See what the experts are saying about Pangandaran. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Introduction
Jakarta's history began as a flourishing port north of the city and developed southward over the centuries. Five autonomous municipalities emerged, together offering a veritable city of contrasts. As off-putting as the overpopulation and traf... Continue reading »
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History
Archaeological findings trace the history of modern-day Jakarta back to the fifth century. The ancient monument at Tanjung Priok Port (close to Cilincing Coastline) disclosed that by the 16th century, it became a thriving port city known as S... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
Jakarta is home to more than 10 million people, mostly migrants from all over the archipelago seeking greener pastures in the country's nerve center. Although the thought of finding somewhere to stay in this teeming city might sound like a da... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
Jakarta is a world-class culinary hybrid where ethnic Indonesian and global influences come together to produce diversity and a spectrum of intercontinental fusion foods with a local twist. As the capital of a developing, predominantly Muslim... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
Jakarta is a fascinating city of wide contrasts, a melting pot of cultures from across the Indonesian archipelago and beyond. It therefore comes as no surprise that you can find a wide range of entertainment to suit most tastes, from cheap an... Continue reading »
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Tours
Visitors planning to explore Jakarta's every nook and cranny are often advised two things: dress comfortably and avoid the buses. The blistering sun may make for a unpleasant journey if you intend to do a fair bit of walking, so remember to p... Continue reading »
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Getting there
b>Getting There: By Air: Jakarta is serviced by the Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (+62 550 5179 /http://www.angkasapura2.co.id) located 20km northwest of the city. Its two terminals house the following major airlines: Air A... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
Jakarta Country: Indonesia Jakarta by the Numbers: Population: 9.3 million Elevation: 98 feet Average January Temperature: 80 degrees F Average July Temperature: 81 degrees F Quick Facts: Electricity: 220 volts, 50Hz, rounded two-pin pl... Continue reading »
Pangandaran Travel Experiences
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Handicrafts in Tasikmalya
If there is something interesting to see, there is usually a hawker nearby trying to sell hats, bags, or key chains emblazoned with the p... Continue reading »
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Liz's Birthday in Pangadaran's Paradise
An early start to the day led to a very LONG travelling adventure, including 4 hours by train, 6 hours by bus, a few cabs and culminatin... Continue reading »
