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Java, a land rich in history and diversity, has witnessed the footsteps of our ancient ancestors

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Java Collection: Relief panel, Candi Shiva Mahadeva, Prambanan temple complex, Yogyakarta, Java, Indonesia
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Java Collection: Jakarta History Museum, old town, Jakarta, Java, Indonesia
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Java Collection: The bathing complex of Taman Sari water castle, Yogyakarta, Java, Indonesia
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Java Collection: National Monument tower, Merdeka Square, Jakarta, Java, Indonesia
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Java Collection: City skyline at sunset, Jakarta, Java, Indonesia
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Java Collection: Historical colonial buildings, Old Batavia, Jakarta, Java, Indonesia
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Java Collection: Buddha statue, Candi Borobudur buddhist temple, Muntilan, Java, Indonesia
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Java Collection: Buddha statue at sunset, Candi Borobudur buddhist temple, Muntilan, Java, Indonesia
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Java Collection: Scurrula atropurpurea (Loranthaceae) - Plate 385, Banks Florilegium
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Java Collection: Lepeostegeres geminiflorus (Loranthaceae) - Plate 386, Banks Florilegium
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Java Collection: Globba marantina (Zingiberaceae) - Plate 390, Banks Florilegium
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Java Collection: Dendropthoe pentandra (Loranthaceae) - Plate 384, Banks Florilegium
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Java Collection: Callicarpa albida (Verbenaceae) - Plate 379, Banks Florilegium
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Java Collection: The Javanese Dancing Girls, 1893 (lithograph)
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Java Collection: Bromo 6.6.11
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Java Collection: Melintas
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Java Collection: Vera Mirova in her snake dance, 1928
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Java Collection: Costumes of the people of Java, Indonesia, circa 1800
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Java Collection: Javan leopard (Panthera pardus melas) captive, endemic to Java. Endemic
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Java Collection: Map of Australasia (1898 engraving)
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Java Collection: Javanese nanny with European baby, Magalang, 1898. Creator: Christian Wilhelm Allers
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Java Collection: Indonesia - Java - Jakarta - Molenvliet Canal
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Java Collection: Java, Indonesia - Batavia - A backstreet canal


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Java, a land rich in history and diversity, has witnessed the footsteps of our ancient ancestors. From Homo erectus to Homo sapiens and Neanderthals, this island holds secrets of our past. The Sangiran 17 cranium, belonging to Java Man, serves as a reminder of our shared lineage. As the sun rises over Borobudur in Magelang, Central Java, we are greeted by a Buddha statue in Dharmachakra Mudra position. This iconic image symbolizes the path towards enlightenment that many have sought on this sacred soil. Amidst the lush landscapes stands the Acacia nilotica tree with its prickly branches reaching for the sky. Its presence reminds us of nature's resilience and adaptability. The Arupadhatu Buddha at Prambanan Temple is a testament to Java's religious heritage. This magnificent structure showcases intricate carvings that depict tales from ancient scriptures. Through time and space, hominid reconstructions guide us through the evolution of mankind on this island. From primitive beings to modern humans, each step represents progress and growth. Borobudur Buddhist Temple proudly stands as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Southeast Asia. Its grandeur attracts visitors from all corners of the globe who come seeking solace amidst its serene surroundings. The cast of Homo erectus' cranium (Sangiran 17) allows us to study their features up close – an opportunity to connect with our distant relatives who once roamed these lands. Intriguingly enough, when looking at maps from centuries ago such as the Globe of 1492, one can't help but notice how it lacked knowledge about the New World – a stark contrast to today's interconnected global society. Traveling back in time through photographs captured by Christian Wilhelm Allers in 1898 reveals glimpses into daily life on Java. A woman chewing tobacco showcases cultural practices that have evolved over the years.