The best places to visit in Indonesia

1. Bali – Island of the Gods

  • Why go: Beaches, temples, yoga retreats, and nightlife
  • Top spots: Ubud (for culture), Uluwatu (for beaches & surfing), Seminyak, and Canggu

2. Raja Ampat – Hidden Paradise

  • Why go: One of the best scuba diving spots in the world
  • What to expect: Crystal-clear waters, untouched islands, and coral reefs teeming with life

3. Yogyakarta – Cultural Capital of Java

  • Why go: Ancient temples and Javanese arts
  • Must-see: Borobudur (world’s largest Buddhist temple) & Prambanan (Hindu temple complex)

4. Komodo National Park – Home of the Dragons

  • Why go: See Komodo dragons in the wild
  • Bonus: Pink Beach, diving, and island-hopping

5. Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (East Java)

  • Why go: Stunning sunrises over Mount Bromo, an active volcano
  • Perfect for: Adventure lovers and photographers

6. Sumatra – Wild & Untamed Nature

  • Why go: Rainforests, rare wildlife like orangutans and elephants
  • Must-visit: Lake Toba, Bukit Lawang, and the Mentawai Islands

7. Lombok & The Gili Islands

  • Lombok: Quieter alternative to Bali, with great trekking (Mount Rinjani)
  • Gili Islands: White-sand beaches, snorkeling, no cars—just peace

8. Jakarta – The Bustling Capital

  • Why go: Urban vibes, nightlife, museums, and food scene
  • Good for: Stopovers and cultural exploration

9. Nusa Penida – Instagram-famous Cliffs & Beaches

  • Highlights: Kelingking Beach, Angel’s Billabong, and Broken Beach
  • Accessible from: Bali by ferry

10. Flores – Untouched Island Beauty

  • Why go: Traditional villages, volcano hikes, and gateway to Komodo National Park

✈️ Travel Tip:

Indonesia is diverse and vast — best explored by region or theme (e.g., nature, diving, temples, or beaches). Domestic flights and ferries connect most major destinations.

Rehan
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Rehan Raza is a computer Engineer and has been working with Internet Technologies, SQL and WordPress for last 10 years and and is also an Aspiring Artificial Intelligence Developer.

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