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In a nutshell
The world's largest archipelago, Indonesia has many contrasting wonders. It is bordered by two oceans (the Indian and the Pacific), its land plunging deep only to rise again into volcanic peaks. The green carpet of rainforest gives way to the white sheet of snow at the Jayavijaya mountain range. Outside the capital of Jakarta, where skyscrapers and neon-lit bars signal its modernity, are hundreds of mosques and temples, the most astonishing of being Borobudur in Java-the country's single most visited attraction.
Cultural melting pot
About 300 ethnic groups comprise Indonesia's 17,508 islands. Each of these tribes has its distinct dialect, ethnicity, cuisine and culture shaped by centuries of trade and colonialism with Arabs, Indians, Chinese, Europeans, and Malays. Traditional Balinese and Javanese dances, for instance, contain fragments of Hinduism, as seen in wayang kulit (shadow puppet) shows. Although Indonesia is the largest Islamic country in terms of population, Christian, Hindu, Buddhist and Protestant traditions are observed. Bali is a different case since 93 percent of its inhabitants are Hindus. Despite the differences, Indonesians are united by one mother tongue, Bahasa and the motto: "Bhinneka Tunggal Ika" (Unity in Diversity).
Land of the dragon and the early human
The second highest biodiversity in the planet (after Brazil) is home to the world's biggest monitor lizard, the komodo, which thrives in Komodo Island. The country's white-sand beaches, dive spots, surfing destinations and wildlife reserves are considered as among the best in the world. Borneo, an island shared with Malaysia, contains the world's last remaining Asian orangutans. Indonesia is also home to the two-million-year-old Java Man or Homo Erectus. Relics of an 18,000-year-old hominid species, fondly called "hobbits," were found in the island of Flores.
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Indonesia Eco Tourism by javaindoecotour
Indonesia Eco Tourism by javaindoecotour
Indonesia Eco Tourism by javaindoecotour
Indonesia Eco Tourism by javaindoecotour
Indonesia Eco Tourism by javaindoecotour
User blogs:
Ta Marija Restaurant
In «Ta 'Marija», located in the center of the village Mosta you’ll be amazed by the welcoming atmosphere created thanks to the traditional setting of talented entertainers and warm ones. Every Wednesday and Friday after the Auto Reviews and Auto Shows that are shown in the TV, customers are invited to sing accompanied by mandolin and guitar, traditional and popular songs ... Read full Blog post
Ati-atihan in Kalibo Aklan
Ati-atihand origins ccan be traced to 1210 when refugees from Borneo would smear their faces with soot in affectionalte immitation of the Filipino natives The island of Panay in the Visayas is where this particular detail of Philipine history took place sometime ih the late 12th or early 13th century. For centuries hence, it has been commemoratged in one specific place - in Kalibo, the capital ... Read full Blog post
An Aerial fiesta in Clark Pampanga
Its a party in the sky as multi colored hot air balloons piloted ny different pilots from various partso of the world participated in this annual gathering. As early as 5am, the 2,500 hectare aviation complex at Clar Economic Zone in Pampanga was already crammedi with excitement. Clusters of hot air balloon participants busily prepare their own balloons for liftoff as they need to take advantage of ... Read full Blog post
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