Tag: UQ in Indonesia

Practicing Diversity: Celebrating Easter in Indonesia

Katreena Bacatan- April 17, 2017

The national celebration of Easter in Indonesia is a symbol of the country’s commitment to its belief in "Unity in Diversity" despite recent racial and ... Read More

Exposing the dark side of Indonesia Tourism

Drew Timbs- April 17, 2017

Despite the supposed ban of horse-drawn carriages in 2010, according to the Jakarta Animal Aid Network (JAAN), this transport method remains a popular tourist attraction ... Read More

Road Safety in Indonesia is a work-in-progress

Meaghan Crooks- April 17, 2017

No lanes, no seat belts, no traffic lights and for drivers in Jakarta, no worries. With some of the most lenient road safety laws and ... Read More

Colourful fresh produce highlights vibrant local culture

Justin Lillecrapp- April 17, 2017

The local markets in Depok are a maze of alleyways and muddied pathways. Rows of shack-like structures stand side by side each containing their own ... Read More

Coloured bins designed to clean up Jakarta

Dana Sherwood- April 17, 2017

It’s 10am in Jakarta. Locals flock to Fatahillah Square where vibrantly painted bicycles, traditional Javanese music and children’s laughter illustrate another peaceful day. It’s loud, ... Read More

Religion Is Reflected in Architecture

Beth Westmore- April 17, 2017

Clean cut lines and geometric shapes envelope over 27,000 square feet of prime real estate in Central Jakarta. The Istiqlal Mosque is not only a ... Read More

Unity in Diversity: Exploring Fatahillah Square

Sophie Volker- April 16, 2017

Busker entertains locals in Fatahillah Square. In the 16th century, a commander for the Sultanate of Demak named Fatahillah recaptured the Old Town of Jakarta from ... Read More