Wednesday, August 16, 2017

Dorothy Tan and The Midnight Terror

"I am Dorothy Tan". That's how the broadcaster of Singapore when it ended the news broadcast in one afternoon, about 20 years ago. In our village, far away in the interior of North Sumatra, only Singapore radio signals are caught quite clearly in radio antennas. Of course I did not understand what the broadcaster was broadcasting. But incidentally, a beloved father who knows little English, is able to capture messages from the news, which then...

Tuesday, August 15, 2017

Welcome to Indonesia, Facebook

Facebook Indonesia Office (detikcom) Facebook, social media that much-loved Indonesian people officially opened an office in Jakarta. As one of the countries with the largest Facebook users in the world, of course the opening of office in Jakarta is the right decision by Mark Zuckerberg. The opening of the office is a conformation of Facebook commitment that is subject to the rules of the Government of Indonesia.The announcement of Facebook office...

Monday, August 14, 2017

Top Five Favorite Places in Bandung

Ciwidey White Crater Bandung, capital of Indonesia’s West Java Province, is a large city set amid volcanoes and tea plantations. It's known for colonial and art deco architecture, a lively, university-town feel and–thanks to its 768m elevation–relatively cool tropical weather. Bandung is also a shopping destination, with fashion outlets clustered along Jalan Setiabudi and Jalan Riau in the Dago district.Bandung is a favorite weekend destination...

Jember, Iconic City of Indonesia Carnival

Jember Fashion Carnival Tourism Minister Arief Yahya designates Jember District, East Java Province as Carnival City along with the holding of the annual Jember Fashion Carnaval (JFC) event which enters its 16th year. This activity is considered to have national and international level."Everyone acknowledges world-class JFC and to realize that the Ministry of Tourism establishes Jember as a Carnival City," Arief said at a press conference in Jakarta...

Mango Tree, Indonesia Family Favorite Plants

The mango tree is one of the most preferred tree species of urban society in Indonesia. In addition to expecting fruit, the owner is also protected from direct sun exposure. That is why, mango trees are often planted in the yard area of the house. Home front, side, or back of the house. Depending on where the land is empty.Planting mango trees in principle is very easy. There are no special tricks or unique ways to go. Mango tree is a plant that...

Sunday, August 13, 2017

@kurawa, The Indonesia Social Media Phenomenal

Oh my dear marhaen, coincidence today is Friday, do not forget the Prayer well. Let #bejo (luck) to all. That's roughly the opening chorus of @kurawa account whenever you want to discuss the hot topic being discussed.On his profile page, @kurawa named Rudi Valinka pinned some of the hash tag alias tags, ie #ForensicAuditor #SokGanteng #Sinetwit #BEJO #SejutaKTPAhok. The first tags is his current profession as a forensic auditor, a profession that...

Mejuah-juah, Enjoy 10 Favorite Places in Tanah Karo

Hot Spring Debuk-debuk Karo Regency is a regency of North Sumatra, Indonesia, situated in the Barisan Mountains. The regency covers an area of 2,127.25 square kilometres and according to the 2010 census it had a population of 350,479. 60.99% of the regency is forested. Mejuah-juah is a special expression of the Karo community, a kind of Halo greeting when it first met. However, Mejuah-juah, also spoken on various occasions, in the mood or sorrow.Tanah...

Saturday, August 12, 2017

Mr Dedi Mulyadi, The Jokowi’s Incarnation

Mr Dedi Mulyadi between marhaens (Liputan6.com) It's been a while since I've watched Dedi Mulyadi's movements, the Purwakarta Regent who is now preparing for a political battle for West Java 1. Of course, I must assert first that I have never met or known Kang Dedi. This assertion is important so that what I want to convey remains objective, so as to escape allegations of multiple interpretations. But obviously, as a citizen of West Java, I am...

Friday, August 11, 2017

Silangit Airport Changed Name: Sisingamangaraja or Nommensen?

Jokowi at Silangit Airport Silangit Airport, located in Siborong-borong, North Tapanuli, North Sumatra Province is proposed to be renamed Sisingamangaraja Airport. The change of name is an effort of appreciation to Sisingamangaraja XII, a national hero from North Tapanuli.Silangit Airport has so far contributed much to the ease of flight of Tapanuli and surrounding communities, as it no longer has to go through Kuala Namu Airport in Deli Serdang....

Feel The Night Market, Marhaens

Night Market at Indonesia (Private) At the end of the week like this, it's easy to talk about how the marhaens (lower class society) fill the day. Malls and other shopping centers let monopolized the pockets of thick pockets. Marhaen may only enjoy suburban entertainment. What is that?The Night Market, wherever it comes from is still one of the prima donna of the middle to bottom to spend the night. No need to bother because they have to bring...

Thursday, August 10, 2017

This Is Why Batak Admires German

The arrival of DR IL Nommensen to Tanah Batak at 1862 has changed the paradigm of the Batak people frontally. From the previously closed to education, it turns into being very concerned about the importance of education. That is the reason why Batak people are always synonymous with educated society.Nommensen, a Protestant missionary from Germany indeed succeeded in replacing the Batak people's point of view while still animist. HKBP Church is...

Enjoy, Top Five Favorite Places in Jakarta

Gold Snail Cube (Keong Mas) at TMII Jakarta as the capital of Indonesia is not only a business and government center. Jakarta also presents a variety of sights that are highly recommended to visit. From a number of tourist attractions, here are five attractions that you should try.Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII)Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII) is a wealth of miniature culture of Indonesia from Sabang to Merauke. This is an area of cultural...

Wednesday, August 9, 2017

The Other Side of The Solo City

Solo Batik Carnival 2017 (Private) This is actually not planned journey. We was apparently greeted by Solo Batik Carnival (SBC) 2017, which lasted for three days (July 14-16) 2017. From the name, we are still first set foot to Solo of course think SBC will present the most complete batik exhibition at an affordable price as well. In fact, the court of Vastenburg Castle (just called Benteng), Solo as the location of the event center, only two merchants...

You Tough Enough? Prove It at Semarang Rainbow Village

Kampung Pelangi Semarang (Private) WELCOME to Rainbow Village (Kampung Pelangi). You will read that on one of the entrances Kampung Pelangi. Yes, Kampung Pelangi, as the name implies, is a village in Semarang City, Central Java, which is all over the outside of the house painted in colorful.Monday (17/7/2017),I within my family came to Kampung Pelangi. We were curious about the story of a friend, who called Kampung Pelangi located not far from...

Tuesday, August 8, 2017

Come and Enjoy, Sail Indonesia 2017

Admiral Marsetio-Sail Indonesia 2017 Senior adviser to the Minister of Tourism of The Republic of Indonesia, Admiral Marsetio had offload Sail Indonesia 2017 from Darwin, Australia on Saturday, July 29, 2017. The flag off take place at 10 am local time, at Darwin Yacht Club, Australia. Ships that will soon sail look neatly lined on the beach with a very charming view of the evening.Marsetio which folds Navy Chief (KSAL) period 2012-2015 explained,...

Spasiba Russia, See You Next Year

Indonesia Festival 2017, Moscow (Detikcom) The second Indonesian festival held in Moscow officially closed after a successful 3-day run from 4 to 6 August 2017. At least 90 thousand visitors came to this festival.Indonesian Ambassador to Russia Mohamad Wahid Supriyadi, thanked the supporters and the event in a closing speech, Sunday (6/8) night local time."Thanks to the citizens of Moscow, you are all great," said Ambassador Wahid, as reported...

Monday, August 7, 2017

How Indonesia to Get More Tourists

Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Indonesia (Kompas) One of Indonesia's efforts to attract tourists from abroad is to increase flight routes from a number of countries such as Australia, China, India, Japan, and South Korea.In addition to increased flight routes, the Indonesian government is also working to improve airport facilities such as adding airport runways, improving the quality of buildings, navigation systems, so that plane can operate...

The Untold Story: The Indonesia Conglomerate DL Sitorus

DL Sitorus (Viva.co.id) The conglomerate Darius Lungguk Sitorus, commonly called DL Sitorus, was declared dead on a Garuda plane shortly before flying from Jakarta to Medan. That's the breaking news in Indonesia that crowded on Thursday afternoon, August 3, 2017. Well, before further discussing about this eccentric man, I must tell first about the culture of the Batak people who always prioritize the call of a subname, not a name. That is why...

Sunday, August 6, 2017

Yudhoyono, The “Presidential Chef” Indonesia Election 2019

Yudhoyono-Prabowo (Kompas.com) Indonesia President Election 2019 is predicted will not be much different from the 2014 Presidential Election, with only two candidate pairs followed. That, too, like the 2014 presidential election, the presidential candidate who will fight is also similar: Jokowi and Prabowo. Only the vice presidential candidates will be different, after Vice President Jusuf Kalla (JK) affirmed no longer intend to follow the nomination...
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