About Indonesian
Identification. The Republic of Indonesia, the world's fourth most populous nation, has 203 million people living on nearly one thousand permanently settled islands. Some two-to-three hundred ethnic groups with their own languages and dialects range in population from the Javanese (about 70 million) and Sundanese (about 30 million) on Java, to peoples numbering in the thousands on remote islands.
The nature of Indonesian national culture is somewhat analogous to that of India—multicultural, rooted in older societies and interethnic relations, and developed in twentieth century nationalist struggles against a European imperialism that nonetheless forged that nation and many of its institutions. The national culture is most easily observed in cities but aspects of it now reach into the countryside as well. Indonesia's borders are those of the Netherlands East Indies, which was fully formed at the beginning of the twentieth century, though Dutch imperialism began early in the seventeenth century.
Indonesian culture has historical roots, institutions, customs, values, and beliefs that many of its people share, but it is also a work in progress that is undergoing particular stresses at the beginning of the twenty-first century.
Location and Geography. Indonesia, the world's largest archipelago nation, is located astride the equator in the humid tropics and extends some 2,300 miles (3,700 kilometers) east-west, about the same as the contiguous United States. It is surrounded by oceans, seas, and straits except where it shares an island border with East Malaysia and Brunei on Borneo (Kalimantan); with Papua New Guinea on New Guinea; and with Timor Loro Sae on Timor. West Malaysia lies across the Straits of Malaka, the Philippines lies to the northeast, and Australia lies to the south.
The archipelago's location has played a profound role in economic, political, cultural, and religious developments there. For more than two thousand years, trading ships sailed between the great civilizations of India and China via the waters and islands of the Indies. The islands also supplied
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VACATION TOURS KALIMANTAN
East Kalimantan - East Kalimantan, a major producer of oil and timber, is the most economically vital province on the island. Its capital, Samarinda, the center of the timber industry, bustles with activity, while the city of Balikpapan, the hub of Kalimantan oil industry, welcomes business travelers with a variety of international standard facilities and attractions. But commerce is far from the only cause to visit the province. Spread out over East Kalimantan vast area are a number of superb natural and cultural attractions. Visitors to the province can trek through the forests to visit indigenous Dayak villages, where extended families live together in traditional longhouses, practicing their ancient rituals and creating a stunning variety of arts and crafts. A visit to the Kutai Game Reserve, home to orangutans and other wildlife, a trip to the Orchid Reservation, which cultivates 27 different species of the exotic flower, or a journey down the white waters of the Makaham River by raft are all experiences guaranteed to leave an unforgettable impression. And for travelers looking for the ultimate tropical experience, Derawan Island, off East Kalimantan coast, offers pristine white beaches, excellent snorkeling and diving, and glimpses of exotic animals such as sea cows and huge green turtles.
Sagita Balikpapan Hotel Kalimantan DescriptionHotel Sagita Balikpapan, Kalimantan is the preferred abode for the vacationers as well as the business travelers. Blending classic accommodation with outstanding hospitality services the Hotel Sagita Balikpapan is reckoned as one of the leading hotels in Kalimantan. The visitors can choose from a vast collection of 101 elegantly furnished rooms comprising business room, deluxe room, executive room, executive suite, rose land suite and junior suite.
Aston Ketapang City Hotel Kalimantan DescriptionThis is a 3 star hotel and consider as a superior tourist class of property. The first Internationally managed hotel in west of Kalimantan. Spices restaurant in the hotel is the one and only services available in the city that can cover up to 500 pax. (JH 30/06/2009) Note: The description above was provided by our hotel partners.
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Hotel Benakutai BalikpapanDescription:Hotel Benakutai Balikpapan - East Borneo, is located within 15 minutes drive from Sepinggan International Airport. Hotel Benakutai Balikpapan is situated right in the heart of Balikpapan, gateway to East Kalimantan. Hotel Benakutai Balikpapan offering a total concept of comfortable accommodation, well-equipped banquet and convention facilities, extending most personalized services conceding to the business executive's demands.Hotel Benakutai Balikpapan services and facilities 24 hours Room Service • Restaurants & Bar • Catering services • Outdoor swimming pool • fitness club & sauna • Banquet
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