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History of the Wonosobo Hot Air Balloon Festival, apparently it has existed since the Dutch era

JJS Jateng Gayeng , WONOSOBO - Wonosobo is synonymous with the hot air balloon festival. Apparently, this festival has been a tradition since the Dutch colonial era.  When most people hear about hot air balloons, they will immediately mention Cappadocia, Türkiye. Instead of following Cappadocia, hot air ballooning in Wonosobo Regency has actually existed and been a tradition since the Dutch colonial era. Quoting from the book Traces of the Wonosobo Balloon Tradition, the elders in Wonosobo have carried out the tradition of flying hot air balloons to celebrate Eid since the Dutch colonial era.  In the 1920s, the first hot air balloon was invented by a barber, bird cage and lantern craftsman, as well as a tambourine music artist from Kertek District named Atmojo Goper. Mr Atmojo's hot air balloon was inspired by the landing of a hot air balloon used by photographers for aerial photography in Wonosobo Square at that time. This is also why several areas in Wonosobo had aerial photograp
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The Great Mosque of Demak, a Pioneer of the Spread of Islam on Java Island

JJS Jateng Gayeng , DEMAK - The Great Mosque of Demak is one of the oldest mosques in Indonesia. The mosque is located in Kauman village, Bintoro sub-district, Demak district, Demak regency, Central Java. The Great Mosque of Demak is also an icon of religious tourism in Demak Regency with the tomb of Sunan Kalijaga, in Kadilangu Demak. The Great Mosque of Demak also stands majestically in the center or heart of Demak Regency. Talking about the Great Mosque of Demak will never end to be discussed. The Great Mosque of Demak is also a witness to the history of the spread of Islam in Demak and on the island of Java. So we need to discuss and learn together about the uniqueness and history of the Great Mosque of Demak. The Great Mosque of Demak also tells and proves the fusion of various cultures. Islamic culture, Javanese culture and Chinese culture as a symbol of inter-ethnic togetherness. This mosque is said to be told to be enough for one night and at dawn can be used for morning prayer
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Menganti Beach, a beautiful beach at the southern tip of Kebumen

JJS Jateng Gayeng , KEBUMEN -  Kebumen is a city in Central Java that is known as one of the cities that has mesmerizing natural scenery. The city has amazing natural tourist destinations ranging from beaches, caves, to waterfalls. Nature lovers are certainly obliged to explore the natural beauty in Kebumen. Travelers who want to find peace by enjoying the charm of nature are also suitable to choose Kebumen as their tourist destination. The city of Kebumen offers many amazing places that can be explored by tourists. In fact, this city is often referred to as a city that holds a paradise of natural tourist destinations. The most popular natural attractions in Kebumen are the beautiful beaches scattered along its coastline.  Currently, the beach that is in the public spotlight is Menganti Beach. This beach is located in Karangduwur Village, Ayah Subdistrict, Kebumen Regency. Menganti Beach is called the most beautiful beach in Central Java because of its mesmerizing natural beauty. Ther
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