Bandung – Indonesia's Fashion Capital and Cool Mountain City
Bandung est la capitale of West Java province and Indonesia's third-largest city, sitting at about 768 metres above sea level. With its relativement cool climate by Javanese standards, magnifique art deco buildings, and vibrant cultural scene, it fully deserves the nickname 'The Paris of Java'. It's just 3 hours depuis Jakarta by train.
Attractions et activités
Kawah Putih (White Crater) with its sulphurous turquoise-green lake offre a à couper le souffle sight – situé dansside the crater of the active Patuha volcan. Tangkuban Perahu volcan is easily accessible par car, and walking le long de the crater rim among sthéming fumaroles is an unforgettable experience. Braga Street is lined with art deco buildings and cafés – often called the Indonesian Champs-Élysées. Dago and Cihampelas streets offer trendy boutiques and factory outlets.
Culture et cuisine
Bandung is a cuisine de rue paradise. Baso (meatball soup), siomay (sthémed fish dumplings), nasi timbel (Sundanese rice plate), and pisang bolen (cream cheese banana pastry) are local favorites. The city is également connu pour its vibrant café culture and photogenic café shops.
Informations pratiques
From Jakarta: ~3 hours by Argo Parahyangan train, ~2.5 hours by car via the Cipularang toll road. Husein Sastranegara Airport handles domestic flights. Best time to visit: April to October (saison sèche).
