North Sulawesi
On the northwestern outskirts of Gorontalo, this ruined Portuguese fort is on a hill overlooking Danau Limboto. The ruined remains include three simple…
Must-see attractions in Indonesia
Kalimantan
There are 57 species of orchids in this isolated preserve about 16km southwest of Melak, though most flower in December and January. The final few…
Kalimantan
Lots of shops polish diamonds, but this is regarded as the official place for tourists to watch and to see how diamond purity is tested. It's 700m north…
South Sulawesi
A 1km hike ascends 80m up a service road to Telkomsel towers and sweeping vistas of the cape. Look for the sign for Pua Janggo off the main road 500m…
Ubud
The home of I Gusti Nyoman Lempad, caged birds and all, is open to the public but it's mainly used as a gallery for a group of artists that includes…
Aceh
This pretty cove is set up for families, with activities including swimming, snorkelling and a flying fox. The best views are from above, where there's a…
North Sumatra
Berastagi’s most prominent landmark is this homage to the humble cabbage, erected in 1972 as a 'thank you' for the riches it brought to the local economy.
Yogyakarta
The seat of power in the Yogya region, this imposing modern-classical complex is closed to the public but makes a good landmark on Jl A Yani.
South Sulawesi
This small but lively market is held in the village every two days, attracting locals and their wares from surrounding islands.
Kalimantan
The food stalls around Jl Halmahera and Jl Jawa run all day, but the maze of shops here comes alive at night.
Kalimantan
This small museum dedicated to Dayak culture is 17km west of Melak harbour on the road to Eheng longhouse.
Aceh
This rocky beach on the western side of Pulau Weh is ideally located for sunset viewing.
Sulawesi
This pebbly beach, 21km southwest of Bau Bau, is a favourite of locals for swimming.
Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center
Nusa Dua
Large free-standing convention and meeting complex in the centre of Nusa Dua.
North Sulawesi
A sandy beach 10km south of town blissfully devoid of hawkers and warung.
Sumba
It’s only a short stroll from most hotels to Prai Klembung and then up the hill that juts from the centre of town to Tarung and Waitabar. Kampung Waitabar…
Lombok
The official website for the park has good info and maps, and a useful section on reported scams by dodgy hiking operators.
