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City Of Surabaya, Indonesia

City Of Surabaya, Indonesia

23 February 2020 On the way back to Surabaya from Madura Island, we passed through Suroboyo Bridge and visited Kenjeren Park. Kenjeren Park was formally a race circuit converted into a park including a water theme park. Suroboyo Bridge Kenjeren Park Kenjeren Park We detoured to the Bamboo Forest which is within the vicinity of Harmoni Keputih Park. Bamboo Forest Drinks Cart Group…

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Jaddih Hill, Madura Island, Surabaya, Indonesia

Jaddih Hill, Madura Island, Surabaya, Indonesia

Day 3 – 22 February 2020 We decided to rest and explore the areas within the City Centre. Day 4 – 23 February 2020 As mentioned in the previous post, we visited the other Masjid Muhammad Cheng Ho situated at the heart of Surabaya City Centre at Jalan Gading, Ketabang, Genteng. Muhammad Cheng Ho Mosque in Genteng. A visit to Madura Island. The name of Madura island is of Hindu origin. The…

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Tiban Mosque & Inggil Resto, Malang, Indonesia - 2020

Tiban Mosque & Inggil Resto, Malang, Indonesia – 2020

Day 2 – 21 February 2020 We made a few detours, after checking out from Otix Guesthouse in Probolingo before heading to the City of Surabaya. We visited Masjid Tiban in Turen, Malang. The mosque was undergoing a major restoration. Beside the mosque, was a Pesantren, a live-in Islamic school which we find it to be unique due to the a building architecture and interior designs. Masjid Tiban The…

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Mount Bromo, Surabaya, Indonesia - 2020

Mount Bromo, Surabaya, Indonesia – 2020

Surabaya 2020 – Day 2 – 21 February 2020. Catching the sunrise! We woke up at 2 am to prepare ourselves to see the sunrise at Seruni Sunrise View Point. However, the sun did not appeared as it was covered with thick clouds and fog. We enjoyed the experience though. The view point was about 2500m above sea-level with a temperature at 16C. The Seruni View Point The Seruni View Point After…

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Photo - Bromo

Photo – Bromo

“The thrills begin, when the road ends”.. Mount Bromo, Surabaya, Indonesia, 2020.

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Photo-Beautiful Moment Comes Unplanned

Photo-Beautiful Moment Comes Unplanned

Photo was taken in February 2020 during my trip to Surabaya, Indonesia. It was in the early morning, about 6 am descending from Seruni Point, to view the sunrise rising from Mount Bromo craters. However, the sunrise was blocked by the thick fog completely.

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Exploring Indonesia- Top Tourist Destination In South East Asia

When taking a note of the most loved tourist destinations across the globe, the extraordinary country of Indonesia surely stands out. It is a beautiful nation in Southeast Asia that is well known for its incredible splendour and captivating beauty.

Being home to more than 17,000 islands, Indonesia is a place where you can never get short on activities and experiences to make your visit worthwhile. From shopping to adventure activities, there are a large number of things to do in Indonesia that truly go far in helping you have an unforgettable time in the country.

With around 300 local ethnicities and 700 unique dialects, exploring Indonesia can be a very enlightening experience. The Island of Gods, Bali, is one of the most loved honeymoon destinations among newlyweds. It is known for its breathtaking white sand beaches, clear blue sky, sublime waves, cosy tropical climate and cordial locals. People of Bali have a strong belief in Hinduism and this is very clearly portrayed through the statues and sanctuaries that you can visit all around the city.

Jakarta, the capital and the biggest city in Indonesia, is famous for its unmatched beauty and urban lifestyle. Jakarta has more 22 museums with their own claims to fame. For example, National Museum shows different facets of Indonesian culture through its broad accumulations of antiquities and relics that date as far back as the Stone Age. You must also not miss to have the exceptional culinary experience in this city. Jakarta boasts a wide choice of customary cooking styles due to a mix of different Indonesian ethnicities.

Bunaken Marine Park is touted to be a Marine Paradise on Earth. It is said to have the most elevated amounts of marine biodiversity in the world. It encompasses around 89,065 hectares of tropical waters and is called a heaven of coral reefs. Numerous tourists visit this site for diving and snorkelling to see the corals closely.

If you are a fan of adventure games, then Indonesia can prove to be your ideal destination. This country allows you to participate in different sorts of activities like surfing, diving, swimming and much more. Here, you can enjoy several kinds of adventure sports that are sure to take up your adrenaline to unimaginable levels. The Coral Sea Gardens of Bunaken Islands is a must-visit spot for any nature lover who is certainly going to be dazzled by the exceptional marine life and stunning reef development in the region.

You can also choose to go for trekking over different volcanoes in Indonesia. Mount Bromo, situated in East Java, is the most active volcano in the country where you can have a lifetime experience of trekking over an active volcano.

Rich culture and plentiful nature gifts are the two fundamental things that stir a large number of visitors from all across the world to visit Indonesia. The tropical climate of the country is another reason that this island nation witnesses a huge rush of tourists all year round.

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THE BUCKET LIST

Yup, I'm start writing my Bucket List. Here you go! 1. Found virgin beach at Bali. 2. Explore Pulau Ora - Ambon. 3. Experience Paragliding -> CHECK! 4. Bungee Jumping at Cape Town, South Africa. 5. Diving at Raja Ampat - Papua 6. Christmas Eve at Basilica St. Peter, Vatican - Rome 7. NYC, for sure! 8. Romantic Gateway to Spain. 9. Visit 7 Wonders of The World -> 5 left! 10. Sky-Diving