JAVA
Java is the most populous of the many islands in Indonesia. There are three distinct areas that make up the island of Java -- East Java, Central Java and West Java. Pictures from each of these areas are shown below. The island of Java has many beautiful places, so just sit back relax and enjoy.
East Java
I was born in the East Javanese city of Malang, so I am especially proud of this part of the country!
Overlooking the city of Malang
Malang Mask Dance
Candi Singosari temple in Singosari was built around 1300 A.D.
This temple is right behind our house in Singosari
Artistic masks made in East Java
Examples of other art from East Java
Jago Temple near Malang
Apples from the town of Batu are very popular!
We love to visit Batu; there is much to see and do
Jami'q Mosque in Tuban
After we were married, my husband and I lived in Tuban, within a mile of this Mosque
Mount Bromo
Bromo is undoubtedly the most popular tourist attraction in East Java. At 2392 meters, Bromo is not the highest peak on Java, but because of it's unique location and it's legends, it is certainly the most reputable. The Kasodo ceremony is held each December to commemorate the legends of Bromo.
As part of our honeymoon, my husband and I visited Bromo. The sunrise view of the crater was spectacular!
Central Java
Prambanan Temple
Borobudur
The Borobudur Hindu Temple near Yogjakarta is one of the largest, oldest and most beautiful Hindu temples in the world. There are many temples and artifacts in Central Java, but Borobudur is the key tourist attraction of the area.
West Java
Jakarta, the capital city of Indonesia is located in West Java. Another large city in West Java is Bandung.
Jalan Thamrin is the main route through downtown Jakarta.
"Monas", the National Monument, rises above downtown Jakarta.
Rice terraces in the highlands surrounding Bandung.
