Java – paradise islands

Java - the fifth largest island in Indonesia - attracts tourists with its diversity: beautiful beaches, waterfalls, volcanoes, rice fields, unusual temples, rainforests, rivers and caves.

Some facts about Java

From the 1293st to the 1942th century, the influence of Indian culture and religion was significant in Java. In 45, Mongol troops tried to conquer Java. From the 1945th century, the influence of Islam became extremely strong, and from the XNUMXth century, Java was under the rule of the Dutch. The years XNUMX–XNUMX were the time of Japanese occupation. Java has been part of Indonesia since XNUMX.

This is the most populated island in Indonesia, with approximately 62% of its population living here. the entire country's population. Over 90 percent The Javanese are followers of Islam. The tropical climate in Java with plenty of rainfall favors the development of vegetation, and most of the inhabitants engage in agriculture. The local soil is ideal for growing rice, cassava, corn, peanuts, tea, sugar cane, coconut palm, cocoa and rubber trees.

The greatest attractions of Java

While visiting, you cannot forget about the capital of the island, Jakarta, which is teeming with multiculturalism and beautiful architecture. The list of monuments is very long. Places worth visiting include Merdeka Square - Independence Square, National Museum, Jakarta History Museum, Wayang Indonesian Theater Museum, Port Sunda Kelepa, Park Taman Mini Indonesia Indah - Indonesia park in miniature and Julan Surabaya - a street with antique shops.

The cultural capital of Java, which is definitely worth visiting, is Yogyakarta. It is also a center of dance, music, painting and batik - local handicraft. Locals and visitors travel here in becaks, i.e. rickshaws. In the vicinity of Yogyakarta, it is definitely worth visiting the Hindu temple of Prambanan and the largest Buddhist temple in the world, Borobudur.

In East Java, it is worth visiting the remains of the 12th-century Majapahit urban complex and the Trowulan temple near the city of Mojokerto, as well as the Hindu temples in Singosari. Climbing Mount Bromo, which is an active volcano, will certainly be unforgettable. Tourists can do it on horseback or get to the top by car.

Bandung, known for its tourist attractions and high level of tourist services, is located in West Java - one of the main cities in Java, known as the "Paris of Java". It is also worth visiting the Safari Park, which covers an area of ​​55 hectares and boasts many species of fauna from both Indonesia and around the world.

When to fly to Java?

Indonesia lies in the equatorial climate zone. There is a clearly marked dry season - from April to October and a rainy season - from November to March. The heaviest rainfall occurs from November to January. Therefore, it is best to choose a holiday in Java during the so-called dry season.

There are places in the world that you must see. Mysterious Java has a lot to offer. It tempts with fabulous views, magical landscapes and extraordinary temples.