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Indonesian Vocabulary for Valentine’s Day Posted by sasha on Feb 12, 2015
Love is in the air as Valentine’s Day (Hari Valentine) approaches. As is the case in many countries all around the world, February 14th is a day for couples to show their love and singles to be miserable. In Indonesia, it’s common for guys to take their girlfriend (pacar) out on a date (kencan). Common…
Asking Questions in Indonesian Posted by sasha on Feb 5, 2015
Learn how to ask questions in Indonesian with this instructional video. Listen to a native speaker and repeat to practice!
Water Castle and Malioboro Street Video Tour Posted by sasha on Feb 2, 2015
For a fun day in Yogyakarta, start by exploring Taman Sari (also known as the Water Castle). A former pleasure garden of the sultan and royal family, part of this once grand complex has been restored and is open for visitors. Then, stroll along Mailoboro Street to shop for batik, check out the bustling streets…
The Art of Wayang Kulit Posted by sasha on Jan 27, 2015
The arts are an important part of Indonesian culture, whether you’re traveling on Sumatra or Papua. One of the most famous performing arts in this spread out archipelago nation is wayang kulit, or shadow puppets. Let’s take a closer look at this ancient performing art, starting with the origins of the name. What Does Wayang…
The Kraton and Water Castle of Jogja Posted by sasha on Jan 20, 2015
Two of the most popular tourist attractions in Jogja are the Kraton and Taman Sari, also known as the “Water Castle.” Let’s take a closer look at these two historical Javanese sights. Kraton Completed in 1790, this grand palace complex still houses the Sultan of Yogyakarta and is used for important ceremonies. Since Indonesian independence…
How to Count to 100 in Indonesian Posted by sasha on Jan 14, 2015
Learn how to count to 100 in Indonesian with this short instructional video. Follow along and then practice on your own!
Streets, Beats & Eats – Yogyakarta Posted by sasha on Jan 12, 2015
Yogyakarta is the cultural center of Java and one of Indonesia’s most popular cities. Join the Grateful Gypsies on a tour taking in some of the attractions, cool places to hang out, restaurants, and nightlife of the city many know simply as Jogja.