Places to Visit in Indonesia

Island of gods Of all the 17,508 islands in the Indonesian archipelago, Bali is - without a doubt - the most popular. In fact, 80% of all international visitors to Indonesia visit Bali, island of gods, and Bali alone.It's no...

The country of Indonesia is composed of 17,508 islands making up a total of 1,919,440 square kilometers. That's a big much to take in, so we've compiled a simplified breakdown of Indonesia's islands. A Breakdown of Indonesia's Islands It's a little...

It's no wonder this plateau is called the 'Abode of the Gods' - it's absolutely stunning here. Up above this 2,000 meter-high plateau, you'll see rolling hills stretching as far as the eye can see, spot boiling pits of...

There are many things that are wondrous about the Raja Ampat Islands, but perhaps the biggest wonder of all is how a place this mystically beautiful has largely remained a secret.But it won't be for long. The Raja Ampat...

Sumatra is fairly well-known internationally as a resource and natural beauty-rich island, but did you know that it also has several smaller and exquisitely beautiful islands not far from its coast?Some of the most beautiful of these islands is...

If you find yourself traveling in Sumatra, Lake Toba is a must visit.The picturesque Lake Toba - known in Indonesia as Danau Toba - is the largest volcanic lake in the world, covering an area of 1,707 km2. That...

Tana Toraja literally translates to 'Toraja land' and is nicknamed the 'Land of the Heavenly Kings.' It is located in a highland region in the southern region of the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia.A trip to Tana Toraja is like...

Makassar, also known as Ujung Pandang, is the capital of South Sulawesi and the largest city on the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia. Home to over 1 million inhabitants, Makassar is a bustling city thick with traffic, the strong scent...

Jayapura is the capital of, as well as the largest city in, Papua, Indonesia. The city has gone through multiple names, each reflecting a different period in its history. It was known as Hollandia during the Dutch colonial times...

Papua is an incredible place and Baliem Valley, as its most popular and accessible destination, is no exception. Also known as Grand Valley, this valley measures around 80 km long and around 20 km wide and holds a population...