Serang – Heritage of the Banten Sultanate
Serang Regency est la capitale of Banten province, at the western tip of Java. The region was the centre of the former Banten Sultanate (16th–19th siècle), an important spice trade port.
Attractions et activités
Banten Lama (Old Banten) historical area: Surosowan palais ruins, Agung Banten Grand Mosque, Chinese temple and Speelwijk fortress. Anyer plage on l'océan Indien coast, with Krakatau volcan views. Carita plage resort area. Karang Bolong rock arch by the sea.
Culture et cuisine
Banten culture is defining: debus art (invulnerability ritual). Cuisine is Banten: sate bandeng (milkfish satay), rabeg (lamb), nasi sumsum.
Sécurité publique
Serang is a safe region. Medical care: hospital in Serang city; Jakarta (approx. 1.5 hours) has advanced facilities.
Informations pratiques
From Jakarta, approximately 1.5 hours by car on the Jakarta–Merak motorway. Soekarno–Hatta Airport (Jakarta) is the près deest. The best time to visit is April to October. Accommodation: hotels in la ville and plage resorts in Anyer.