Sunday 12 June 2011

It's Bandung!

No, it's not the 'air bandung' drink that is well known in Malaysia and Singapore.
We are referring to the city of Bandung in Indonesia!



Despite the name Bandung has no connection or whatsoever to the drink 'air bandung' and it can't even be found there. Seriously.

Bandung, nicknamed 'Kota Kembang' isn't very famous outside of Indoensia. Despite people saying there  are not many things to do in Bandung, it is a place where sightseeing and shopping are combined together.

Visibly from anywhere in Bandung, Tangkuban Perahu one of the few largest volcano craters there. It's cold and can easily hike up there.


Kawah Putih is another crater located at different location. The sulfur lake is surrounded by grey rocks and it is advisable to not touch the water because of its high sulfur content.


If you are a tea person then Situ Patenggang is the place for you. It is surrounded by tea plantations and you can opt to go boating *grins*



Now comes to other part of Bandung: shopping!

There are few favourite shopping paradise for shoppers like you out there.
Rumah Mode is one of the most beautiful and by far the most favourite one. It is where you can get the latest trend in fashion and clothes.

Picture courtesy of bandungguide.info

Jalan Riau and Dago are well known for its factory outlets.
No, these outlets are not like warehouses. In fact they are designed in an uptown manner for you to shop in comfort. Jalan Cihampelas on the other hand is famous for jeans and leather goods and the fashion here is more suitable for teenagers and kids.

Apart from all the fashionista 'jalans',Jalan Braga is the main party area. Come here if you plan to party till the wee hours of the morning!

 
Agoda and booking.com are some of the websites available for cheap hotels lookout in Bandung. For holiday packages you can check out cuti.com.my.

Though less well known, Bandung provides a combo of relaxation and city-style holiday where you can shop, eat and sight see all in one place. Widen your horizon and book your place go to Bandung!


Cheers!

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