| Introducing Indonesia |
| Gateway To A Tropical Haven |
| Azure blue waters, bewitching natural beauty, mysterious legends, rich history, lilting music, graceful culture, teeming with people, both locals and tourists � that is Indonesia for you. The first thing you may need to do as soon as you set your heart on an Indonesian vacation is to decide which part of the country to visit � and you are going to be spoilt for choice. Lombok, Bali, Sumatra, Java, Aceh, Jambi, and Jakarta are only the few popular places � every one of the 33 Indonesian provinces is a delight to visit and has its own unique charm. Quintessential Asian hospitality blends with a booming tourism industry making Indonesia a favorite with people across the world. |
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| Places to Visit in Indonesia |
| Indonesia is a beautiful archipelago with a rich history. The natural beauty of the land has overshadowed the legendary fame and tourism is now a major industry. |
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Jakarta
Jakarta is the capital and the largest city in Indonesia. The city's metropolitan area, Jabodetabekjur is the second largest in the world.
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Bali
One of the best loved tourist destinations of Indonesia, Bali is also known as a hub of Hindu culture, metal and stone crafts, sculpture, and painting.
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Borobudur
Borobudur, the site of a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist Temple in Central Java is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Yogyakarta
Yogyakarta, the capital of the Yogyakarta Special Region in Java, is a well-known center of classical fine art, dance, drama, literature, and music.
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Denpasar
Capital of the Bali province, Denpasar, is a beautiful beach-side resort and a quaint tourist destination.
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Banda Aceh
The port city of Banda Aceh is the provincial capital of Aceh, was also known as Kutaraja, the City of the Kings. It was the center of the Aceh Sultanate.
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Best Time to Visit:
April to October |
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Best Weather:
April to September |
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Affordable Prices:
May and October |
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Most Crowded:
June to September |
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Avoid Visit:
October through March |
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Women travelers to Indonesia are advised to carry a sarong � they come in handy as you may need to cover up before you enter a temple or mosque. |
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Prices are seldom fixed. Haggle while you shop, especially in street-side bazaars. |
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Drink only bottled water and ensure they're sealed when you buy them. |
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Street-side food may be great to taste but is not very clean or hygienic. Stick to major restaurants as these are inexpensive but good. |
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A 10% tip at restaurants is the norm. When it comes to tipping cabbies there is no fixed rule; tip if they have been helpful. |
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