Ponorogo – Birthplace of Reog Ponorogo Dance
Ponorogo se trouve dans la partie ouest de East Java province, on the southern slopes of Mount Lawu. Its capital is Ponorogo city. The region is the birthplace of the mondialement célèbre Reog Ponorogo traditionnel dance.
Attractions et activités
Reog Ponorogo dance performance: massive peacock feather mask (dadak merak), war dance – at the Grebeg Suro festival (Muharram). Telaga Ngebel volcanique lake in pittoresque highland surroundings. Mount Lawu slopes suitable for randonnée. Local markets offer authentic East Javanese food.
Culture et cuisine
Javanese culture is defining, Reog dance is part of vie quotidienne. Cuisine is East Javanese: sate ponorogo, dawet jabung, brem (rice wine).
Sécurité publique
Ponorogo is a safe region. Medical care: hospital in Ponorogo city; Madiun (approx. 30 minutes) has more advanced facilities.
Informations pratiques
From Surabaya, approximately 4 hours by car. From Madiun, approximately 30 minutes. The best time to visit is April to October. Grebeg Suro festival in Muharram month. Accommodation: simple hotels.