Java Footprint Focus

by Dixon, Paul

• ISBN13: 9781908206442
• ISBN10: 1908206446
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-01-10
• Publisher: Footprint Handbooks

Summary

Hike along one of Asia's most stunning volcano chains before spending a relaxing evening at one of the nearby hill resorts. Visit one of the world's great Buddhist monuments, the Borobudur, and prepared to be overwhelmed by the size of this giant pyramid-like shrine adorned with over 500 Buddha statues. From the crowded, bustling streets of Jakarta to the art deco architecture of Bandung, Footprint focusJava will help you make the most out of your trip. Includes a Background section with fascinating insights into the history and culture of Java. Essentials section with practical advice on getting there and around. Comprehensive listings including where to eat & sleep, and have fun. Detailed street maps for Jakarta and other important towns and cities. Slim enough to fit in your pocket. Loaded with advice and information, this concise Footprint focusguide will help you get the most out of Java without weighing you down. The content of Footprint focusJava guide has been extracted from Footprint's Southeast Asia Handbook.

Author Biography

Paul Dixon has travelled extensively in Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe, North Africa and the Indian subcontinent. He has spent the last nine years living and working in Indonesia, Singapore, Saudi Arabia and China as an English teacher. When not preparing his students for exams, Paul writes travel articles for several foreign magazines and travel websites, as well as helping to research and write guidebooks for Footprint.

Table of Contents

1) Jakarta; (2) Bogor; (3) Bandung; (4) Pangandaran; (5) Yogyakarta; (6) Borobudur and around; (7) Solo and around.