Visit Central Java
Central Java is a beautiful region of Indonesia located in the west-central part of the country. It's home to the city of Semarang, one of Indonesia's largest cities and a popular tourist destination. While in Central Java, tourists can visit Borobudur Temple, an ancient Buddhist temple complex that dates back to the 8th century. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers stunning views from its terraces and is one of the world's most renowned monuments. For an up close look at Indonesia's unique wildlife, visitors can explore Meru Betiri National Park which is home to many species including tigers and Javanese eagles.
Central Java has a rich cultural history, having been inhabited by humans since prehistoric times. Interesting historical facts include its role in declaring independence from Dutch rule during World War II and its former status as a major center for producing batik fabrics until modern times when production shifted to other areas like Yogyakarta or East Java.
Central Java has a rich cultural history, having been inhabited by humans since prehistoric times. Interesting historical facts include its role in declaring independence from Dutch rule during World War II and its former status as a major center for producing batik fabrics until modern times when production shifted to other areas like Yogyakarta or East Java.
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Surakarta, Demak, Semarang, Gatak, Ceper, Balapulang, Blora, Sragen, Welahan, Baturaden, Adiwerna, Delanggu, Randudongkal, Wiradesa, Salatiga, Purwodadi, Boyolali, Dukuhturi, Baki, Kedungwuni, Selogiri, Juwana, Bulakamba, Pekalongan, Ungaran, Cepu, Batang, Wonopringgo, Tegal, Jogonalan, Jatiroto, Wedi, Sokaraja, Jaten, Gombong, Banyumas, Grogol, Tarub, Slawi, Ambarawa, Jekulo, Wangon, Buaran, Sidareja, Trucuk, Weleri, Petarukan, Kroya, Purbalingga, Magelang, Kota Magelang, Kudus, Mranggen, Pati, Lasem, Ketanggungan, Wonosobo, Kutoarjo, Ngemplak, Muntilan ...