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Indonesia

Cultural Attractions in Bali

The Kecak dance at Ulu Watu template Bali retains its own unique culture, which is probably similar to that of the other islands in the archipeligo before the Moslem conversions. Curiously, the Balinese language has no word for 'art' or 'artist.

Indonesia Travel Guide

The Tengarra Caldera with a smoking Mount Bromo rising from its floor. Mount Semeru puffs in the distance. Indonesia's vast expanse presents a unique challenge to the traveler. The nation consists of more than 10,000 inhabited islands spread across about 3,000 miles of ocean stretching from the Southeast Asian mainland down to Australia.

Komodo and Flores Mini-Guide

A Komodo dragon on the island of Rinca The 'dragons' of Komodo are famous around the world. The giant lizards, which can grow up to three meters (ten feet) in length and weigh up to 100 kilograms (220 pounds) are only found on the islands of Komodo, Rinca and Flores.

Solo Mini-Guide

The Kasunanan Palace of the Sultans of Solo The old city of Solo, formerly Surakarta, is a lot less visited than Yogyakarta. Most people only come on a day trip from the other city, but there is in fact rather a lot to see in and around the city, which makes it worth spending more than a few hours in.

Tana Toraja Travel Guide

A typical Torajan house compound in the rice fields. Tana Toraja, high in the mountains near the center of Sulawesi, is one of the few places in Indonesia where you can still see a unique culture that keeps its traditions alive, and not just for the benefit of the tourists.

The POSH Mini-Guide to Bali

Traditionally styled boat off Candidasa beach, Bali. Bali - The word is almost guaranteed to evoke a vivid image in people's minds, even among those that have never been there. The place has achieved an almost mythical status. Can any vacation destination possibly live up to such a reputation?

Yogyakarta

The entry to Candi Sewu near Yogyakarta "Yogya," as its called by the locals (sometimes "Jogja"), is a relatively small town, with very little to see in the city itself, and very little nightlife. The main sight of the city is the Kraton , the sultan's palace in the center of Yogya.