The Most Interesting Historical Places in Java

Visit a religious landmark at Istiqlal Mosque, the largest such building in Southeast Asia. The national mosque of Indonesia, the building wa

Head for the hills and discover the ruins of an ancient settlement at Ratu Boko. Built around the 9th century, the remains of the town offer

Admire the ornate design and appreciate the atmosphere of reverence at The Palace of Yogyakarta, a royal palace and the main seat of the Sult

Walk the streets of colonial-era Jakarta in Jakarta Old Town. Dubbed “The Jewel of Asia” by European sailors, the area developed to become th

Admire the traditional Chinese architecture of Sam Po Kong Temple, a religious site dating back to the 1400s. Originally established by a Chi

Built on a mountain slope in the 15th century, Cetho Temple remains a significant landmark as it predates the influx of Islamic influences to

Admire the sleek modern design and contemplative atmosphere of Central Java Grand Mosque. The U-shaped mosque complex features three large bu

Shop for batik cloth at Kampoeng Batik Laweyan, where many shops sell the intricately patterned material traditionally made in Java. Browse a

Experience the spiritual atmosphere of a millennium-old structure at Candi Mendut (Temple), the oldest of the Buddhist temples in the area. V