Wayang Museum
Wayang Museum Wayang is the ancient art of Javanese storytelling – a theatrical performance using puppets that are usually made from leather or wood. The Wayang Museum in Jakarta houses one of the widest collections of wayang puppets in Java. It’s located in the Old City part of Jakarta, opposite
Water Castle (Tamansari)
Water Castle (Tamansari) The name Tamansari literally means “garden park” and visitors will find the lush grounds—complete with water fountains and reflecting pools—are just that. A quiet respite from the hustle of city streets, Water Castle is the site of a former royal garden and once served as
Theta Spa by the Sea
Theta Spa by the Sea The Theta Spa by the Sea is located within the grounds of the Ramada Bintang Bali Resort in Kuta. The spa offers various massage and beauty treatments that are said to derive from ancient Indonesian, Chinese, and Indian techniques. Despite its ancient techniques, the Theta Spa
Tenganan Village
Tenganan Village The village of Tenganan undoubtedly belongs to one of the rarest sights in Bali. Unlike the rest of the island, Tenganan is not inhabited by Hindus, but by the Bali Aga, a small part of the population who has kept their pre-Hinduistic faith and traditions. They have no caste syste
Telaga Waja
Telaga Waja Bali is known for its beautiful beaches and romantic ocean escapes, but travelers looking for the thrill of adventure can find what they’re seeking on the roaring waters of Telaga Waja. With 14 kilometers of grade 3 and 4 rapids this scenic rafting route is also one of the region’s mos
Tegenungan Waterfall
Tegenungan Waterfall Tegenungan Waterfall is a true paradise for travelers seeking to escape the rush of Bali’s city streets and urban centers. Its raging waters tumble over black stone cliffs into a quiet pool that’s perfect for swimming, soaking and relaxing. Travelers can lounge on the rocks, s
Tampak Siring
Tampak Siring This picturesque town in central Bali is known for its ancient temples and famed archeological sites. The Gunung Kawi Temple and Senang Hati Foundation have been drawing history-loving travelers to their gates for decades and the sloping hills of this former kingdom prove ideal for v
Taman Ayun Temple
Taman Ayun Temple Taman Ayun Temple, also known as the Royal Temple of Mengwi, is one of the most important religious structures in Bali. Built in 1634 by a king of the Mengwi dynasty, the impressive complex stands on an island in a river, with its inner temple surrounded by a moat. Its Balinese n
Splash Water Park
Splash Water Park Splash Water Park in Bali boasts world-class water slides, plus activities and facilities that will keep the whole family entertained for the day. Located next door to the Canggu Club, the Splash Water Park is situated in a part of Bali that has become something of a hot spot for
Solo (Surakarta)
Solo (Surakarta) Slightly smaller than Yogyakarta, the conservative and traditional city of Solo is an ideal place for travelers to sample the best of Indonesia’s culture, food and spirit without the crowds or chaos. Visitors can wander through local markets selling handmade items like colorful ba
Sewu Temple
Sewu Temple Located just north of the renowned Hindu temple, Prambanan, Sewu is an 8th century Buddhist temple complex. The grand scale of the site suggests that it served as a royal Buddhist temple, and today it stands as one of the largest and most significant religious sites in Java.Sewu Temple
Serangan Beach
Serangan Beach Widely recognized as one of Bali’s best, the shores of Serangan Beach rank among Indonesia’s top destinations. Stationed on the island of Serangan, the epic waves, stretches of white sand and easy access from the mainland are part of what makes this beach tops. Experienced travelers
Selogriyo Temple
Selogriyo Temple Situated on the slopes of Mount Sumbing just a few hours’ drive from Yogyakarta, Selogriyo Temple may be a small and relatively unknown temple, but for many, the trek through picturesque rural landscape to reach it is reward enough.This ancient Hindu temple is nestled off the beat
Sebetan Village
Sebetan Village In 1963 this picturesque village was covered in a layer of ash after nearby Gunung Agung, an active volcano, exploded, making it impossible to cultivate the land. Luckily, locals discovered the Salak-palm and it’s prized “snake fruit” could grow our of this destroyed land and it ha
Sadranan Beach
Sadranan Beach Sadranan Beach (or Pantai Sadranan) is found in the southeast corner of Yogyakarta Province. Located around 60 kilometers from the centre of Yogyakarta, Sadranan offers a scenic respite from city life, with its fine sand, huge waves, and dramatic volcanic backdrop.Despite it being w
Plaosan Temple
Plaosan Temple Plaosan Temple (also referred to as Plaosan Complex) is a Buddhist temple site situated around a kilometer from the revered Hindu temple, Prambanan, and around 20 kilometers from Yogyakarta city center. Plaosan Temple was built in the 9th century. The site spans some 2000 squar
Penida Island (Nusa Penida)
Penida Island (Nusa Penida) Penida Island, or Nusa Penida, is an island off the southeastern coast of Bali and at 203 square kilometers, is the largest of three in the area. As the landscape is too barren for rice farming, or growing much else for that matter, the 7,000 inhabitants of Nusa Penida
Penglipuran
Penglipuran Nestled at 700 meters above sea level between bamboo forests and coffee plantations, travelers can find one of Bali’s most traditional villages. Penglipuran is a Bali Aga town, whose inhabitants, contrary to the majority of the Balinese, aren’t Hindu but, instead, still practice their
Pelabuhan Sunda Kelapa
Pelabuhan Sunda Kelapa Pelabuhan Sunda Kelapa was the early 16th-century trading post from which the Dutch colonization of Indonesia began and burgeoned. This port is located in North Jakarta and offers a glimpse into the past, with the traditional two-masted wooden sailing boats still serving the
Pejaten Village
Pejaten Village Formerly known as the Pejaten Mall, Pejaten Village is a shopping and entertainment center located in South Jakarta. While not the largest shopping mall by Southeast Asian standards, Pejaten Village nonetheless features a wide range of leisure, retail, and eating options. It’s also
