East Java : Jawa Timur, : Jawa Wétan is a province of Indonesia. It is located on the eastern part of the island of Java and includes neighboring Madura and islands to its east the Kangean and Sapudi groups and to its north Bawean and the Masalembu Islands.It state in the West neighbor of Bali, across the small Strait of Bali. East Java has a variety of attractions, from temple sites to scenic beaches, a sand-sea, highland-lakes, volcanoes, marine gardens and wildlife reserves. Magnificent mountain scenery include the crater and sea of sand at Mount Bromo, the “sulfur mountain” Welirang and rugged lien Plateau. Little of the former glory of Majapahit Empire, still stands in East Java to day with the exception of temple ruins and some archaeological discoveries
The most popular and well known of East Java's tourist attractions is undoubtedly Bromo Mountain. The pre-dawn departure and trek across the mountain's famous 'sand sea', to watch the sunrise at the crater rim, has become something of a ritual, enacted daily by people of every nationality.
Kawah Ijen is the world's largest highly acidic lake and is the site of a labor-intensive sulfur mining operation in which sulfur-laden baskets are hand-carried from the crater floor. Coffee plantations cover much of the Ijen caldera floor, and tourists are drawn to its waterfalls, hot springs, and dramatic volcanic scenery.
Monkasel (The Submarine Monument)
The sub marine monument is located in the bank of Kalimas River, on the east corner of Surabaya Plaza. A real Russian submarine in the Indonesia's Navy Armada (1952). There are also a lot of facilities around the submarine like Swarga Park, Water Tour, Stage, Monument videorama, Restaurant, Art Shop etc.
Purwodadi Botanical Garden
Founded in 1941 for the study of plants growing under relatively dry conditions, lie about 30 kms northeast of Malang, just off the Surabaya to Malang main road. They cover an area of about 85 ha (212 acres).
Rafting in East-Java
Excellent trip to East Java : Rafting activity at Pekalen river with Adventure Trip Route, start from pPesawahan and finish at Condong Songa Base Camp, 11,5 km. Enjoy your adventure with your family.
Trowulan : Memory of Ancient Kingdom
Trowulan is a large city located in eastern Java. The capital city of the 13th to 15th century Majapahit Kingdom, it was the heartbeat of the empire. It is now predominated by some fully-restored brick buildings and traces of a well-patterned perpendicular city canals
Beach and Marine
Eastjava's Marine and Beaches as a tourist destination choice for tourists and bussiness travellers alike. Eastjava, one of the provinces in Indonesia covering 48,000 sq.km of main land and 110,000 sq.km of waters, settled between two world class tourist destinations Yogyakarta and Bali.
Meru Betiri National Park - Between Jember and Banyuwangi districts, this park covers 580 km2 (224 sq mi). Hard to get to, it contains fantastic coastal rainforest and scenery and is home to abundant wildlife.
Alas Purwo National Park - This 434 km2 (168 sq mi) park is formed by the Blambangan Peninsula (south eastern Java). Comprising mangrove, savanna, lowland monsoon forests and excellent beaches, the park's name means First Forest in Javanese. Javanese legend says that the earth first emerged from the ocean here.
Baluran National Park - This 250 km2 (97 sq mi) national park is located in north east Java, once known as Indonesia's little piece of Africa, the parks formerly extensive savanna has been largely replaced by Acacia.
Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park - Located in East Java at the region of Probolinggo and Pasuruan, 70 km (43 mi) from Surabaya the capital city of East Java province. Mount Bromo is one of the great hiking and trekking destinations for overseas tourists. The breathtaking view of Bromo also attracts hundreds of photo enthusiasts to see the views there.
There are hundreds of Interesting vacation places in East java, with the beauty of beaches , islands , and cultures, see you on the next articles
Bali Island, the perfect holiday destination for all ages offers something for everyone. This tropical paradise has a unique blend of modern tourist facilities combined with wonderful shopping and a rich past and heritage. The Balinese people are proud of having preserved their unique Hindu culture against the advance of Islam, the dominant religion throughout Indonesia. This is still reflected in day to day life and can be seen in the numerous ceremonies, Balinese festivals and magnificent temples and palaces. Some of the best surfing beaches in the world can be found on the western side of the island whilst conversely the eastern side is a wonderful haven for families, with beautiful white sand beaches and gentle seas.
When the sun sets, the choices are still hard to make - a quiet romantic moon lit dinner or watch the spectacular Balinese Fire Dance or Kecak Dance. For those that want to party, Bali Island has it all with bars, discos and nightclubs.
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