Pulau Saparua: Tracing the Roots of Conflict in South Maluku
The spectre of tumult is never too far from sight on quiet Saparua, even if these violent phantoms seem to have receded into the distance.
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Banda Neira: (Very) Vague Guide to Maluku’s Prettiest Island
Our correspondent was lucky enough to reach Maluku and fell deeply for its soporific island outliers.
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We, the old men shouting at clouds of EitM, would never presume that strangers want to work with us. That said, people do sometimes ask to contribute. That’s a great thing, and we’re always glad when that happens. If you’re…
Kayu Putih: The Healing Power of Indonesia’s Miracle Oil
The eucalyptus tree produces a scent that brings to mind, etc etc etc. Story about a really useful and evocative type of oil that people tend to swear by in the archipelago.
Manado City: [Very] Vague Guide to The Hub of Minahasa Tradition
Those who wish to know a place should head for its heart... or something of that ilk. Anyway, interesting place in Sulawesi, this.
Heritage Smoke: The Kretek Museum of Kudus
Our correspondent, a committed smoker, finds much to inhale at this historical site in Central Java.
Javanese / Bahasa Jowo Language Primer
Our correspondent, upon learning a little about how to communicate in Central and East Java, shares a related linguistic guide.
In Search of Quiet, Part 2: (Yet More) Places (in Indonesia) a Way Away From Elsewhere
Our correspondent compiles other locales for visitors to forget themselves for a while.
Out-Of-The-Way: Indonesian Locations Ripe for Visiting
One of the lesser-heralded joys of visiting Indonesia is that of simply exploring without purpose, as evidenced by traipsing around this selection of treasure chests.
Intriguing Indonesia: Tradition and Lore for the Curious Visitor
Whilst Indonesia has plenty to entice visitors, it is the hidden depths that often offer the most compelling allure. Here are seven such examples.