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Indonesia
The archipelago by which all other archipelagoes are measured, with innumerable islands, cultures, languages, folklore and traditions. A nation of staggering depth that could take lifetimes to unravel.
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Pohon Pengantin: The Bridal Tree of Salatiga
Our correspondent, upon exploring Central Java, stumbles across a tree with a moving past.
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Quiet Place: Destinations for the Introverts and Those Who Want Solitude
Our correspondent, having so recently found the perfect calm spot, examines a few similar locations for travellers to rest their weary bones and brains.
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Tempat Tenang: Quiet Places (in Indonesia) a Way Away From Elsewhere
Our correspondent, lost in the swirl, continues compiling out-of-the-way spots for a reflective traveller to consider.
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East Timor: Scars, Trauma and the Road to Independence
Our correspondents presents the vaguest of vague introductions to Southeast Asia’s youngest nation.
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The Devil’s Weed: Tobacco, Indonesia and the Strongest of Links
Never has there been a more symbiotic bond than ‘twixt the archipelago and tobacco.
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Sumenep: (Very) Vague Guide to the Soul of Madura
Our correspondent explores Sumenep, a region of historic significance and the cradle of modern Indonesia.
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Madura Bus Service: Crossing Barriers on Pulau Garam
Our correspondent boards a bus and encounters a fascinating snapshot of Madurese life.
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Bahasa Indonesia Primer: Numbers and Basic Transactions
Our correspondent, fixing for more bargaining in Indonesia, presents a guide to Bahasa.
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Madurese / Bahasa Madura Language Primer
Our correspondent steps onto Madura and, vernacular guide in tow, senses the rest of Indonesia withdrawing everso slightly.
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Madura Island: (Very) Vague Guide to Pulau Garam in East Java
Our correspondent, excited beyond all reason, remains grateful for the existence of this jagged slice of Indonesia.
