Komodo dragon Native of Komodo, Flores, it is a protected species and the largest living lizard. It is also a fierce predator; the toxins in its saliva cause their victims
With their cute appearance resembling a friendly hug or a chubby half moon, cashew nuts are some of the most loved nuts of all times, in particular because of their
The Tenggerese is an ethnic group of Hindu religion who lives in the area around the Bromo-Tengger-Semeru National Park. The park offers a spectacular landscape of six volcanoes including Mount Bromo, the most popular and the spiritual heart of the area, and Mount Semeru, the highest mountain in Java at 3,676 mt.
Monitor lizard are common residents of the Gili islands and, although increasing construction and larger human presence have confined the territory of these beautiful reptiles, they are frequently spotted. Do not be fooled by their dragon-like appearance, these animals belong to the same genus of the fierce and dangerous Komodo dragons, but the species found in the Gilis is harmless. When you happen to meet one, worst-case scenario it will be so scared that it will start vomiting and defecating because of fear. To avoid this type of mutually disturbing encounters, do not food leftovers around the place.
DURIAN THE KING OF FRUITS You either love it or hate it. The strong smell, the sticky texture and the deep colour remind some people of the delights
SAVING SHARKS Shark conservation in Indonesia A new type of marine protected area is spreading around the globe: sharks sanctuaries. Created with the aim to protect the shark population from
Frangipani – beautiful, fragrant and legendary! With its grey/green bark, long leaves and colourful distinctive flowers, the frangipani is a common sight in the Gilis, adorning gardens and women’s hair.
GIDA – Gili Islands Dive Association DIVING SAFE IN THE GILIS Are you in Gili Trawangan and you cannot make up your mind on which dive shop to dive with?
THE SPICE TRADE A history full of flavour Indonesian Proverb “Asam di gunung, garam di laut bertemu dalam satu belanga.” (Tamarind on the mountain, salt in the sea
Gunung Leuser National Park a natural wonder and house of the Sumatran orangutans! Published on Gili Life Gunung Leuser National Park is one of the few places on Earth
