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JAVA
The island of Java has over 30 volcanoes, most of them active.  I took this picture from the air.  Thank you, Garuda.
Yogyakarta (or Yogya)
In central Java, Yogya is the island's cultural heart.  It's leader is a Sultan, who is also the regional Governor.
The Sultan lives in his dynasty's palace, the Kraton, which is open to the public
Sultan Hamengkubuwono X
The Sultan is a Moslem ruler who must also respect traditional Javanese mystic spiritual beliefs.  Thus, the Kraton Palace has many protectors & guardians. 
Golden ceiling in the Kraton museum honoring the Sultan's father, who was extremely popular for opposing both the Japanese occupation during World War II and Dutch colonialism.
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