You’re going to love these amazing places to visit in Indonesia

While in Jakarta, take note of the bustling city life, soak up the beaches in Bali, and don’t forget the culture treasures in Yogyakarta, shopping in Bandung and indulge in the nightlife and culinary offerings across the islands.

The most popular and richest heritage sites include the Borobudur and Prambanan temples which feature exquisite stone carvings. Traditional villages along with ancient rituals in Java and Bali are evidence of the wonderfully rich culture Indonesia has.

Indonesian dishes offer a wide variety, make sure you try nasi goreng (fried rice), the spicy rendang, gado-gado, and satay skewers. You can taste the traditional street food in every region perfectly seasoned with unique local spices.

Definitely yes! Bali is well known for the extravagant wellness retreats it offers. You can have a taste of Balinese massaging, yoga by the riverside in Ubud, and nature resorts in Lombok and Java

If you’re thinking about going island hopping or heading to the beach, the dry season from April to October is perfect. If you want to travel outdoors and enjoy some fresh air and sunshine, avoid the monsoon months of November till March.

Consider the volcano treks on Mount Bromo or Mount Rinjani, jungle treks in Sumatra, or waterfall and rice terrace walks in Bali and Flores.

Wae Rebo in Flores and Toraja in Sulawesi are stunning places rich in culture with incredible scenic views. Sumba is also a remote island that is perfect for untouched culture and nature. 

You can celebrate Nyepi which is Bali’s day of silence, experience the spiritually uplifting Galungan festival, and join the colorful cultural parades in Java and Sumatra during local festivities. 

Indonesian youth enjoy the local pop music and movies that are popular because of Korean and Western culture. Social media influencers and local content creators are the new face of culture.

You can get batiks, handmade silver, Balinese wood carvings, local coffee, and other traditional crafts from the market in Yogyakarta, Ubud, and many more places.