pranata mangsa: the ancient javanese calendar of nature
Long before the advent of modern technology like weather satellites or forecasting apps, the people of the Indonesian archipelago had their own way of understanding the natural world. One of…
mbok mase: the independent woman behind laweyan batik
The sun has just risen in Solo, but the sharp smell of boiling batik wax is already moving through the narrow alleys of Kampung Batik Laweyan. Behind the high walls,…
interesting places to celebrate vesak in indonesia besides borobudur
Vesak Day is often associated with Borobudur Temple. However, there are many other Vesak celebrations across Indonesia that are just as interesting to visit. From rituals in ancient temple areas…
manten sapi: where faith meets javanese agrarian wisdom
As Eid al-Adha approaches, many regions across Indonesia become lively with preparations for the annual sacrifice ritual. However, in Pasuruan Regency, East Java, there is a unique tradition that makes…
laweyan: exploring 500 years of solo’s batik history
Many people visit Solo to buy Batik, but not everyone knows the true soul behind the fabric. If you want to see more than just a marketplace, you must walk…
the art of tradition: how to communicate with local community through tradition
Have you ever wondered what truly remains when the stage lights are turned off and the guests begin to leave? Often, we visit a place expecting a "performance", a fragment…
active recovery & coral reef protection: why your presence is the key to reef recovery
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reports approximately 84% of the world's coral reefs are experiencing bleaching due to ocean temperatures hitting record highs in 2024. In Indonesia, this…
sejiva impact report 2025
read full report Behind every Sejiva journey, there are guides, farmers, weavers, ceremony keepers, and community members who feel the direct effects of travel. Sejiva spent its second year making…
community based tourism: who really owns the story behind travel?
The air in the highlands of Flores is thick with the scent of woodsmoke and drying cloves. In villages like Ende or Wae Rebo, the welcome is always warm, a…
Traditional Village in Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara
the women of sukarara: 300 years of keeping culture alive
When planning your journey through Lombok, your mind likely drifts toward the island’s pristine coastline. But, are you willing to step on one of the oldest weaving settlements on the…
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