The fabulous fertile island of Java, home of one’s of man’s earliest ancestors, today virtually constitutes a world in to itself. The landscape of the island of Java, is dominated by volcanoes and rice fields. The human landscape of this; the world’s most densely populated island is equally thrilling to the eye, and no visitor can remain unaffected by the special atmosphere that makes this island so unique.

Java is amongst the most romantic and highly diversified in the world, uniting all the rich and magnificent scenery. Javanese villages, towns and even cities are generally green places. The topical climate of course a central element: the equatorial heat is tempered by the surrounding seas, and the temperature rarely break 35 degrees Centigrade. The island is mountainous, and temperatures fall quickly on the slopes of volcanoes. Subject to the southern cycle of monsoon winds, Java enjoy distinct dry and wet seasons.

The majority ethnic population of Java island is Javanese and Sundanese. In general, the Javanese inhabiting the center and Eastern part of Java while the Sundanese in the Western area. Although, now the island has been lived with various ethnic group from all over the world.

The Javanese and Sundanese also posses rich historical record and unique cultural heritage. Java’s dance and dramatic traditions, wayang puppets (shadow puppets show),  gamelan music and traditional Indonesian batik textiles are famous the world over, as are her ancient temples and elegant palaces.

The island of Java Indonesia is divided into six provinces: Jakarta, Banten, West Java, Central Java, Jogjakarta and East Java.