Supplementary Issue CONSULATE GENERAL of the REPUBLIC of INDONESIA, MUMBAI, INDIA
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INDONESIA January 2011 Issue No. 1 Supplementary Issue CONSULATE GENERAL OF THE REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA, MUMBAI, INDIA Welcome to Indonesia “Ultimate in Diversity” Tourist Attractions in Indonesia : If you plan your holidays in Indonesia Indonesia is the largest archipelago and the fourth most populous country in the world. Consisting of five main islands (Sumatra, Java, Kalimantan, Sulawesi, and Papua) with 33 provincies, 30 smaller archipelagos, it has a total 17.508 islands of which about 6.000 are inhabited. It stretches 5.150 km between the Australian and Asian continental mainland and devides the Pacific and Indian Oceans at the Equator. The name Indonesia is composed of two Greek words: ‘Indos’ which means Indian and ‘nesos’ meaning islands. The capital city ofIndonesia is Jakarta. It's never enough to explore Indonesia in a short of time; while there are so many beautiful places of interests and so many exciting activities you can do. Let's visit Indonesia in diversity. SUMATRA : Sumatra is the fifth largest island in the world and Indonesia’s second largest. It’s an island of diverse attractions; from natural wonders to fascinating rituals and traditions belonging to several ethnic groups that make up the island’s indigenous population. There’s nothing tame or gentle about the island. The landscape unfolds into majestic volcanoes, thick jungles, sculpted canyons, mighty rivers, waterfalls, exotic beaches and idyllic crater lakes, such as Toba, Maninjau and Kerinci. Sumatra is also famous for its wildlife. National Parks, reserves, and rehabilitation centers protect native animals, such as tigers, elephants, orang utans and crocodiles, as well as plants, such as the giant rafflesia.From one end of the island to the other, different ethnic groups keep alive distinct cultures. In the north, surrounding Lake Toba, live the Bataks who are known for their musical and vocal talents. To the west are the Nias Islands with their amazing megaliths and stone monuments. On the mainland, the western region is home to the Minangkabau people who follow a unique matriachal tradition. North Sumatra : Museums: Simalungun Museum, Pematang Siantar. Cultural & Heritage Sites: Maimoon Palace. Medan; Mesjid Raya (Grand Mosque); Sri Mariamman Temple Kampung Keling, Medan; Gunung Timur Temple. Medan, Batak Karo Village; Tomok & Arnbanta Villages, Samosir Island; Bawomataluwo, Nias land. Nature & Scenic Attractions:Lake Toba and Samosir Island; Sipisopiso Waterfall; Mounts Sinabung & Sibayak: Gundaling & Brastagi, Alas River. Traditional Markets: Fruit Market, Brastagi. Zoos & Parks: Sibolangit Botanical Garden, Brastagi; Asam Kumbang Crocodile Farm; Orang Utan Rehabilitation Center, Bukit Lawang. West Sumatra : Cultural & Heritage Sites: Pandai Sikek, Bukittinggl, Minangkabau Old Village, Padang Panjang. Nature & Scenic Attractions: Bukittinggi Highlands; Palupuh Village; Ngalau Pangian Cave; Harau Canyon.Payakumbuh; Lembah Anal Reserve, Padang Panjang. Lake Maninjau; Lake Singkarang; Sianok Canyon, Bukittinggi; Mentawai Islands. South & Eastern : Cultural & Heritage Sites: Rantau Panjang Old Village, Jambi. Nature & Scenic Attractions: Mount & Lake Kerinci; Fort, Marlborough, Bengkulu; Krakatau Volcano, Lampung. Beach & Islands: Tanjung Kelayang Beach-Bangka Belitung. How to get there : NANGGROE ACEH DARUSSALAM : Only 45 minutes from Medan and 21/2 hours from Jakarta, by plane. NORTH SUMATRA : Regular bus is available from the Trans Sumatra Bus Station on Jalan Sisingamangaraja. Medan: regular flight from Singapore Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Amsterdam, Vienna and Jakarta from Palonia Airport, Medan. Belawan Seaport also links Belawan with Penang, Malaysia. WEST SUMATRA : How to get there Padang’s Tabing Airport is the main gateway to West Sumatra and is saviced by most domestic airlines: by PELNI ship “Kerinci” which sails every two weeks to and from Teluk Bayur Harbor, Padang and Tanjung Priok, Jakarta. Regular bus services run between Padang, Bukittinggi and other major cities of Sumatra, as well as Jakarta, via the Trans Sumatra Highway. SOUTH & EASTERN SUMATRA : How to get there: Airports in the region serve airlines that have a broad domestic network. Buses that run the Trans Sumatra Highway also arrive at most of the cities in the region. JAVA : Among the archipelago’s five major islands, Java is the most populated. Its geography and topography are as diverse as its culture. Unspoiled tropical beaches, jungles and active volcanoes border lush paddy fields, and crowded cities are surrounded by quiet villages. The island is divided into four provinces: Banten, West, Central and East, including the special territories of Jakarta, the country’s capital, and Yogyakarta, a 300 year-old Javanese sultanate. The western-most region of Java is under the administration of Banten province, and is the gateway to Sumatra. A coastal region, the culture and traditions of the Banten reflect Chinese and Arab influences brought by foreign traders. Off the coast in the Sunda Strait, smoldering Krakatau volcano belies the powerful force within. Banten’s historical sites are located close to one another and give a glimpse of the old Sultanate’s glory days. Many resorts, such as Anyer, Carita and Labuan, have developed along the coastline, and are the favorite holiday retreat for Jakartans. Further inland in the Lebak Regency, go on an adventurous trek in the Kendeng highlands and meet the isolated Baduy tribe. Jakarta, the nation’s capital, is located on the northwest coast of Java. This bustling city is the center of government, business and commerce with a myriad of attractions that cater to a wide range of interests, from museums and cultural attractions, to shopping and fun family recreation. Surrounding Jakarta on three sides, West Java is land of the easy-going Sundanese. Most of the region is lush and mountaineous, offering a host of exciting outdoor and nature attractions. For a truly authentic Sundanese experience, join an angklung workshop in Bandung or enjoy a delicious Sundanese meal among lush surroundings in the Parahyangan highlands. Banten : Heritage & Cultural Sites: The Great Mosque, Fort Speelwijk, the ruins of the Surosowan and Kaibon Palaces, Chinese Temple. Beaches: Anyer, Carita, Tanjung Lesung. Parks: Ujung Kulon, Pulau Dua, Pulau Burung, Pulau Peucang. Nature & Scenic Attraction: Krakatau Volcano, Banten southern coast. Handicraft Villages: Taman Jaya (woodcarving); Rangkas Bitung (opal), Bumi Jaya (pottery). Jakarta : Museums: National Museum (Museum Gajah); Puppet Museum (Museum Wayang); Museum Bahari; Jakarta Historical Museum (Museum Fatahillah) Jakarta Fine Arts and Ceramic Museum; Textile Museum. Recreation Sites: Ancol Dreamland and Amusement Park, Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, Nasional Monument (Monas),Sunda Kelapa. Shoping: Kelapa Gading Mall, Ancol Art Market. Plaza Indonesia, Jalan Surabaya Antique & Flea Market, Kemang Galleries and Art Shops, Mal Taman Anggrek. Gardens: Slipi Orchid Garden. West Java : Cultural & Heritage Sites: Keraton Kasepuhan. Sultan Keprabon & Kecirebonan, Cirebon; Baduy Village. Banten. Museums: Geological Museum, Bandung; Lembang Observatory. Beaches: Carita Beach, Pandeglang; Pelabuhan Ratu, Sukabumi. Parks & Zoo: Kebun Raya Botanical Garden, Bogor; Taman Safari Zoological Park, Cibodas; Ujung Kulon National Park. Nature & Scenic Attractions: Mount Gede-Pangrango National Park, Puncak, Ciater Hot Springs; Pangandaran Nature Reserve. Shopping: Factory Outlets & Cihampelas City Walk, Bandung. Central Java & Yogyakarta : Museums & Galleries : Ambarawa Railway Museum, Ambarawa. Affandi Gallery, Yogyakarta; Batik Research, Yogyakarta; Biology Museum, Yogyakarta, Sonobudoyo Museum, Yogyakarta. Heritage & Cultural Sites: Borobudur Temple, Magelang. Prambanan Temple, Yogyakarta; Kraton Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat & Kraton Pakualaman, Yogyakarta; Kraton Mangkunegaran & Surakarta, Solo; Sangiran Prehistoric Site, Sragen. Beaches: Parangtritis Beach, Yogyakarta. Parks: Sriwedari Park, Solo; Alun-alun, Yogyakarta; Tamansari Water Castle. Yogyakarta Market & Art Shops: Klewer Market and Batik Factories, Solo; Kotagede Silvercrafts, Yogyakarta; Jalan Malioboro. Yogyakarta. Nature & Scenic Atttraction : Dieng Plateau, Wonosobo Art Performances Ngesti Pendowo Dance Theater, Semarang; Ramayana Ballet, Prambanan Temple. East Java : Heritage & Cultural Sites : Kwang Sing Bio Temple, Tuban; Jawi Temple, Pandaan; Penataran Temple. Beaches : Tabuhan Island, Banyuwangi; Bangrang Beach, Ketapang. Parks & Reserves: Surabaya Zoological Park; Alas Purwo National Park, Meru Betiri Reserve. Market and Art Shop: Bird & Flower Market, Malang; Tanjung Bumi Batik Crafts, Madura. Nature & Scenic Attractions: Tea Plantation, Wonosari; Mount Bromo, Tengger Crater & Sand Sea; Mount Ijen, Grajagan & Plengkung. Banyuwangi Art Performances: Candra Wiladatika Open Air Theater, Pandaan; Pamekasan Bull Races, Madura; Taman Budaya, Surabaya. How to get there : EAST JAVA : East Java is efficiently connected to the rest of the island by good roads, regular train schedules and daily air services. Denpasar. Bali is only half an hour’s flight away. CENTRAL JAVA : An extensive network of good roads and railway link major cities and villages. Airports in Semarang and Solo, the seaport in Semarang and natural harbor to Cilacap provides Intarnational access. Minibuses provide door-to-door service for land travel in Java and Sumatra. YOGYAKARTA Domestic and International flights serve the city. Tugu Train Station serves cheap economy class trains for