Azhar Rizki Zulma

Merdeka Square, commonly known as Medan Merdeka, is a silent witness to the government’s history in Indonesia. This square has directly witnessed the administrations during the Dutch, Japanese, and Indonesian periods. In the past, the square was used as a field for horse racing during the Dutch colonial era. Before that, it was also utilized by the Jakarta Athletic Association (IKADA) in 1940 before moving to the main stadium GBK, Senayan, Jakarta. That’s why the square was formerly called...

The ASEAN 50 Parade is a parade held to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the regional organization among Southeast Asian countries, namely ASEAN. The parade took place around MH Thamrin Street in Jakarta, concurrently with the Car Free Day event. The procession showcased various cultural characteristics from each ASEAN member country. Additionally, the parade was enlivened by several top Indonesian artists who attended to enhance the celebration of the 50th anniversary of ASEAN. ...

Ngebel Lake is a natural lake located in the highlands, 30 km from the center of Ponorogo city. Ngebel Lake is a must-visit family tourist destination for those living around Ponorogo or in East Java. It has an average temperature ranging from 20-26 degrees Celsius. The cool and refreshing temperature makes visitors feel more comfortable exploring Ngebel Lake. Besides Reog, Ngebel Lake is one of the main attractions in Ponorogo Regency. The water supply for Ngebel Lake comes from various...

Batavia was a central administrative city during the Dutch East Indies colonial era. In today’s era, Batavia is better known as the old town of Jakarta. Batavia is a small area in Jakarta, situated on the border of West Jakarta and North Jakarta. It is not far from Sunda Kelapa port because Batavia used to be a trading center on Java Island and also the capital of the Dutch East Indies at that time. Full of HistoryIn the past, there were trams that traversed the city of Batavia, initially...

Anyer Beach, located on the west side of Java Island, holds its own beauty and distinctive characteristics that can be enjoyed. We can relish the beauty of the sunset in West Java by witnessing the sun setting on the sea surface, a spectacle rarely seen in urban areas, especially for those residing in the northern part of Java Island. Although it is quite far from the capital city, everything will be worthwhile upon arrival. The unforgettable sunset views and the beauty of the coastal area...

Sarangan Lake, also known as Pasir Lake, is a natural lake located at an altitude of 1,200 meters above sea level on the slopes of Mount Lawu, in the Plaosan District, Magetan Regency, East Java. Covering an area of 30 hectares and reaching a depth of 28 meters, the average air temperature ranges between 15 degrees Celsius to 20 degrees Celsius. [{"url":"/assets/images/blog/Sarangan-Lake-Magetan/1.jpg","alt":"","title":""}] Photo by Azhar Rizki Zulma on Instagram Situated 16 km from...

Mangirejo Village is a village located in Madiun regency. This village is situated amidst teak forests managed by Perhutani (a state-owned enterprise managing national forest resources). The majority of the population in this village are employees of Perhutani or work for Perhutani. Many of the writer’s relatives work for Perhutani, including the writer’s grandfather, who is a former Forest Police officer, uncles who work as Forest Police officers, and Perhutani employees working in the...