Picture yourself enjoying a meal or cup of tea under the comforting shade of a large trees. There are not many cafes in Jakarta that make people want to sit outside instead of in an air-conditioned room. Kedai Lentera, a cafe in Pasar Minggu that was originally established to finance LenteraTimur.com, offers a relaxing setting for those who want to eat and have discussions.
Dharamsala, the seat of the Tibetan Government in Exile, offers a unique experience of traveling to a country within a country and get a better understanding of Tibetan issues. In this piece, Nugroho Nurarifin shares his experiences in India — stories about the food he ate, the people he met, and of course, the teaching of Dalai Lama that he attended. Perhaps this extensive account will encourage you to pack your bags and go on a trip.
When the late Ali Sadikin was the governor of Jakarta, more than thirty years ago, independent sellers of old books and antiques finally had permanent stalls along Jalan Surabaya. Today, the market still stands, offering a wide variety of unique objects that have either gone out of print — as is the case for books — or are no longer produced. This piece focuses on the role that things of the past have in contemporary society.
One of the greatest wonders of the world is held at this place but so is the most sorrowful past that have for years hindered the development of Cambodia. Returning from a one-week trip in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap last April, Athina Ibrahim together again with visually appeasing images of Jatidiri Ono take you to experience a glimpse of Cambodia.
Located in Pondok Indah, Rumah Sehat Intiyana is one of the first establishments in Jakarta that seeks to invite people to not only consume healthier food products, but to also improve their habits step by step. It is certainly the kind of a place that residents of fast-paced cities need.
Travel stories of India are always intriguing. Through this wonderful photography journey Ridzki Noviansyah took during his stay evoke images of a place whose traditions and spirituality are deeply rooted in the fabric of their society. The garment, the architecture, the art – all oozing an abundance shapes, vibrant colors, and history. Its chaos seems otherworldly, foreign yet still grounded and human.
