M. Volcano

Merapi Volcano

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June 20th 2007
We went to see an active volcano called Merapi. It was not to far from Borobudur and everyone thought it would be a worthwhile detour. We had to drive up a small country road. Pot holes everywhere and crazy moterbikes bypassing. Sat back and enjoyed the secenery. At one point we were stopped by 4young lads who were sitting by the side of the road. They were given money and we drove on. Asked wha ... read more

Asia » Indonesia

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The Dutch began to colonize Indonesia in the early 17th century; the islands were occupied by Japan from 1942 to 1945. Indonesia declared its independence after Japan's surrender, but it required four years of intermittent negotiations, recurring hos... ... read more