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What to See in Java Island (Indonesia)

What to See in Java Island (Indonesia)

Probolingo, Java island (Indonesia) The city of Probolingo is located in the eastern part of the island of Java on the coast of the Madura Strait. This is a major port through which sugar cane is exported, and fishing also plays an important role here. Probolingo is one of the transit points on the way to the Bromo volcano, which is located 35 km from it. Bromo is one of the main attractions of the eastern part of the island…

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Bali Island, Indonesia

Bali Island, Indonesia

Taxi Bali has a large number of taxi companies. Therefore, there is no single color for taxi cars. Each company has its own color. Distinctive features of a taxi are the “TAXI” sign installed on the roof and the presence of a meter in the car. Drivers are generally disciplined and turn on the meter immediately upon boarding. If this does not happen, ask the driver to turn on the meter: “meter, pliz” (Meter, please). Taxi services in Bali are…

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Bali – an island of thousands of temples

Bali – an island of thousands of temples

It is said that a beloved child has many names. And in Bali there are enough of them! The Indonesian island has been nicknamed the Island of the Gods and the Island of Thousands of Temples . And the names are deserved, as Bali has over 10,000 temples or shrines, each unique. But what is the significance of temples and religion to Balinese? Bali religion and temples The main religion of Bali is Hinduism. Balinese Hinduism is characterized by belief…

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