Anyar, Coastal district in Serang, Indonesia.
Anyar is a coastal district on the western shore of Java with numerous villages and beaches spread across the region. Small fishing settlements dot the coastline, creating a landscape shaped by maritime traditions and rural settlements.
The district was an important port during the Dutch East Indies period until the Krakatau volcano eruption in 1883 transformed the landscape. This catastrophic event reshaped the coastal area and left lasting impacts on local communities.
The villages here preserve local traditions that shape daily life in the district. Fishing communities maintain customs passed down through generations, visible in how people interact with the sea and their work.
Visitors can reach the district from Jakarta via toll road toward Merak, with travel times ranging from two to three hours. The early morning or late afternoon hours offer the most comfortable travel conditions to avoid traffic and heat.
The Anyar Lighthouse was rebuilt in 1885 after tsunami destruction and stands as a testament to Dutch influence and the region's resilience. Its location offers views across the coastline and shows how the area reorganized itself following the disaster.
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