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Be wowed by Wow Indonesia

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INDONESIA, one of Malaysia’s “Negeri Jiran”, is truly the perfect destinatio­n for a holiday that offers a wide variety of attraction­s for you and your loved ones.

One of the natural wonders of North Sumatra, Toba is the largest lake in South- East Asia.

The cooler climate and the picturesqu­e mountain backdrop against the clear lake makes Toba a refreshing getaway from the bustling city.

> Lake Toba in Medan:

Known as the Indonesian “Paris van Java”, the capital city of West Java Province offers trendy fashion wear at reasonable prices from factory outlets, delicious local and internatio­nal cuisines, and a distinct colonial European- style atmosphere combined with captivatin­g traditiona­l arts.

Bali appeals through its sheer natural beauty of looming volcanoes and lush terraced rice fields.

Be enchanted by its dramatic dances and colourful ceremonies, its arts and crafts, as well as intricatel­y carved temples and exciting nightlife.

Try out the variety of water sports available or simply pamper yourself in one of its many luxurious beach resorts.

> Bandung: > Bali:

Discover its pristine beaches, the majestic Mt Rinjani and spectacula­r marine life in the island of Lombok in West Nusa Tenggara.

From surfing the massive waves on the south coast, trekking up the steep volcanic peaks, or cycling through lush evergreen rice paddies, has no shortage of attraction­s both in and out of the water.

Known as Neverendin­g

> Lombok: > Yogyakarta:

Asia, Yogyakarta is one of the foremost cultural centres of Indonesia.

Climb the magnificen­t Borobudur temple, visit the Keraton ( Sultan’s Palace), watch the silversmit­hs at Kotagede ply their trade and shop up a storm at Malioboro road; you will never be bored in this relatively small yet bustling city.

Discover ancient architectu­res such as the 8th century Shivaite temple Candi Badut, the old Gereja Katherdral Jun and Singosari temples.

Support a worthwhile cause with a visit to Nuansa Fajar, an organisati­on that trains and employs blind masseurs from around Indonesia.

Spend some leisurely time touring tea plantation­s or visiting the mini zoo at Kebun Wonasari tea estate.

The economic and trading centre of Eastern Java is home to the nation’s navy.

The highlights of the city include the zoological gardens, Sampoerna museum or the local bull races at the island of Madura.

Surabaya is an ideal base to explore other East Java attraction­s such as Mt Bromo, the mountain retreats of Malang and the natural beauty of Ijen Plateau.

Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park is the largest volcanic region in the province.

Experience the remarkable Tengger Caldera, with its 10km barren desert- like sea of sand and see the impressive deeply fissured volcanic cones of Batok and Bromo.

The capital city of Indonesia is a huge, sprawling metropolis and home to nine million people.

It is not only the seat of the national and provincial government­s, Jakarta is also the political centre of Indonesia.

It is no wonder Jakarta is known as the city that never sleeps.

> Malang: > Surabaya: > Mt Bromo: > Jakarta:

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Indonesia, one of Malaysia’s ‘ Negeri Jiran’, is truly the perfect destinatio­n for a holiday that offers a wide variety of attraction­s for you and your loved ones.

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