Indonesian Culture

Unity in Diversity, the national motto of Indonesia, is a term that strikes deep into the heart of this dynamic and attractive Southeast Asian nation. Few places offer such cultural variety and geographical complexity as Indonesia, and no two journeys here are ever alike.

For over a century, visitors have been drawn to the legend of Bali, guests from all over the world received a warm Balinese welcome. With Balinese culture prizing tolerance, tranquility and respect for each other and their guests. Bali is land of incredible contrast, offering something for everyone. It's a gorgeous, glittering tropical rave, where day turns into night, and night back into day with barely a pause for breath.

The magnificent Borobudur temple is the world’s biggest Buddhist monument, an ancient site widely considered to be one of the world’s seven wonders. This awe inspiring monument is truly a marvel. After a visit here you will understand why it is Indonesia’s most visited tourist attraction and a famous icon of Indonesia’s cultural heritage.

West Papua is home to the most ethnologically primitive cultures on Earth. No less than 25% of the world's languages are spoken here and obviously you will find a vast display of tribes and tribal customs. These are people largely unaffected by the strictures of the modern world as we know it; a race adapted to daily life solely through their basic survival elements.