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23 things to do in Indonesia
Baliem Valley Festival
Witness one of the most spectacular cultural events in the world and taste the life in Papua New Guinea
Wayang Kulit Puppet Theatre
This art from ancient times is fascinating even without understanding the language—enjoy the music and the mysterious dance of shadows!
Pacu Jawi (Cow Race)
An extreme tradition to celebrate the rice harvest
Kelimutu Crater Lakes
You never know which colours of the lakes you'll find when you reach up the top—it depends on the mood of the spirits inhabiting the waters
Pink Beach, Komodo Island
An idyllic retreat spot at an official UNESCO World Heritage Site with clear turquoise water, green hills, endless blue skies, and striking pink sands
Climbing Puncak Jaya (Carstensz Pyramid)
Though not the highest one, this mountain is one of the most demanding in the world
Rice Terraces
Visit iconic lush green rice paddies where farming is still done the same way it was hundreds of years ago
Krakatoa Island and Volcano
Visit one of the most deadly volcanoes in the world while it's still in a peaceful state
Heaven Light (Jomblang Cave)
Witness the mystical heavenly light coming in through the hole in the cave
Idul Fitri (Lebaran)
A time when life slows down in the cities, so people can feast and celebrate
Cocoa Harvest
Witness various stages of chocolate production in Indonesia
Diving in Raja Ampat
The scuba diving heaven of Indonesia is like no other place on earth
Padar Island
Explore one of the most beautiful islands in Indonesia
Chinese New Year
Celebrated by millions of Chinese Indonesians this holiday brings lots of color and joy
Holy Week & Easter
Delve into regional peculiarities of Easter celebration in Indonesia
New Year's Eve in Indonesia
Check out the most exquisite ways to celebrate NYE in Indonesia