A sprawling metropolis of 2.4 million inhabitants, Bandung is the capital of the West Java province in Indonesia, and the country’s third largest city by population. Surrounded by volcanic mountains and tea plantations, Bandung is blessed with an abundance of natural beauty, drawing travellers from abroad. During colonial times, Bandung’s fashion boutiques, chic cafés, and lavish hotels earned the city its nickname of Parijs van Java (Paris of Java). Bandung is now the epicentre of learning and creativity in Indonesia, with top universities and a vibrant arts culture.