|
[ The Venue - Bandung City ]
Bandung, City of Flowers, is the provincial capital of West Java
and Indonesia' s third largest city. Known in colonial times as
the "Paris of Java" because of its European ambiance
and sophistication, and situated on a plateau in the beautiful
Parahayangan mountains, Bandung's pleasant climate and lush surroundings
have offered an escape from the heat of the lowlands since the
mid 19th century when it was the heart of the region's most prosperous
plantation area. Host to the historic Asia Africa conference in
1955, Bandung is now a center of higher education, commerce and
aircraft industry, which despite its modern amenities still retains
much of its colonial era charm.
[ Alun-alun - Square Park of City ]
Bandung is also renowned for its shopping, particularly
for shoes, textiles, clothing and denims, which are found in the
colourful Jeans street. Easily reached from Jakarta by train,
road or air (the scenic train trip is recommended), Bandung, with
its cool mountain air is a popular second stop for those visiting
the national capital and an essential stay-over for travelers
en route through Java.
[ Bandung City on the Background ]
[More Information about Bandung]
Here are links page for more information about Bandung :
|
