Bandung
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- proper noun
- For example, the city of Bandung, she observes, is both a hub of Indonesian nationalism and the production site of many famous American brand-name jeans.
- Bandung and Jakarta
- Bandung Conference
- Bandung Institute
Examples
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The mix of economic activities can be intriguing, as in the shoe street of Bandung, where shoe factories and outlets face a busy commercial thoroughfare and paddies are tended at the rear.
Academic text (1993) -
It's 9:30 a.m. on a Sunday, and the mood inside the school building in Bandung, Indonesia, is festive.
Blog text (16) -
If it's football you want, then Bandung could well be the place to be at the end of this month.
Blog text (19) -
The mass ceremonies in Bandung have grown bigger and more popular every year.
Blog text (16) -
Interior towns such as Bogor and Bandung, on the other hand, were designed as highland resorts with large estates and gardens.
Academic text (1993) -
The Cianjur regency is located in the province of West Java, about midway between Bandung and Jakarta.
Academic text (2004) -
One social studies student-teacher at an elementary school in Bandung attempted to integrate student-centered approaches, including cooperative learning and role-playing.
Academic text (1997) -
In the major cities—such as Jakarta, Bandung, and Semarang—MSW is generally handled through transfer stations on its way to final disposal sites.
Academic text (1998) -
Bandung is known for its cool climate, making it a popular resort destination in Bandung.
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The vibrant culture and beautiful landscapes of Bandung attract many tourists each year.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Bandung comes from a local Sundanese/Indonesian word bendung, which means 'dam'. The city grew beside a river where people built a dam, so the place was named after that feature.