The East Java’s Calendar of Events 2011 contains the schedule of some traditional ceremonies, traditions, festivals and performances which held in the cities and the regencies in East Java. It is designed to promote and to publicize the tourism agenda in the whole area in East Java.
It is important to inform that the local communities usually determine the schedules of the ceremonial events by using the calendars of Javanese, Moslem, and Hindu Tenggerese. Therefore, to assure the exact date of the events, it is advisable to confirm the local Government Tourist Offices.
We hope the East Java’s Calendar of Events 2011 will be helpful and useful for visitors and travelers.
MARCH
| 2 March – JALANIDHIPUJA SEA OFFERING | |
| The religious rituals of Hindu society that are consecutively held in 3 days before Nyepi holiday on the beach of Balekambang. The ceremony launches offerings to the sea to express thanksgiving and pray together to drive away the evil spirit. Location: Balekambang beach, Malang regency |
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| 30 March – 4 April – OFF ROAD COMPETITION | |
| The natural potential and panoramas of Batu City is supporting for off road sport activities. Besides supporting the friendship and togetherness among the off road members. Moreover, it can also promote BATU landscape, for the participants will come from throughout Indonesia. Location: Batu City |
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| ELECTION OF MR. & MISS. OF EAST JAVA TOURISM: RAKA-RAKI | |
| To develop talent, interest and capability of young generation in the field of tourism and to increase their participation in the development of the tourism sector, East Java Government Culture and Tourism Service holds a regular annual election of tourism ambassador (Raka-Raki) for East Java Province. It is participated by 38 regencies / cities in East Java. The program activities include: coaching, debriefing, and the empowerment of Tourism Ambassadors. Location : Surabaya City |
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More info visit
www.eastjava.com
