Get to know Indonesia

 Indonesia is a country rich in culture and art. One of the typical Indonesian arts is traditional dance. Each region of Indonesia has unique traditional dances with different characteristics. One of the traditional dances recognized worldwide is the Cakalele dance that originates from Maluku. The Cakalele dance was originally a Maluku war dance performed in honor of tribal chiefs or war leaders. The Cakalele dance is performed by several men dressed in traditional Maluku clothing. In this dance the dancer carries a tifa and marbles or swords. The tifa is a traditional musical instrument made of wood and animal skin, while marble is very special because it is considered a traditional sword. In the Cakalele dance, dancers flap their wings like parrots in battle, which is expressed in fast and dynamic dance movements. During the dance, the dancers also wear pine feather headdresses decorated with flowers. The Cakalele dance is also usually accompanied by songs and tifa. The singing a...

 Indeed, Indonesia is rich in enchanting culture and art, as well as horseback riding tourism with unique dances and attractions not found in other countries. Javanese traditional arts have been around for hundreds of years. Lumpy horse comes from the word "lump" which means almost unconscious or in a hypnotic state. Kuda Lumping is a dance art that combines elements of Jaran Kepang and Betawi art. In Indonesia, the art of coagulating horses is often performed at weddings or other celebrations. Kuda Lumping itself is a unique dance that uses toy horses made from medium-sized young coconuts, which are then painted and decorated with plastic flowers, tie-dye, crepe paper, and other decorations. Horse art has its own charm for Indonesians. These are some of the attractions and singularities of Kuda Lumping art that are worth knowing. 1. Unique attractions. The Kuda Lumping dance is very special because the players have to dance together and bring a very big toy horse. Kuda Lumpi...

 Gusung Beach is one of the beaches in Bangka Belitung. This beach has amazing beauty and is different from other beaches in Indonesia. Gusung Beach is located south of Belitung Island, more precisely around Lengkuas Island. This beach offers a beautiful marine panorama with crystal clear waters and fine white sand dotting the shore. Gusung Beach is strategically located and easily accessible from Belitung city center. On the way to the beach we enjoyed the green landscape of rice fields and coconut trees, and there are many other interesting places that we can visit, such as the Andrea Hirata Word Museum or the beauty of Lengkuas Island. The beauty of Gusung Beach is not only limited to the view of the clear blue sea water, but there are also several beautiful rock ponds that are home to various types of fish. The view of the colorful coral reefs and their beautiful shapes make this beach a favorite place for divers. Divers can enjoy the underwater beauty with various types of fis...

Indonesia is famous for its ethnic, cultural and natural diversity. Each region has different characteristics, both in terms of language and food and drink. One of the very popular typical drinks in West Sumatra, especially among the Minang tribe, is Talua tea. Talua tea is a traditional drink made from a mixture of raw cow's milk and free-range hen's eggs. The creamy flavor and rich nutrition make Talua tea a favorite of the Minang people and very popular among tourists visiting West Sumatra. The process of making talua tea. Talua tea is made relatively simply, but requires precision and cleanliness. Firstly, processed free-range eggs are mixed in a bowl containing a little sugar. Then fresh raw milk, heated to 80 degrees Celsius, is poured into a cup with eggs and sugar. When poured, the milk evaporates easily and forms bubbles, this is the distinctive feature of Talua tea. Once blended, Talua Tea is ready to serve. Talua tea service is also carefully monitored to ensure hygi...

 The Wakatobi Islands or Wakatobi National Park are a marine tourism destination in the southeastern region of Sulawesi, Indonesia. Consisting of four main islands, namely Wangi-Wangi, Kaledupa, Tomia and Binongko, Wakatobi offers an unforgettable vacation experience with extraordinary marine beauty. The trip to Wakatobi will certainly be a bit exhausting, but once there, all your tiredness will pay off with a spectacular natural panorama. Wakatobi's coral reefs are considered the best in the world and have a very high biodiversity. In addition, Wakatobi also offers charming natural charm, including beautiful beaches, coral reefs, and beautiful islands. One of the most popular destinations in Wakatobi is Wangi-Wangi Island. This island is the gateway to the beauty of the Wakatobi National Park with highly attractive tourist attractions such as beautiful beaches, scattered remote villages and extraordinary underwater beauty. For example, Matahora beach, which has very clean white sa...

 Sawarna Banten has long been known for its serene beauty and enchanting natural scenery. Located on the west coast of Java, Sawarna is known for its wide, pristine beaches, beautiful rock formations and lush green forests. This place has something to offer to every traveler, from adventurers to nature lovers and photographers. Let's start with the beach. Sawarna has one of the most beautiful beaches on the island of Java, which makes it popular with tourists. The sand is soft and shiny and feels good between your toes. The reflection of the blue sky and the sand on the beach creates a serene and peaceful atmosphere that will make you feel like you are in paradise. One of the beaches not to be missed in Sawarna is Tanjung Layar Beach, whose name comes from the unique rock formation that resembles the bow of a ship and the towering cliffs with a natural land bridge. This beach offers fantastic opportunities for water activities such as surfing, swimming and walks on the beach. Beach...

 Lembata Regency, a regency in East Nusa Tenggara Province, has a unique tradition that has been carried on since ancient times: the whaling tradition. Although this activity often sounds controversial and is not considered environmentally friendly, for some local residents this tradition has become an inseparable part of their lives. Whaling in Lembata is not only done because of the economic need for whale meat, but there are also socio-cultural reasons that play an important role in this activity. According to local residents, the presence of whales in the waters around Lembata has spiritual value and their existence is seen as a natural gift that they can take advantage of. The whaling process begins with the search for the place where the whales appear. Local residents generally view whaling as a community activity that requires a lot of people. After discovering the location, they will catch the whale using a Jernang palm fiber crab net. These crab nets are quite large and ca...

 Jao Solok wooden tea plantation is one of the interesting tourist attractions in Solok, West Sumatra. The location is located in Kayu Jao village, Bukit Sundi district, about 15 kilometers from Solok city. This tourist attraction offers extraordinary natural beauty with amazing green views. Jao Solok Kayu tea plantation is well managed by PT Perkebunan Nusantara (PTPN) VI. The area of this tea plantation is around 1,000 hectares and it is managed with an agroforestry system. As a result, this tea garden can combine the cultivation of tea with the greening of forests. In addition, this system allows visitors to enjoy the natural beauty that surrounds the tea plantations. Kayu Jao Solok Tea Garden offers not only natural beauty to its visitors, but also interesting tourist activities. One of them is to take a walk in the middle of a tea garden and enjoy the calm and cool atmosphere. Visitors can also enjoy high-quality fresh tea from the hotel's tea garden. Other than that, Kayu Jao...