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-'''West Java''' is a [[province]] in [[Indonesia]]. It is located in the western part of the island of [[Java]] and its capital and largest urban area is [[Bandung]]. The province's population is approximately 49.5 million, making it the most populous province in Indonesia.
+{{short description|Province of Indonesia}}
-== Geography ==
+[[File:West_Java_Province.png|thumb|right|Map of West Java Province]]
-== History ==
+'''West Java''' ({{lang-id|Jawa Barat}}) is a province of [[Indonesia]] located on the western part of the island of [[Java]]. It is bordered by the provinces of [[Banten]] to the west, [[Central Java]] to the east, and the [[Special Capital Region of Jakarta]] to the northwest. The province's capital is [[Bandung]].
-== Culture ==
+==Geography==
-The [[Sundanese people]], the native ethnic group in West Java, are known for their distinct culture which differs from the [[Javanese culture]]. The Sundanese language, arts, and traditions are preserved in West Java.
+[[File:Map_of_West_Java_with_cities_and_regencies_names.png|thumb|left|Map of West Java with cities and regencies names]]
-== Economy ==
+==History==
-West Java's economy is mainly based on industry and agriculture. The province is one of the largest contributors to Indonesia's GDP, with a significant portion coming from the industrial sector. Major industries include automotive, electronics, textile, and food processing.
+[[File:COLLECTIE_TROPENMUSEUM_De_weg_van_Buitenzorg_naar_de_Preanger_Regentschappen_TMnr_3728-429c.jpg|thumb|right|Historical road from Buitenzorg to the Preanger Regencies]]
-== Tourism ==
+During the colonial period, West Java was a significant area for the [[Dutch East Indies]], with [[Bandung]] becoming a center for education and culture. The province played a crucial role in the Indonesian struggle for independence.
-== See also ==
+==Economy==
-* [[List of provinces of Indonesia]]
+West Java is one of Indonesia's most economically developed provinces. The economy is diverse, with agriculture, manufacturing, and services being the main sectors. The province is a major producer of rice, tea, and coffee. Industrial areas in [[Bekasi]], [[Karawang]], and [[Cikarang]] are significant contributors to the province's economy.
-* [[Sundanese cuisine]]
-* [[Music of West Java]]
+==Culture==
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'''West Java''' is a [[province]] in [[Indonesia]]. It is located in the western part of the island of [[Java]] and its capital and largest urban area is [[Bandung]]. The province's population is approximately 49.5 million, making it the most populous province in Indonesia.

== Geography ==
West Java borders [[Jakarta]] and [[Banten]] province to the west, and [[Central Java]] to the east. To the north is the [[Java Sea]]. To the south is the [[Indian Ocean]]. The province includes the [[Sundanese]] islands of [[Karimunjawa]], located in the Java Sea, and the [[Seribu Islands]] on the northern coast of Jakarta.

== History ==
The history of West Java is a part of the history of [[Indonesia]]. The region was a part of the ancient [[Sundanese]] kingdom of [[Tarumanagara]], one of the oldest Hindu kingdoms in Indonesia. The later kingdoms of [[Sunda]] and [[Galuh]] were located in West Java.

== Culture ==
The [[Sundanese people]], the native ethnic group in West Java, are known for their distinct culture which differs from the [[Javanese culture]]. The Sundanese language, arts, and traditions are preserved in West Java.

== Economy ==
West Java's economy is mainly based on industry and agriculture. The province is one of the largest contributors to Indonesia's GDP, with a significant portion coming from the industrial sector. Major industries include automotive, electronics, textile, and food processing.

== Tourism ==
West Java is home to a number of tourist destinations, including the city of [[Bandung]], known for its colonial architecture and culinary scene, and the [[Pangandaran]] beach resort.

== See also ==
* [[List of provinces of Indonesia]]
* [[Sundanese cuisine]]
* [[Music of West Java]]

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