The mystery of the island of Java attracts many from childhood. At first, this place on the map appears to us as a kind of mysterious territory that contains the secrets of the past and numerous treasures buried in the ground by bloodthirsty pirates. A little later, we strive to visit there in search of new experiences and unique photos.
Section 1. General description of the island of Java
Java Island is the most famous and fifth largest island of the Indonesian archipelago, which today is home to 130 million people (more than 65% of Indonesia's population). On this territory, you can see hundreds of volcanoes, the unique landscapes of the Dieng plateau, a variety of flora and fauna, many ancient palaces, temples, mosques and shrines.
Due to the tropical climate, there are practically no temperature fluctuations on the island all year round. The weather here is divided into two seasons: during the first (from March to October) it is constantly dry, and during the second it constantly rains. The humidity of the atmosphere within the island of Java ranges from 75% to 95%, andair temperature is from +26 C to +29 C.
Section 2. Local Attractions
In Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia, there are many buildings of the XVII-XVIII centuries. A specialized tourist map of the island of Java, which can be purchased almost everywhere, shows this as well as possible. Near the first center of the city, Taman Fatahil Square, surrounded by ancient buildings, there is an ancient port, an ancient cannon, a drawbridge and the Jine Yuan Temple in the Chinese area. In the second center of the capital - on Freedom Square (Medan-Merdeka) - there is a 132-meter National Monument. In addition, the city has many museums, a zoo, a Water Palace, Mini Indonesia Park, a leisure park and a cultural and entertainment complex.
In the south of the island, the largest monument of medieval Indonesian culture in the southern hemisphere, the Borobudur Stupa, which is called the monastery on the mountain or the Temple of a Thousand Buddhas, is piled up.
It should be noted that in the west of the island of Java you can visit another interesting place called Bandung. It is a mountain resort with Dago waterfall, Tangkuban Praya volcano, Chiater volcanic springs, Maribaya hot springs, Situpatenngang lake, mountain safari park, palace complex, national park, lots of museums, Karang Bolong, Anyer beaches and tea plantations.
Between the cities of Solo and Yogyakarta there is another masterpiece of architecture - the ancient Hindu temple complex Prambanan.
The city of Surabaya is known for the Meru Metiri nature reserves,Baluran and high active volcano Bromo.
Section 3. Useful information for tourists
Java Island on the world map is quite easy to find, and it's very easy to plan your route. The transport system here is excellent. Today, on the island, namely in the cities of Surabaya, Semarang, Jakarda, Yogyakarta, Bandug, Solo, airports accept international charter flights from all over the world.
The most convenient way to get from Russia is by regular flight via Dubai. It is also possible to get to the island and by water. For example, Jakarta, Surabaya, Banten and East Java can be reached by ferry.
The cheapest and most convenient means of transportation here are considered to be buses, but a rented car or a trip by rail is perfect for traveling.
The island's cuisine is adapted to European tastes and consists mainly of beef, chicken, vegetables, rice, legumes and fresh fruit. The most traditional, tasty and cheap food can be found in small cafes. Very popular drinks in Java are ginger tea, sugar cane juice, palm flower tuak beer and arak palm vodka.
