For those who culture enthusiast and a natural lovers, a trip to Bandung city would be highlighted. Bandung sits 768m above sea-level meaning that located on plateau where it can be cooler than other cities.
So, when visiting Bandung what sould we do?
1. The architecture
When you walk the streets of Bandung like Asia Afrika and Braga street, you will see the Ducth Colonial architecture surrounding the city, most notably the topical art deco designs that were first introduced by Henri Maclaine-Pont who wanted to incorporate both stylish design with local cultural traditions.
Savoy Homann . Credit : Wikipedia
Many of these buildings still stand today include the Institute of Technology, The Savoy Homann, Villa Isola.
2. Shopping
Locals and foreign tourists flock to Bandung for the shopping malls. In 2023 alone, the number of tourist came to Bandung was 7.7 million.
Pasar Baru Trade Center . Credit : Antara News
If you are looking for denim then you need to head to Cihampelas Street (also known as 'Jeans street') whereas if you head to either Riau street, Djuanda street or Setiabudi Street will find numerous factory outlets which sell various products at rock-bottom prices. While if you come to Otto Iskandar Dinata street will find the biggest traditional trade market in Bandung (known as 'Pasar Baru').
3. The Surrounding Area
Indonesia is a fertile country, with arable soils ideal for producing food reseources, including tea. You don't miss to explore tea plantations of Rancabali and Malabar before visiting the Walini Tea Gallery in Bandung itself where you can purchase many different Walini products.
Sukawana Tea Plantion (near Tangkuban Perahu mountain)
While in natural lovers-mode we would recommend you to take the time to visit Tangkuban Perabu Volcano Crater, Kawah Putih in Ciwidey, a sulphur volcanic lake also known as the White Crater and the Patenggang Lake which itself is surrounded by tea plantations.
There are also various waterfalls and hot springs that are not to be missed. As you want to enjoy a tracking while being a bit history nerd, you could visit Tahura (Djuanda Forest Park) which is a conservation and botanical garden located not so far from center of Bandung.
4. The Food
Batagor Isan
The food is both cheap and delicious. One of the best food you should try is batagor which made from tofu and meatball. Not so popular for foreign tourist because of the location on the alley. No doubt about the taste.
The last, to make your trip in Bandung more effective, efficient, and memorable, Nawasena Tour is ready to be your travel mate in Indonesia.
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