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Semarang
![At the museum no photos are allowed which is really unfortunate as it was well worth the visit and the guided tour is definitely not to be missed. In the museum there are even Batik made from the Dutch era which depicts stories like Little Red Riding Hood and Snow White!
I enjoyed the tour v much and at the end of the tour we were brought to this room where the artisan were working on hand drawn batik.
Below is an excerpt from Wikipedia for anyone interested in learning more about the process of batik making.
Firstly, a cloth is washed, soaked and beaten with a large mallet. Patterns are drawn with pencil and later redrawn using hot wax, usually made from a mixture of paraffin or bees wax, sometimes mixed with plant resins, which functions as a dye-resist. The wax can be applied with a variety of tools. A pen-like instrument called a canting (IPA: [tʃantiŋ], sometimes spelled with old Dutch orthography tjanting) is the most common. A canting is made from a small copper reservoir with a spout on a wooden handle. The reservoir holds the resist which flows through the spout, creating dots and lines as it moves. For larger patterns, a stiff brush may be used. Alternatively, a copper block stamp called a cap (IPA: [tʃap]; old spelling tjap) is used to cover large areas more efficiently.
After the cloth is dry, the resist is removed by scraping or boiling the cloth. The areas treated with resist keep their original color; when the resist is removed the contrast between the dyed and undyed areas forms the pattern. This process is repeated as many times as the number of colors desired.
The most traditional type of batik, called batik tulis (written batik), is drawn using only the canting. The cloth need to be drawn on both sides and dipped in a dye bath three to four times. The whole process may take up to a year; it yields considerably finer patterns than stamped batik.
Source: Wikipedia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9cd999fbd1cf55cbfe1f78176d52a342.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)
![Golden Sunrise View from Sikunir Hill
[Pic taken by Galaxy Note]
Enjoying the beauty of sunrise is one of the important attraction in Indonesian tourism concept, this is because Indonesia has a lot of mountains suitable to be enjoyed on the moment of sunrise. One of the well known its sunrise’s beauty is Sikunir hill in the Dieng plateau.
Dieng Plateau is a marshy plateau that forms the floor of a caldera complex on the Dieng Volcanic Complexnear Wonosobo, Central Java, Indonesia. Referred to as "Dieng" by Indonesians, it sits at 2,000 metres (6,600 ft) above sea level, far from major population centres. The name "Dieng" comes from Di Hyang which means "Abode of the Gods".](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ebbdb15fcc9fd075d270d17a53e8f75c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)
Where to stay in Central Java
Find the best Central Java areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Central Java
Solo City Centre
1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4.5/5(6 area reviews)
You'll enjoy the museums and zoo in Solo City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Solo Paragon Lifestyle Mall or Keprabon Park.
Central Java Hotel Deals
Alila Solo, Java
Jl. Slamet Riyadi No. 562 Surakarta Central Java
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 216 per night from Dec 4 to Dec 5
SAR 216
SAR 261 total
4 Dec - 5 Dec
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (133 reviews)
ok
Reviewed on 5 May 2025
Padma Hotel Semarang
Jl.Sultan Agung Semarang Jawa Tengah
The price is SAR 425 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
SAR 425
SAR 522 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews)
Nice swimming pool
Reviewed on 24 November 2025
Ibis Styles Semarang Simpang Lima
JALAN PAHLAWAN NO 2-2A Semarang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 100 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
SAR 100
SAR 120 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (11 reviews)
Quite comfortable stay except room is a bit small
Reviewed on 4 September 2025
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Central Java
Borobudur Temple
Borobudur Temple is just one of the places to see in Borobudur, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.
Dieng Plateau
Learn about the local history of Dieng when you take a trip to Dieng Plateau. Discover the area's sunrises and hot springs.
Mount Merbabu National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Merbabu National Park, a lovely green space in Getasan. Wander the forest and gardens while you're in the area.
