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    These men have completed their second (and final) trip for the day to the crater and back, and now receive their wages in cash – approximately 60 cents (US) per kilogram, for an average US$48 per 12km return trip. A fortune in a society where the minimum wage is around US$100 per month, but at a huge health cost. by: kithamilton Views[459] At the rim, there is time for a short rest before the 5km descent to the weighing station. At the time of my visit, there were five heroes capable of carrying a 100km load. by: kithamilton Views[441] It is an arduous 1km climb from the mine up to the rim of the crater, with the workers carrying an average load of 80kg in two baskets slung across their shoulders. by: kithamilton Views[448] Risking diseases of the lungs, heart and eyes, miners extract pure sulphur as it emerges in molten form from deep within the crater by: kithamilton Views[437] Stunted trees line the rim of the Mt Ijen crater in East Java, while sulphur-drenched volcanic fumes drift over the azure lake. by: kithamilton Views[467]
     
    One of the women dancing at Yogyakarta festival by: travelingecko Views[437] In an effort to 'appease the Gods', locals sell bunches of flowers to tourists atop the still-steaming, active volcanic rim of Mt. Bromo. As the legend goes, throwing the flowers into the volcano acts as a sacrifice and keeps the volcano from erupting again. by: codename Views[590] Every city has it's character and colour, and the streets of Yogyakarta, Indonesia certainly fit the bill. I'm pretty adventurous, but even I decided against trying his street food fare. by: codename Views[773] Lunch break on the street of Yogyakarta. This man enjoys a bowl of noodles: the spicier the better. For about 30 cents Canadian, I joined in! by: codename Views[671] Just outside Yogyakarta's Kraton Complex sit these ladies selling hats. by: codename Views[819]
     
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    Photos: My Scholarship entry - Javanese brown sugar maker (Magelang, Central Java. Indonesia)

    INDONESIA | Fri, 5 Jul 2013 | By deasy | Photo Gallery | Scholarship Entry

    My name is Deasy Suryani Purba, I am freelance graphic designer who likes photography recently. I am not really interest in photography before and until now I am still continuosly developing my skill on it. By joining this contest I hope I can earn ... Read more >
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    Tags: brown, hut, indonesia, java, lady, old, sugar, traditional, village, woman

    The Controversial Sukuh Temple

    INDONESIA | Mon, 15 Oct 2012 | By dwiputras | Views [2327]

    Sukuh is a Hindu temple complex located in the Berjo village, Central Java at the foot of Mount Lawu slope at an altitude of approximately 1186 meters above sea level. It can be reached from Karanganyar that is about 20 kilometer from the temple and ... Read more >

    Tags: central, culture, indonesia, java, temple

    Borabadur Pics

    INDONESIA | Thu, 12 Apr 2012 | By tracie | Views [984]

    We all feel a little small at times and Borobudur is certainly one of those amazing places that makes you feel tiny. Minuscule in fact. My favourite part about visiting Borobudur is staying at the hotel on the massive temple's ... Read more >

    Tags: bahasa, big, borobudur, indonesia, java, jawa, lights, night, small, temple

    Off the Beaten Path: Indonesia

    INDONESIA | Fri, 24 Jun 2011 | By OffTheBeatenPath | Views [8390]

    Indonesia has long been the chosen destination of free-spirited travelers and the sprawling collection of islands provide ample opportunity for ventures to places unknown. Here are a few starters for making the most of your travels and getting off ... Read more >

    Tags: bali, cycling, food, indonesia, java, off the beaten path, southeast asia, teaching english =, travel, volunteering

    Going Local in West Java, Indonesia

    INDONESIA | Fri, 20 May 2011 | By connectlocally | Views [8404]

    A few weeks after I arrive in Indonesia, one of my host’s friends, Jamal, invites me and a few other volunteers to his village. We travel 20 minutes out of Cianjur until the rice paddies and tea plantations dissolve the highway into a bumpy mud ... Read more >

    Tags: asia, connect locally, eating, fishing, indonesia, java, locals, rice paddies, southeast asia, travel

    From Bali to Java with Enthusiasm

    INDONESIA | Sun, 27 Mar 2011 | By mpreece7 | Views [589]

    ou know that place in movies where a car of friends breaks down and half of them are saying things like "Guy's we can't stay here." "It's weird we need to get out ASAP." And a couple others are saying, "Oh come on it's ... Read more >

    Tags: bali, indonesia, java, solo, travel

    Photos: Java, Indonesia

    INDONESIA | Mon, 4 Oct 2010 | By codename | Photo Gallery

    On a recent trip through the Indonesian island of Java, I was struck by both the stunning natural and manmade landscapes, as well as the overwhelming friendliness of the people. These are 5 of my favorite photos that portray some of Java's uniqueness.... Read more >
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    Tags: indonesia, java

    Java

    INDONESIA | Tue, 27 Jan 2009 | By ryanandjo | Views [2082] | Comments [4]

    Our stay in Lovina was very relaxing and we spent our days lazing by the pool and chatting to other travellers staying at the hotel, it was too hot to do anything else! Just outside the hotel was a warung (small cafe selling home cooked food) where ... Read more >

    Tags: borobudur, java, mount bromo, prambanan, yogyakarta

     

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