a rule of thumb that no matter wherever you go, you will be able to find people working in the hospitality and tourism sectors speaking in English. The local language is called Bahasa. Traveling in Indonesia can be both cheap and expensive as you want.
Bali: Bali is a classic retreat from the chaos of the western world. Visit Indonesia to experiment with new thoughts and things. It is a great place far away from all the madness of the world to find and reflect upon the real you.
Located around the equator, Indonesia only has two seasons - a dry and a wet season. There are no extremes of summer and winter here. There is an old saying that the weather is always good in Indonesia. The beaches of Bali, the Flores valley, the volcanoes of Sumbawa and Komodo national park are the prime example of the natural beauty of the islands. Surrounded by water from all sides, Indonesia has a wide variety of aquatic fauna that visitors can see and explore, especially ones who take up activities like scuba diving and surfing. The country also houses species that are native to Indonesia only such as the Komodo dragon, orangutans and the colorful Birds of paradise.
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