Kudus Travel Guide
Situated at the foot of Mount Muria in central Java, Kudus is a modern town known for its factories and cigarette and vehicle manufacture. The name Kudus comes from the Arabic words Al Kuds, which means holy.
- Worth It?
- Only if you are passing through and want to stop to eat and take a break.
- What to Do
- trekking, sampling the local cuisine, visit the church.
- Best Time to Go
- during the dry season between May and September.
- How Long?
- A day or less is enough to refuel in Kudus.
- Trivia
- Kudus is believed to be the birthplace of the kretek, a clove cigarette which is smoked all over Indonesia.
On first glance it would seem that this Islamic town has little to over tourists, and indeed most people pass straight through Kudus on their way to the islands of Karimunjawa or the beauty of Jepara. Those who do visit do so mainly for business, and leave soon after arriving.
However, the fact that most tourists don't visit Kudus many appeal to some travelers, and there are certainly plenty of places for those who decide to spend the night. The Islamic, Muslim and Hindu influences in the town make this a good place to stop for a meal when on the road.
Travel to Kudus - Getting There
The easiest way to get to Kudus is by flying into the international airport in Jakarta and then taking a bus to Kudus (40 minutes). Alternatively, visitors can fly from the airport at Semarang (30 minutes). There are also regular buses from other major towns and cities in central Java such as Demak, Jepara and Semarang (30 minutes)
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