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To climb to the top of an active volcano and peer inside its crater might seem like something best left to daredevil types, but scores of ordinary visitors have done just that at Mount Bromo in Indonesia. Situated on a vast plain in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park in East Java, Mount Bromo is both one of the island's most active and most frequently visited volcanoes, known for its stunning scenery. And to witness Bromo’s volcanic landscape at its most magnificent, a climb at sunrise is an unforgettable experience. There are a few ways to appreciate dawn over Bromo, but it’s up for debate which vista yields the most breathtaking views. At 2,392 metres, Mount Bromo isn’t Java’s tallest mountain. Nearby Mount Semeru, at 3,676m ...

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Trapped in between the Indian and Pacific oceans, the archipelagic country of Indonesia is a home to tropical rainforests, pristine beaches, and people with rich customs and colourful traditions. Indonesia is truly an ideal place for getaway trips and holiday vacations. It caters to travelers wanting to splurge on lush hotels or indulge in stunning beach resorts, and it’s also a great place for those who want to do it the “Lonely Planet” kind of way. The best way to discover the soul of Indonesia is probably to visit one of its many islands shunned from urban development, such as Sumba Island, famed for its Pasola Festival (aka: Pasola War Festival). At Sumba Island’s Pasola Festival, war rituals from ancient times are celebrated. The festival ...

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Indonesia

Area: 1,919,440.00 km2
Population: 241,973,879
Capital: Jakarta
Available Language Guides : Indonesian , Malay , Mandarin , Portugese

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