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Giant Flower Broken: Cibodas Botanical Gardens, West Java
By Barrie | 
No Comments » Heavy rain and strong winds broke Thursday the stem of a giant Amorphopallus titanium flower, feared to have it to bloom imperfectly at the Cibodas Botanical Gardens in Cianjur.
Groups Urges Saving History Sites: Jakarta, West Java
By Barrie | No Comments » Organizations promoting the appreciation of Jakarta’s historic buildings are experiencing a rise in popularity, attracting Jakartans who want to know more about the city’s history. However, much of the growth has been focused on the commercialization of historical sites without adequate advocacy for their preservation, antiquity enthusiast and journalist Pradaningrum Mijarto said.
Red-Light District to be Closed: Bandung, West Java
By Barrie | No Comments » I find red-light districts fascinating even though I have never had the desire to utilise the services of the inhabitants. The one in Bandung is ‘culturally interesting’ but the Bandung municipality will permanently close down the oldest red-light district in the city to make way for a proposed Islamic center, putting more than 1,000 people out of work in the process.
Heritage Hope: Jakarta, West Java
By Barrie | No Comments » In demolishing a decades-old building and replacing it with a new one, what exactly is it that we are taking away?. Responses to this question revealed that the older homes of Kwitang and Kebon Kacang, both in Central Jakarta, are their owners joy. And, people’s pride in their homes is many times more effective than any conservation law.
Kota Tua to be Heritage Area: West Jakarta
By Barrie | No Comments » The city administration announced its plan to Designate Kota Tua, or Old Town, in West Jakarta as a heritage area. Jakarta Governor Sutiyoso said Kota Tua boasted unique landmarks and its rejuvenation would draw tourists to the city
Tebet ‘Bohemia’: South Jakarta
By Barrie | No Comments » Tebet, a cluster residential area east of South Jakarta, might not have Bandung’s cool climate nor its elegant art deco buildings, but it does have its young and energetic personality.
The Cyber Indonesian Central Bank Museum: West Jakarta
By Barrie | No Comments » There are literally scores of museums to visit when you visit Jakarta, and if you are like me, I tend to visit most of them at least a few times. I wasn’t aware, however, that there was a Central Bank museum. I only came across it by chance when I was researching on the net the other night.
Jazz, Opera and Women’s Puppetry: Jakarta Playhouse, Jakarta
By Barrie | No Comments » Jakarta is a place of culture and of that there is no doubt, and, there is always something going on to suit all tastes. One of the great places to see a potpourri of drama, dance and music performances is at the Jakarta Playhouse.
Paragliding in Bogor: West Java, Indonesia
By Barrie | 2 Comments » For those who have been to Bogor then you know of its beautiful scenery and cool climate, and friendly people. It has the greatest and elaborate Botanical Gardens in Indonesia which have a myriad of species of trees and plants.
Dining on the Flavours of Java at Payon: Jakarta, Indonesia
By Barrie | 1 Comment » The city of Jakarta is a vibrant city that almost never sleeps and the nightlife is probably the best in Indonesia. More importantly, the restaurant scene is superb with a massive choice of establishments to choose from.
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