Bandung merupakan ibu kota provinsi Jawa Barat. Kota ini merupakan salah satu kota metropolitan terbesar di provinsi tersebut. Bandung terkenal dengan hawanya yang sejuk, oleh karenanya Bandung dikenal dengan nama Paris Van Java (bahasa Belanda).
Bandung juga dikenal dengan nama Kota Kembang karena kota ini dikenal sebagai salah satu kota cantik yang ditumbuhi banyaknya pohon-pohon dan bunga. Bandung juga merupakan salah satu kota tujuan pendidikan. Banyaknya perguruan tinggi negeri dan swasta menjadikan kota ini juga dijuluki sebagai kota pelajar.
Salah satu PTN terkenal yakni ITB, yang merupakan PTN teknik pertama di Indonesia. Bandung juga pernah menjadi tempat berlangsungnya Konferensi Asia Afrika pada tahun 1955. Kini, Bandung lebih dikenal dengan nama Kota Mode karena banyaknya mall dan factory outlet yang tersebar di kota ini.
Lalu apa saja yang menarik dari kota Bandung ?
D.A.G.O is spelled fun and creativity in Bandung, this very spot is
where various communities and youth of Bandung chill out on the weekend.
Gedung Merdeka, the historical venue of the Asian-African Conference, still holds its own charms up to this day.
Presenting the Art-Deco architecture at its finest, the Savoy Homman Hotel adds antique European taste to Bandung atmosphere.
A Visit to Bosscha observatory in Lembang is a journey out of this
world, a chance to take a peek to the sky and to reveal the mystery of
the universe.
Opened in the 1920s, Grand Preanger, Bandung retains the grace and style
of the colonial era, whilst offering all the practicality and comfort
of a modern business hotel.
Representing Bandung’s identity as the center of learning and knowledge,
the Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) is one of the oldest
university in Indonesia that had produce some of the greatest minds of
the country, including the first President of Indonesia, Ir. Soekarno.
The life-size diorama inside the Museum of The Asian-African Conference sought to re-create the historical moment of 1955
Car Free day, Bandung
The street of Dago is Bandung’s corridors of shopping paradise, and on
the weekend it is the gathering point of various communities around the
city.
On the other corner of Gelora Saparua field, an energetic young skater
launches himself to the air as he crosses the jumping ramp.
Paradise for shoppers and symbol of fashions independent, Bandung
flourishes as a fashion scene with its various factory outlets and
distros.
On a bright Bandung Weekend’s morning, families would take their kids on fun sporting activities at Gelora Saparua field.
Enthusiastically waiting for the exceptional angklung concert, these
audiences are experiencing a cultural encounter at the Saung Angklung
Udjo, Bandung.
Tahiti 80, the popular French indie-band, captivated Bandung’s youth as they perform at the Kampoeng Jazz 2011.
Legacies of Sundanese ancient wisdoms are passed down through the various characters of Wayang Golek, or wooden puppets.
From the creative hands of Bandung, these colorful paintings decorated the sidewalks of the romantic Braga Street.
Pieces of Cakue, chunks of boiled egg, shredded chicken and all
other toppings covering the delicious rice pouridge, creates the
sensational taste of Bandung’s Bubur Ayam.
Mount Tangkuban Perahu, always a favorite in holiday season.
Just at the outskirt of Bandung, the magical scenery of Kawah Putih or the white crater is legendary among photographers.
Pampering guests with its tranquil surroundings, fresh air, and
rejuvenating hot spring, Ciater is definitely the perfect getaway from
the bustling city life.
Just 3 hours drive from Bandung, you can encounter an entirely different
atmosphere at the peaceful and serene Kampung Naga village,
Tasikmalaya.
Is it a bird? A plane? No, and it’s not superman either, but paragliding
through the hill of Puncak, Bogor will surely make one feels like the
flying Superhero.
Bagaimana ? Sudahkah Anda berkunjung ke kota Bandung ?
Selamat berkunjung, Have a great trip :)