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Hunting Bird at Bird MarketWandering about Ngasem market seems like a must after visiting Yogyakarta Sultan Palace. In addition to its location that is only 400 meters west of the Palace, this market will give important information on what was considered prestige in the past. After horses functioning as means of transportation and kris as a weapon, birds comes the third position as social status measurement. Ngasem Market offers various kinds of birds with their beautiful appearance and voice and the activities of the bird lovers there.Its location that is not far from the Kingdom was m...

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In this 3 days in Shanghai, you definately can sightsee shanghai to the fullest. This Tour bring you Stroll along the Bund which stretches one mile along the bank of the Huangpu River. The Bund houses 52 buildings of various architectural styles, which possesses rich cultural meaning for its unique location and profound influence. Those buildings stand on the bank of the Huangpu River opposite the Oriental Pearl TV Tower that twinkles in the sunshine..Then to The famous street in Shanghai-- Nanjing Road experience the shanghai culture there. Most Importantly Not Forget the visit the most fa...

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For tobacco lovers, it will be exciting to visit Taru Martani, the factory that has been producing cigars since 1918. You will feel like visiting your soul mate. If you don't like tobacco, at least you can learn the long history of this factory that supports many people.t's an easy procedure to complete before you are able to visit the factory. You only have to make an appointment with the factory management. When they give you permit, you can explore the 2-hectares factory guided by one of the employees. You can see directly and ask questions related to the cigar production. You don't ha...

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"Kethoprak Mataram is characteristic of traditional art, very closely on people's lives Yogyakarta, which until now its existence could still be felt in Yogyakarta and surrounding areas. Mataram Kethoprak arts tradition is very consistent in maintaining traditional values of a community spirit in the life of Mataram."The element of tradition that would not be separated from the development of Kethoprak Mataram ontowecana, ungguh-ungguh, tembang, keprak and accompaniment," he said, convinced that Kethoprak Mataram has been merged with the life, customs, language, and psychiatric community ...

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"Kethoprak Mataram is characteristic of traditional art, very closely on people's lives Yogyakarta, which until now its existence could still be felt in Yogyakarta and surrounding areas. Mataram Kethoprak arts tradition is very consistent in maintaining traditional values of a community spirit in the life of Mataram. "The element of tradition that would not be separated from the development of Kethoprak Mataram ontowecana, ungguh-ungguh, tembang, keprak and accompaniment," he said, convinced that Kethoprak Mataram has been merged with the life, customs, language, and psychiatric comm...

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Day 1 » Beijing - SanyaTake flight number CA1369 at 07:50 from Beijing to Sanya. After arrival, head to the selected hotel on your own. The rest of the day is at your own leisure.Day 2 » SanyaAfter breakfast, you may go to the Wuzhizhou Coral Island and start amazing Water Sports: Water Skiing, Sailing, Windsurfing, Motorboat, Banana Ship, Kite Boarding, Sand Motorcycling etc. In the afternoon, you may diving submarine with specialized clothes, exploring the sea with the tropical fish and coral reef, experiencing the live seabed. In the Evening, you may go to a restaurant you ...

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Yogyakarta turns to have other temples of which enchantment is not less interesting than Borobudur and Prambanan temples.* Ijo (in Javanese language, this word means 'Green') temple, located at the highest place in Yogyakarta that presents natural and cultural enchantment with additional view of taking off and landing airplane. * Tara Temple, the Oldest Buddhism Inheritance in Yogyakarta, presented for goddess Tara. * Plaosan Temple, the Twin Temple in Yogyakarta. Plaosan temple has some uniqueness compared to other temples, twin main temple and the terrace with smooth surface...

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Yogyakarta turns to have other temples of which enchantment is not less interesting than Borobudur and Prambanan temples.* Ijo (in Javanese language, this word means 'Green') temple, located at the highest place in Yogyakarta that presents natural and cultural enchantment with additional view of taking off and landing airplane. * Tara Temple, the Oldest Buddhism Inheritance in Yogyakarta, presented for goddess Tara. Plaosan Temple, the Twin Temple in Yogyakarta. * Plaosan temple has some uniqueness compared to other temples, twin main temple and the terrace with smooth surface...

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