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The Rainbow Village What happens when a filthy and gloomy run-down slum in central Java, Indonesia receives a dazzling makeover? It turns into an internet sensation and a tourist spot overnight! Yes, my readers, I am telling about the hamlet now dubbed as “the rainbow village” located on a hillside above a river that used to be a typical low income Indonesian neighborhood. The rainbow village has now become a hot spot for Instagram shots and some of the pictures shot there have gone viral too. Those who are interested to see some of these photos can see them below. Happy Viewing! Image credits: Arieprakhman, Isnaininurul51, Kingkin.kin, Jalidin, Nicolas_Ertaf, Riza_fe. Isnaininurul51, Anakhitssemarang Source: The Daily Star and Internet. |
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Kaleidoscope of colours
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6/4/2017 5:53 am |
Great pictures Look.........That was a great think outside the box idea to renovate that area with color.
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Great pictures Look.........That was a great think outside the box idea to renovate that area with color.
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Wow!! The colours are very up-lifting and cheery!!
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Wow!! The colours are very up-lifting and cheery!!
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The village has by now been turned into a tourist spot. The project was reportedly inspired by at least 3 other towns in the country that adopted similar paint jobs. It has since been reported that" the investments made in revamping the former slum are sure to pay off, as local businesses are already seeing a rise in souvenir and food sales, according to the Indonesian Builders Association" Thank you so much MySeek for stopping by and for your comments. I appreciate!
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At first, my thoughts were "Wow, what a change a new coat of paint can make!" Then I wondered if it is just a quick fix to a more underlying problems. I hope it will lift the spirits of the people of the village and they will continue on with the improvements..... if allowed to just deteriorate, it will look worse than before. For myself, it is too much color, but I have noticed in pictures from your and some other's pictures that bright colors are very prominent in that part of the world. I appreciate you sharing these things. Thank you. Be a prism, spreading God's light and love, not a mirror reflecting the world's hatred.
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My first thought was...wouldn't a child love that! I guess I am a tall child
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At first, my thoughts were "Wow, what a change a new coat of paint can make!" Then I wondered if it is just a quick fix to a more underlying problems. I hope it will lift the spirits of the people of the village and they will continue on with the improvements..... if allowed to just deteriorate, it will look worse than before. For myself, it is too much color, but I have noticed in pictures from your and some other's pictures that bright colors are very prominent in that part of the world. I appreciate you sharing these things. Thank you.
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Thank you so much for stopping by and for your post left on my blog page,Liszt. I appreciate. I agree with your comments. The people of this particular village now know how to change everything overnight so easily!
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My first thought was...wouldn't a child love that! I guess I am a tall child
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Thanks for your visit and also for your meaningful comment. Stay well and happy always, JKH.
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Very kewl, nice pics too
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Boogie....I am delighted to read from you here on my blog page after a long time. Thanks for stopping by and leaving your meaningful comments. You are absolutely correct that no one wants to live in poverty and a small gesture from someone can make all the positive difference in the world. I could guess that you like bright colors like I do. The color of your car tells me so. Take care and stay happy always.
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Nice renovation in comparison to what it was and looked before. These too bright colors really camouflage well such a dense habitation, as long as it fits them. Thanks for the blog. Enjoy your day MBN.
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Nice renovation in comparison to what it was and looked before. These too bright colors really camouflage well such a dense habitation, as long as it fits them. Thanks for the blog. Enjoy your day MBN.
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MBN, thanks for your above response, concerning the the Wet Day, do you mean a rainy day!? Or wet in other aspect?? Which one is it? I guess Wet Day can mean so many things. Thanks again. However, I wish you a Wet Day so as not to forget it ever. Be happy and joyful.
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MBN, thanks for your above response, concerning the the Wet Day, do you mean a rainy day!? Or wet in other aspect?? Which one is it? I guess Wet Day can mean so many things. Thanks again. However, I wish you a Wet Day so as not to forget it ever. Be happy and joyful.
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Thank you so much for passing by and for leaving your analytical short comment! I appreciate, ET. Stay always well and cheerful.[/SIZE]
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