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Tourist Attractions in Java. Java is a wonderful island that is marked by great scenic beauty and magical charm. The swaying palm trees long stretches of sandy beaches will make your holiday a worthwhile experience. Here, you can bask in the sun and extract complete fun out of it. For all those, who love sun, sand and sea, this is the ideal place to be. There are various shopping destinations and entertainment venues in this place. During your trip to Java, do not miss out the wide array of Tourist Attractions in Java.

At Java, you can find a number of parks, monuments, museums, monasteries and architectural sites. During your Java Travel, you can find various tour operators who arrange for various exciting and interesting tours so that the travelers can explore the island to the fullest. You can go for a guided tour or a private tour. Some of the major tours that can be undertaken during your trip are wildlife tours, pilgrimage tours, central Java and Cultural tours, Madura Bull race tour and many others. These tours include various places of sightseeing as well.

Some of the major Java Tourist Attractions include the following

Bromo-Tengger National Park Java

Bromo-Tengger National Park, Java is certainly one of those must visited sites for you without which your Java Tours will remain incomplete. This is a beautiful national park is named after its two mountains -- Mount Semeru the highest mountain in Java and Mount Bromo, the most popular one in the entire country. Bromo-Tengger National Park, Java is undoubtedly one of the most well known and most frequently visited Tourist Attractions in Java.

Bromo-Tengger National Park, Java is a popular hiking destination with the Mount Bromo. Mount Bromo with its edges tinged with white sulphur and always bubbling, is the main attraction here. The most common activity that you can go for while in Bromo-Tengger National Park in Java, is visiting this still smoldering Mount Bromo. It is located in the moonscape of a caldera which is a large crater caused by the violent explosion of a volcano that collapses into a depression. The caldera is known as the Sand Sea or ‘Pasir Laut'.

If you have that adventurous streak in you, you can reach Mount Bromo on foot. For this, you need to take the left fork at Cemoro Lawang's crossing, head down the ramp into the caldera and then across the caldera to the Hindu temple at the foot of the mountain. You will find a steep path of 250 steps from the temple leading to the edge of the crater. There is also a meter-wide ledge from where you can gaze into the volcano.

Bromo-Tengger National Park, Java has more exciting activities on offer. For example, you can go for climbing the Mount Semeru which rises 3676 meters. The volcanic fumes and possibilities of eruption make it challenging and thrilling. Or, you can opt for viewing a beautiful sunrise over the Bromo and Mt. Semeru. For this, you can climb the Mt. Penanjikan. You should start out at 3 am to catch the sunrise at around 5 am. You can have the view from the quiet first viewpoint, which will take just about 45-60 minutes to hike to. Or, you can hike to the top.

Bromo ranks among the active volcanoes in Indonesia. It is also known as Gunung Bromo in the local language and is a major tourist attraction in the country. The area is well known for trekking and hiking excursions. Nature and adventure lovers undertake tours to Bromo all over the year.

Jalan Kembang Jepun Java

Coming to Java, make sure to visit the major destination of Jalan Kembang Jepun, Java. This is one of the major Tourist Attractions in Java that is thronged by travelers from all across the world. Jalan Kembang Jepun, Java, was originally named so because of the predominance of the houses with Japanese prostitutes in the area. But over the years, it has developed in to a major business district. Make sure to visit this place and mane your trip to Java a remarkable experience.

Jalan Kembang Jepun in Java is also a hub of Surabaya's largest Chinese quarter. You can site this place at the close proximity to Kalimas. For the convenience of the traders and the business men, you can find a large number of inns and small eateries at the edges of the Jalan Kembang Jepun, Java. You can find large number of hookers from Japan as well very near to the place. It is because of this, the place is at present called Kembang Jepun.

At the southern location of the Jalan Kembang Jepun in Java, you can find the famous temple of Hok An Kiong. This temple was built during the 18th century by Chinese traders as a mark of honor to the proctection goddess of the sailors called Mazu. The temple was built completely of wood maintaining the traditional style by local Chinese craftsmen. Here brilliant shows of the Chinese hand-puppet performances are arranged daily for the advantage of the assembled divine beings.

Very close to this place, you can also find some other the oldest Chinese shrine of Surabaya. At these temples, you can worship the deities and spend some great time as well.

Near this place, you can also locate the renowned "Red Bridge" across the Kali Mas canal.

The commercial district of the Jalan Kembang Jepun, Java features wide range of worn out Dutch ware-houses and office buildings. Chinatown is large included in the Jalan Kembang Jepun. The old houses and the wide arrays of shops are the important feature of the place.

Ronggowarsito Museum Java

Ronggowarsito Museum, Java is one of the most well known and most frequently visited Tourist Attractions in Java. The museum is located in JI. Abdulrachman Saleh at the Kalibanteng junction complex. Ronggowarsito Museum, Java has a rich collection of antiquities, Javanese handicrafts and artworks, photo documentaries, paintings. Also, there are archaeological and historical artifacts like inscriptions, fossils, heirlooms, statues and other items.

Ronggowarsito Museum, Java is located in Semarang which is the capital of Central Java in Indonesia. This beautiful city derives its name from the Javanese words ‘asem' and ‘arang'. The city is home to some of the most famous tourist attraction sites and this museum is one of them. The museum consists of four buildings and each consists of two floors.

Ronggowarsito was a well known 19th century poet laureate of the Kasunanan Palace of Surakarta. His famous work is the ‘Serat Kalatidha' which states the future codes of conduct. The museum is named after this famous personality from the literary realm. Ronggowarsito Museum in Java boasts of a huge collection of antic items and there approximately 8300 items in the collection. The inscriptions bear testimony of the past history of Semarang. If you are interested in art and history, then you have reasons here to rejoice, for this art and cultural museum reflects the rich culture of Semarang. A national pride of Semarang, the Ronggowarsito Museum, Java is immensely popular among the local people as well as the international tourists.

The items at the museum have been well preserved. The Ronggowarsito Museum, Java remains open everyday from Tuesday to Sunday from 8 am in the morning to 2 pm in the afternoon. The museum remains closed on Mondays only. Apart from Ronggowarsito Museum, Java, you will find several other places of interest in Java which you cannot miss while you travel to this beautiful land. Some of the other popular sightseeing places in Java are - Monkasel, Tugu Pahlawan, Jalan Kembang Jepun, Simpang Lima, Tugu Muda, Jalan Kapasan and Bromo-Tengger National Park.

Tugu Muda Java

Tugu Muda, Java is one of the several sites in Semarang which you must include in your list of sightseeing places as part of your Java Tours. Tugu Muda speaks a lot about the land, its historic and cultural connections, its people and their toil. Tugu Muda is also known as the Youth Monument. It is actually a monument to the heroes of the independence struggle of Indonesia. Tugu Muda, Java is regarded as one of the most prominent landmarks of Semarang and can be counted on as one of the major Tourist Attractions in Java.

Tugu Muda, Java was built to commemorate the war between the Japanese soldiers and the Indonesian freedom fighters. It was the former headquarter of the Japanese army during the Second World War. Thus, it naturally deserves a special mention for its impressive architecture and considerable historical importance. You can locate Tugu Muda right in front of Gedung Lawang Sewu and Semarang Cathedral at the end of Jalan Pemuda which is considered as one of the major shopping streets of the city. If you are coming from Simpang Lima, you will find this monument to the west of Simpang Lima.

Tugu Muda, Java has several other places of interest nearby. There are plenty of Old Dutch Buildings around this monument and one of the most well known one among them is the Lawang Sewu or the ‘thousand windows'. Apart from Tugu Muda, Java, you will find several other places of interest in Java which you cannot miss while you travel to this beautiful land. Some of the other popular sightseeing places in Java are - Monkasel, Tugu Pahlawan, Jalan Kembang Jepun, Simpang Lima, Jalan Kapasan, Ronggowarsito Museum and Bromo-Tengger National Park.

Jalan Kapasan Java

Jalan Kapasan, Java can be considered as one of the Tourist Attractions in Java. Java, an island of Indonesia is the site of its capital city Jakarta. The historical importance of Java can be accorded to the fact that it was once the center of the mighty Hindu kingdoms and the hub of the colonial Dutch East Indies. Java is the most populous island in the world and also the one of the most densely populated regions in world. Jalan Kapasan, Java will make for an off-the-track destination for you on your Java Tours.

Jalan Kapasan, Java is quite well known as one of the several Chinatowns in Surabaya. The historic China town is found around Klenteng Dukuh in Jalan Kapasan. Klenteng Dukuh is temple which is red in color. Coming here, you will find the Chinese characters for ‘Peace' and ‘Prosperity' colored in gold above the burning candles and incense. Apart from Jalan Kapasan in Java, there are several Chinatowns in Surabaya at Kembang Jepun, Jembatan Merah, Kalianyar, Undaan and Pasar Besar.

Apart from Jalan Kapasan, Java, you will find several other places of interest in Java which you cannot miss while you travel to this beautiful land. Some of the other popular sightseeing places in Java are - Monkasel, Tugu Pahlawan, Jalan Kembang Jepun, Simpang Lima, Tugu Muda, Ronggowarsito Museum and Bromo-Tengger National Park.

Monkasel Java

Monkasel, Java is one of the most popular Tourist Attractions in Java. Over the years, its popularity increased and is visited by travelers from all corners of the world. Monkasel, Java is a sub marine monument that is located at Surabaya. This place is blessed with nature with its best. Set amidst the tropical paradise, this monument is one of the major tourism objects. The scenic beauty of Surabaya is sure to sweep you off your feet. Coming to this place in Java, make sure to visit the amazing Monkasel, Java.

Monkasel, Java can be sited at the bank of Kalimas River. It is placed on the eastern corners of the Surabaya Plaza in the heart of the city. Monkasel, Java is at the Permuda Street. The monument was started by the chief staff of the Indonesian Navy.

Monkasel in Java was built with some purpose. It was built to encourage the society to love the sea, to inherit the national history as a marine nation, to honor the freedom heroes, to enhance the tourism and to protect the worth of nationality.

Close to the Monkasel in Java, you can find various shops and galleries. From the shops, you can buy various souvenirs for your loved ones. Shopping can be a great fun at this place. You can find an art shop near the monument. There are arrangements, where you can view the Monument video drama.

You can find some restaurant near Monkasel, Java. These restaurants cater delectable culinary delights. You can have an absolute gastronomical bliss dining at these restaurants. There are stages near the sub marine monument, where important functions and events are arranged. Go for a water tour and enjoy yourself to the fullest. This exciting and interesting water tour will make your trip a worthwhile experience. You can go for rafting on the sea as well.

In the close proximity to the Monkasel, Java, you can find various other places of interest, which include Swarga Park, Purwodadi Botanical Garden, Bromo Mountain and many others.

Simpang Lima Java

Simpang Lima, Java is actually an expansive square at the heart of Semarang. The words ‘Simpang Lima' can be translated into ‘five intersection'. The fact that this place is regarded today as one of the major Tourist Attractions in Java is evident from the large numbers of shopping malls, cinema, theatres and restaurants which are centered around this square. Simpang Lima, Java remains as one of the must visit sites for you as part of your Java Tours.

Simpang Lima, Java is considered as the most happening spot in Semarang and you will find this place thronged with people. This is the ideal place in Semarang where you can indulge in shopping, dining and other entertainment activities. You can eat, drink, be merry and soak into the ambience here or simply sit in a quiet corner in a café and watch the world passing by. Simpang Lima is one of the several attractive sightseeing places in Semarang. Although better known as a business center, Semarang has its fair share in tourism with its monuments, temples, beaches and other historical sites which are worth a visit.

Coming to Simpang Lima, Java, you will find large numbers of food stalls which offer anything and everything from varieties of Indonesian and Javanese food to regular western fare. In fact, this is the best place to savor lip smacking local specialties in a price which is extremely affordable and at times, really cheap. If you are passing by the place in the early morning, you will catch a sight of the people are jogging along the street. Come evening and the place is teeming with people window-shopping or walking.

If you love shopping, then you have reasons to arrive at Simpang Lima, Java, for this place boasts of a large numbers of wonderful shops and boutiques strewn all along the area. In short, this is the best place to experience the flavor of the bustling town life. Apart from Simpang Lima, Java, you will find several other places of interest in Java which you cannot miss while you travel to this beautiful land. Some of the other popular sightseeing places in Java are - Monkasel, Tugu Pahlawan, Jalan Kembang Jepun, Ronggowarsito Museum, Tugu Muda, Jalan Kapasan and Bromo-Tengger National Park.

Tugu Pahlawan Java

Tugu Pahlawan, Java, represents the heroic spirits of the heroes who sacrificed their lives during the independence war. Also known as the "Heroes Monument", this has turned in to one of the major Tourist Attractions in Java. Surabaya in Java has a number of military statues, but the Tugu Pahlawan, Java is definitely the most impressive one. This tall and majestic building is an important landmark that draws millions of visitors from all corners of the world.

Tugu Pahlawan in Java has a rocket like structure that seems to point towards the moon. You can site this impressive and imposing structure in Taman Kebunrojo, opposite to the office of the East Java Governor in Jalan Pahlawan. The square on which Tugu Pahlawan in Java is located is again an amazing place that can be access easily. This huge open square has a pillar like structure in its middle. Alongside, you can also find some small museum that is dotted around the edges of the square.

Tugu Pahlawan, Java is moderately tall and rises up to 45 yards. This statue is not at all elaborately decorated and does not even boasts of its rich architecture. The simplicity of the statue seems to be a deliberate plan by the architects to suggest modest, rather than aggression and pride. The monument becomes a major point of attraction every November 10th, when the whole country celebrates "Heroes Day" to honor those heroes who died during the war of independence.

Tugu Pahlawan, Java was initially the site of the prestigious Kenpetai Building, which houses courts of the colonial justice ministry. It is said that the Japanese army used this place during the war as a detention center to inflict torture to the local people. It is even reported that this monument was bombed by the Japanese at the end of their occupation. You can still find the remnants of the building's entrance, which stands as the backdrop for the statue of the heroes located at the southern part of the Kebunrojo Garden.