Bull Race Of Madura

" The bullrace is the Madurans’ traditional game, and has been for generations. The initial idea is said to have come from Prince Katandur, who advised the farmers to increase their efficiency by using bulls and...

The Chronicle Of Tengger

"The history : Tenggerese live around Bromo Mountain, East Java. They are the descendants of the Majapahit princes. Most of the entire population is centered in thirty villages in the isolated Tengger mountains...

Faces of Bali - Canggu

"Canggu, an extension of Kuta beach development as a beach resort, offers a perfect escape from the tourist crowd. Many private villas or Balinese style cottage built with a blend view of rice terrace and ocean....

Faces of Bali - Uluwatu Temple

"Pura Uluwatu (temple of the stone head) or Pura Luhur Uluwatu temple is located in the edge of stone cliff in southern part of Bali. This ancient temple is dedicated to the spirits of the sea. Built in the...

Faces of Bali - Goa Gajah

"Located in a steep valley just outside of Ubud near the town of Bedulu. Built at least 700 years ago, the cave was rediscovered in the 1920s and fully excavated 30 years later. Literally means ‘Elephant...

Borobudur and The "2,672"

Note : "2,672 = The number of panels carved in relief that decorate the ninth century Borobudur monument in Jogjakarta."When i was at elementary school, my history teacher told me about the holdover from the...

Faces of Bali - Sukawati

"It is known for its art market that become ‘a must see’ place by tourists especially the local ones from Jakarta or other area in Java. Huge number of small stalls occupied the two stories building offer a...

Faces of Bali - Tirta Empul

"Tampaksiring is the name of a small village 36 Km from Denpasar on the road to Kintamani. The temple Pura Tirta Empul, bequeathed to the people by ancient Rajadom, is perhaps the most fascinating spot in the...

Faces of Bali - Bedugul Garden

"Located on a high plateau at the center of Bali island. Cool air and mists are natural for the place. It’s a center of horticultural farming. you’ll find plenty of fruits and vegetables here. There are 3...

Faces of Bali - Gunung Kawi Tampaksiring

"An archaeological complex, one of the oldest religious places in Bali. It lies on gorge of Pakerisan River. To reach the complex visitors must walk about 600 metres from the parking area to the ticket counter...

Faces of Bali - Jimbaran Beach

"About 5 minutes driving from the Ngurah Rai International Airport - Bali, Jimbaran is a village for fishermen. Here you can find many fresh seafood restaurants that usualy come with fried peanuts, many type of...

Faces of Bali - Sanur

"Sanur area is the oldest tourism village in this area, where the first five star rated hotel was built. Known for its luxurious and quiet area for tourists. It beautiful beaches and sun rise view make Sanur...

Puputan - One More Time

"Daybreak, September 20 1906… about 500 adults wearing kamben alancingan putih (white ceremonial uniform), with keris on his back and long spears on their hand rally from Puri Denpasar heading to Taensiat area....

Faces of Bali - Maospahit Temple

"This unique and archaeologically temple is located in a small alley in the middle of the city at Jl. Sutomo. Enter through a door in the alley. This is one of the oldest temple on Bali, built at 14th- and...