Articles tagged ‘Bogor’
Istana Kelinci: Bogor, West Java
By Barrie | April 26th, 2008 |
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Welcome to Istana Kelinci (Bunny Palace), a kennel for rabbits in Bogor famous among pet lovers and research students. Located in a neighborhood on Jl. Perintis 1, Mekarjaya village in Ciomas district, the kennel keeps more than 200 rabbits of various breeds in four large cages. The 5,000-square meter area is also where people entrust [...]
Indonesians in Focus: Endah Lasmadiwati
By Barrie | April 22nd, 2008 | Add a Comment »
In the past, Endah Lasmadiwati had been a famous Balinese dance trainer at seven dance studios in Jakarta. But in 1980, life took a bad twist when all the studios went bankrupt, leaving her depressed, sick and almost paralyzed. In this desperate situation she prayed to regain her strength, through meditation and fasting. She learned [...]
Emmanuel Foundation: Jakarta, West Java
By Barrie | March 24th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
The unfortunate side to the demise of Soeharto is that abject poverty and slum areas have increased immensely and the gap between the rich and the poor, worsened. Even more intolerable is the apathy of the Indonesian government and those in private organisations making any headway to solve this crisis. It is all left to [...]
Save Bogor Historical Sites: Bogor, West Java
By Barrie | March 14th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
Archaeologists are worried a plan to construct new housing in Pasir Eurih village in the Tamansari district of Bogor will destroy 70 historical sites from an ancient, mysterious Sudanese kingdom. According to research conducted by students of Pakuan University in Bogor and the University of Indonesia in Depok, 33 of the sites are worship pillars [...]
The Bogor Botanical Gardens: Bogor, West Java
By Barrie | February 22nd, 2008 | Add a Comment »
When it comes to any form of horticulture then I am there. I am what you call a keen gardener. Yeah I know, sounds crazy for a guy but it’s this passion I have for beauty in the floral world of Indonesia. There are numerous botanical gardens in Indonesia including an excellent one at Candikunung [...]
Making Wine from Exotic Fruits
By Barrie | February 7th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
As you know already I am a great devourer of fruit and I have all that I want to choose from albeit seasonal. Star Fruit, Rambutan, Mangoes and the ilk are some of my favourites. But, the thought never occurred to me of making wine from these or any other kind of exotic fruit.
Barongsai Makers: Bogor, West Java
By Barrie | February 6th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
The month before Chinese New Year is always the busiest time of the year for Lily Hambaly and her team as they work to finish dozens of barongsai (lion dance) masks and costumes. In their workshop on Jl. Roda in Bogor, Lily’s team made 20 costumes for the traditional Chinese lion dance in December.
Owa Jawa Monkeys Return to Forest
By Barrie | February 1st, 2008 | Add a Comment »
The Cikananga Animal Rescue Center in Sukabumi turned over six Owa Jawa monkeys (Hylobates moloch) for rehabilitation before their release back to the forest. The endangered monkeys were brought to the Owa Jawa Rescue and Rehabilitation Center, at the Bedogol resort in Bogor’s Gede Pangrango Mountain National Park.
Ecologist Helps Environment
By Barrie | January 17th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
For ecologist Elizabeth Linda Yuliani, the rich ecosystem of Lake Sentarum National Park in West Kalimantan is highly enjoyable because the surrounding provides breathtaking views to explore. Linda recalled that when she visited the park for the first time in December 2004, she was astonished.
New-Depok Manggarai Service Launched: Jakarta, West Java
By Barrie | January 4th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
State-owned railway company PT Kereta Api launched Thursday its new South Line train, which will run between Depok in West Java and Manggarai in South Jakarta. During the morning rush hour, commuters crowd into the economy-class trains that currently serve the route. Due to overcrowding, sometimes passengers can be seen hanging out of train doors [...]
