Prior to Nyepi celebration in Bali this year, earlier this week at Batubolong Beach in front of Hotel Tugu Bali a Melasti ceremony took place. The annual washing of the temple equipments before Nyepi. Priests from every part of Bali have to wash their temple paraphernalia in the sea as part of a cleansing ritual …
Facing the turquoise sea and the sunrise over the majestic Mount Rinjani, Hotel Tugu Lombok is one of the most peaceful places on this earth, a dreamlike beauty that is almost otherworldly, whispering tales of romantic legends and tales of ancient Indonesian kingdoms under a million stars. Perfect for your St. Val’s day indulgence, The …
Malang’s nostalgic atmosphere results from the fact that Dutch planters and civil Malang used to be a retirement city, until the early 1900s. Many old houses and buildings from ‘Tempo Doeloe’ (Dutch Colonial times) are still available and well maintain. Being a city of preserving memories, small antiques shops awaits filled with trinkets and worth …
Embark on an unforgettable experience to Bromo Mountain with Tugu Hotels. Enjoy a once in a lifetime private breakfast/luncheon viewing one the most iconic craters of the world, blessed by the first light of the day. Tugu Hotel’s Exclusive offer starts from IDR 5.500.000++ for 2 nights. Your stay will include: – 2 nights retreat …
Singhasari temple circa 1907. Singhasari temple was built during the period of Singhasari kingdom, first half of the 13th century, and considered a great examples of Hindu-Javanese arts. It mark the gradual transformation of Hindu architecture into Javanese forms and also reflect the increasing syncretism of Hinduism and Buddhism. This temple was mentioned in Javanese …
One way to discover the beauty of East Java from above, over the blanket of cloud, is to hike Mt. Butak. Located in between the city of Blitar & Malang with elevation of 2.868 meters & categorized as non-volcanic, the other uniqueness of this mountain lay on this one spot called Cemoro Kandang, a large …
Experience the true soul of Java in the majestic natural landscape of Kawisari Coffee plantation, one of the largest and oldest coffee plantation on the island from the Dutch colonial Goverment in 1870. Located in the slopes of Mount Kelud, Kawisari coffee plantation streches over rolling green hills and valleys, waterfalls and rivers – it …
Java is the heart of Indonesia. An island of megacities, mesmerising natural beauty, magical archaeological sites and profound traditions in art, music and dance. Boasting a dazzling array of bewitching landscapes – iridescent rice paddies, smoking volcanoes, rainforest and savannah, not to mention virgin beaches – most journeys here are defined by scenic excesses. …
Blitar, the closest town to Mount Kelud volcano, has been known as one of the most powerful and well-respected volcanoes in Java, and is still active to this day. Around the Regency of Blitar, there are various plantations of all sizes that have been there since centuries. The commodities planted are usually coffee, tea, rubber, …
A long time ago the prosperous kingdom of Daha in Kediri, East Java was ruled by King Syrengga. The king’s favourite daughter, Dewi Kilisuci, was a legendary beauty who had infamously broken the hearts of many hopeful suitors. One day two malevolent kings, Lembu Suro and Mahesa Suro, both mesmerized by Dewi Kilisuci’s beauty, asked …