UQ in Indonesia
UQ in Indonesia
Are Western tourists sightseeing or the attraction?
“Bule, Bule! Photo, photo!” is the phrase every western tourist in Jakarta, Indonesia hears. To Indonesian locals, western tourists are like celebrities, and they won’t ... Read More
Crowded Network: Exposing Jakarta’s Power Line Problem
Indonesia’s appetite for electricity is growing as rapidly as its economy, an economic powerhouse hungering for a more advanced energy grid. Unfortunately, the minimal investment ... Read More
Pushing Depok’s Panic Button
Depok is a vibrant and bustling city, located just on the southern border of Jakarta, yet in the past this has attracted some undesirable attention. ... Read More
Finding beauty beneath the haze
“Turn right for good photos”. Clearly an invitation not to be missed by three aspiring journalists. It’s now somewhat apparent that the fat black cameras ... Read More
Practicing Diversity: Celebrating Easter in Indonesia
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
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
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
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
Religion Is Reflected in Architecture
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
Learning English from tourists
Learning a new language is hard, but Indonesian students are using a clever method for improving their English communication skills. Fatahillah Square in Jakarta ... Read More
Hidden in plain sight: finding remnants of violence
May 1998 was a dangerous time to be a Chinese Indonesian in the city of Jakarta. The murder of four student protesters in Jakarta and ... Read More
Unity in Diversity: Exploring Fatahillah Square
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