Travelling Indonesia
It is the largest archipelago in the world, with 18,110 islands. It is also the fourth most populated country in the world today after China, India and the USA. Being the situated between two great oceans, the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean, Indonesia boasts of its beautiful beaches and warm, inviting climate. Bali is famous for its beaches, while Jakarta is its shopping capital where you will find handmade arts and crafts like decor, furniture, souvenir items and the like.
Most of its citizens practice Islam as religion. That is why most of them are quite conservative even up to now. So, if you want to travel in this beautiful archipelago, one should observe and respect local customs and practices. For example, men and women generally shake hands as a form of greeting, but some ladies may only nod or smile. Their traditional greeting or salam is like a handshake but with both hands without grasping each other's hands. If you are to visit a local's home, it would be polite to call beforehand. Also, shoes should be removed when entering the home. Those are just some of the things that tourists should observe when travelling to Indonesia.
On the other hand, there are so many fun things you can do in this country. With its crystalline waters, one will surely find it hard to resist to enjoy Bali. Here, you can do all sorts of water sports like surfing, snorkelling, scuba diving, and the like. A breathtaking backdrop of volcanic ranges towering above green mantle of terraced hillsides and lush rainforest makes this place the perfect setting to relax, unwind and leave the worries away. You can also visit the famous Komodo island where you will find the largest lizard in the world, the Komodo Dragon. If you travel to Java, you will find the world's largest plantation of Teak trees. In this archipelago, teak is considered one of the most important commercial tree species. That is why it is being planted extensively and is govern by state laws for responsible logging. When you shop in Indonesia, you will find various teak furniture of eccentric and elegant designs like swings, lazy chairs, dining sets, patio or garden furniture, cabinets, bedroom sets, coffee tables, etc. You will surely love their unique designs and be assured that you get only the best value for your money if you shop for teak furniture here.