Batu (city)

   

Batu is a city located in East Java Province of Indonesia. It is situated about 20 km to the northwest of Malang. Formerly, it was a part of Malang Regency; but in 2001, Batu became an independent city legalized by Act No. 11 of 2001, when it became an independent municipal city with its ownmayor and council.A population of 190,000 people, it lies on the southern slopes of Gunung Welirang. Its population largely consists of Javanese.

Fresh green apples, cool mountain air, stunning natural beauty, and a whole lot of fun, are among the many appealing features associated with the pleasant town of Batu in East Java.Famous as the “apple” city, the one thing you should get that defines your vacation in Batu is obviously  apple products (the fruits not the gadgets). From the freshly picked apples, apple syrups, to apple crackers.  Souvenir shops and snack centers anywhere will definitely offer these iconic snacks. Aside from apples Batu also offers various kinds of fruits chips. Being a vacation city, Batu is never short of facilities, including dining options. If you want to taste the local cuisine you can try some of East Java’s typical cuisine such as Rawon, Chicken Soto, and Malang’s own Bakso (meatballs in soups) Malang.