central java, Indonesia

CENTRAL JAVA

Central Java Province, as one of the Indonesia tourist destination areas, offers various kinds of tourist attractions whether natural, cultural, or man made features. Central Java is located exactly in the middle of Java Island. It borders with West Java Province in the western part, while in the eastern part borders with East Java Province. On the part of the southern side lies also the province of Yogyakarta Special Region. Central Java is the island's cultural, geographic, and historic heartland. Universities, dance schools, pottery, handicrafts, textiles and carving, give to the region a rich culture and interesting shopping. This is also the place of the famous Javanese temples of Borobudur. But it is not the only ones to be noted; Dieng plateau and Sukuh temple are worth a visit. Performing arts is still widely practiced, and traditional dance dramas (Wayang Orang) or shadow puppets (Wayang Kulit) performances are easy to find. Mountains cross the entire central portion of the province. The cool slopes contain numerous hill resorts (Tawangmangu, Kaliurang, Sarangan).

The very first Moslem kingdom on the island was founded in 1511 at Demak, about 40 km from Semarang. Today Demak is a sleepy little town, however, its glory of the past is still visible from one of the major relics, which is still well preserved. The Grand Mosque, a quaint blend of Hindu and Islamic architecture, still honored and worshipped by Javanese pilgrims.
Surakarta, better known as Solo, is the cradle of Javanese culture in the province. TV courts of Solo embody the noble value that the Javanese attach to grace and refinement, with majestic ceremonies and royal festivals still held with great pomp and circumstance. Although no longer the seat of power it once was, descendants of the royal houses of Solo are regarded as leaders of, Javanese culture and traditions, upholding standards of sophistication and conduct.

 

The rich and fertile plains of the region support an enormous population of over 30 million people. The low land plains are found alongside the northern beaches. The high land plains are found in the Center of Central Java with mountains stretching lengthwise from the west to the east with a line of mountains, such as Mount Slamet (3,428 m), Mount Perahu (2,585 m), Mount Sindoro (3,135 m) Mount Sumbing (3,321 m), Mount Merapi (3,142 m), Mount Ungaran (2,050 m). Near the border with East Java Province is Mount Lawu (3,265 m), while on the northern side there is Mount Muria (1,602 m). At the feet of these mountains will find pleasant and cool highland plains with beautiful panoramas such as Baturaden, the Dieng Plateau, Bandungan, Kopeng, Tawangmangu, Solo, etc. Apart from these mountains there are some small mountains and lime mountains. The Biggest Rivers found in the Central Java are Serayu River, with its source from the Dieng Plateau and "Bengawan Solo" River.

Geographically
Central Java is located between 5o 40' and 8o 30' South Latitude and between 108o 30' and 111o 30' East Longitude. This province is bordered by:
North side: Java Sea
South side: Indian Ocean and the Special Territory of Yogyakarta
West side: West Java Province
East side: East Java Province

Wide Area
The wide area of this province is 34,206 sq. km.

Administration
A governor as a high rank heads Central Java province; Central Java consists of 35 regencies and municipalities. Bupati (Regent) and municipalities head the regency by Walikota (Mayor). The regencies and municipalities divided into district headed by Camat and district divided into villages headed by Lurah or Kepala Desa.

Climate
The average temperature of this area is 21o - 32o C with rainy season on October to April and dry season on April to October.

Religion
The Freedom of embrace religion is fully guaranteed by government. Islam is a greatest number among the five recognized religions (Moslem, Protestant, Catholic, Buddha and Hindu).

Language
Java language with various dialects is the daily language used by most of Central Java people but Bahasa Indonesia as mother tongue.

People
The people of Central Java will welcome all of the tourists with hospitable and friendly. The population is about 30.7 million (based on census in 2002) or about 896 persons per square kilometer with living as farmer, trader, and official government. Besides original tribe, some foreign tribes stay here such as Arabic, Chinese, Indian and Pakistani. "Kebaya" is representing traditional clothes wearied by woman.

east java, Indonesia

Welcome to East Java

East Java is one of Indonesia provinces. It is located on the eastern part of Java Island and near to Madura and Bawean islands. It state in the West neighbor of Bali, across the small Strait of Bali. East Java tourism offer attractions, from historical site like temples to recreational spots like beaches, lakes, volcanoes, marine gardens and wildlife reserves. Magnificent mountain sceneries, include the craters and the famous of Mount Bromo, the "sulfur mountain" of Welirang and rugged line Plateau. Remaining the glory of Majapahit Empire, the ruins nowadays is still exist as an history witnesses with some archaeological discoveries. East Java government have claim this historical site against colonial forces since 1945
The administrative center of the province is located in Surabaya, which is the second largest city in Indonesia after Jakarta and as a major industrial center and business port. East Java is also considered as a national industrial province. The economic commodity is coming from agriculture; include of coffee, mangoes and apples, fishery and oil industries. The transportation to go to East Java area can be reach by public vehicle or train services. There are also air services between Surabaya and other cities like Bali or Jakarta or some other provinces. Madura Island, which is famous for its bull races, is part of East Java province, though it has its own traditions and language. The history dates back numbers of invasion in East Java like the founding of prehistoric animals and the site of the Java man at Trinil, Ngawi or some hidden ruin temples which settled on 7th century AD.
Where to Stay
As one of interesting tourism destination, East Java has already equipped by some tourism accommodation to comfort the visitors to stay longer. Almost in all East Java regencies have equipped with complete facilities, so that the visitors feel no worries about accommodation and everything they need. Just enjoy your holiday in East Java and explore the tourism objects. Just stay as like your own home.
Map
Here comes the complete map of East Java. We present the map in medium and high resolution. It also complete from all East Java regencies. Find here the detail of East Java tourism and get your back pack to have a journey with our high resolution map as your personal guide.
East Java Site
To prepare your journey before get pack to East Java, you can first brows on www.eastjava.com. Get complete information of East Java tourism objects and culture with hundreds photos inside. Everything is on for what you need for.
Madura Island
Madura island is one of exotic island which is part of East Java province. The local inhabitant is Madurese people. They have strong temperament yet unique culture. Explore Madura Island and see the exotic one. They have many things to remember, like, the annual ceremony of karapan sapi, their particular batik Madura, their traditional food and so on.
The Legend of Majapahit
In 14th century, East Java was part of the biggest and the most powerful Kingdom in Southeast Asia named Majapahit kingdom. Nowadays, the relic of Majapahit Kingdom is still exist remaining the history itself, and it lies on East Java. Enjoy the ruin of history by looking for temples, statues, remarkable residents, ancient tools and many things about Majapahit Kingdom. Visit now!

Beautiful city on the cliffs

There are a lot of architecture in the world is awesome. One is the city that stands on the cliff. A place like this inviting sensation for tourists visiting. A place that allows us to see the sights much on the horizon, or see everything small so far beneath our feet.


1. Castellfollit de la Roca

Castellfollit de la Roca considered one of the most picturesque villages in the region of Catalonia in Spain. The village is built on a basalt cliff between two rivers. Most of the buildings seem to float on the edge of the cliff, giving the illusion that these homes could fall down at any time.

The oldest part of the village was built in the Middle Ages, made up of narrow streets and dark corners. The houses here are made of volcanic rock.


2. Rocamadour

Rocamadour is a small village built on Alzou River canyon in southwestern France. Buildings in Rocamadour mengundak gradually up the side of a cliff. The village was built in the 12th century it became deserted by the war and the French Revolution.

Currently popular Rocamadour again by tourists and pilgrims who came to honor the Santo Amadour. According to legend, the holy man witnessed the death of St. Peter and St. Paul in Rome. He then traveled to this location and became a hermit.


3. Bonifacio

Bonifacio is a city located in the southern tip of the island of Corsica. The town and fortress in the city lined up lengthwise along the top of the cliff, which is located at an altitude of about 70 meters. This cliff underneath becoming increasingly eroded by the sea, so they are building on the edge, as it seems to hang.

If we look at the city from the sea, the city seemed gleaming white in the sun and seemed to hang over the water.


4. Acapulco

Acapulco is a city famous resort in Mexico since the 1950s as a getaway for Hollywood stars and millionaires. Not complete without a visit to Acapulco watch divers perform an impressive leap from the cliff into the shallow water of course very dangerous. The divers as it has done so since the 1930's.



5. Mesa Verde

Mesa Verde is located in southwestern Colorado, and are known for cliff dwellings of the ancient Anasazi. Mesa Verde is the most significant archaeological discoveries of Native American culture in the United States.

In the 12th century, the Anasazi began building houses in shallow caves under the cliffs that hang over it along the canyon wall. The house's most famous here called Cliff Palace and Spruce Tree House.

In 1300, all of the Anasazi had left the Mesa Verde area, but the ruins of the houses are still preserved almost perfectly. The reason for their departure they suddenly unexplained. But there are theories that suppose that it is caused due to crop failure during drought hit. Other theories mention due to the attacks of other tribes from the North.


6. Bandiagara

Bandiagara are a sandstone cliff located in Dogon, Mali. Bandiagara is almost as tall as 500 meters from the sandy plains below.

The cliffs here are many ancient cave dwelling Tellem people. This Tellem people sculpt their caves in the cliffs is that when they die, they can be buried high above the flooding that often occurs in this area. They also built dozens of villages along the cliffs above the caves this.

In the 14th century, people chase people Dogon Tellem and they occupied this area until now.


7. Patrolling

Ronda is located in the province of Malaga in Spain. Ronda is located in the mountains at an altitude of 760 meters. The city is divided in two by the river that flows through Ronda Guadalevin. There are three bridges used to cross the gorge so that it can cross from one side to the other side of town Ronda.

Architecture of the city accept the influence of the Romans and Moors who once ruled this area. Ronda is also the birthplace of bullfighting. Oldest bullfighting arena in Spain still in Ronda to date.


8. Al Hajjara

Al Hajjara, is a historic town that stands on a cliff in the Haraz Mountains, and is located in the west of the city Manakhah, Yemen. The city is one of the cities most impressive mountains and most easily accessible in Yemen. The city is actually built with blocks of stone taken from the quarry in the nearby mountains. Al Hajjara sendir from the twelfth century.


9. Positano

Positano is a small town located on the Amalfi Coast in Compania and is one of the most popular attractions in Italy. The city is spread over a cliff looks from top to bottom toward the coast.

Although the city was founded and developed in the Middle Ages, in the mid-19th century, more than half the population has left town. In the 20th century, the city was transformed from a poor fishing village into a tourist destination that is very popular thanks to the author John Steinbeck who praised its beauty.


10. Santorini

Santorini is a volcanic island in the cluster of islands in the Cyclades, Greece. The island is famous for its beautiful scenery, stunning sunsets, white houses clean, and active volcanoes. In this island there is a town Oia on the cliffs as high as 400 meters.