Bengawan Solo, the longest river in Java is approximately 527 km in length. The great river flows from the Mt. Sewu, Wonogiri, Ponorogo and empties into Gresik, passing through Ngawi, Bojonegoro, Tuban and Lamongan.
Bengawan Solo is a blessing to people who live nearby, providing them livelihoodsas they rely on the river on daily basis for bathing, washing, fishing and even doing the harmful sand exploitation there.
Retrieved from the photographer Slamet Agus Sudarmojo's personal Facebook account (@Aguk Sudarmojo), here are some photos capturing the moments showing local residents' daily activities, living side by side with the river.
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© Facebook/@Aguk Sudarmojo - 1. One foggy morning in the river.
© Facebook/@Aguk Sudarmojo - 2. An overcapacity boat.
© Facebook/@Aguk Sudarmojo - 3. The sunset and the bamboo bridge.
© Facebook/@Aguk Sudarmojo - 4. The intersection of lives.
© Facebook/@Aguk Sudarmojo - 5. Traditional sand miners.
© Facebook/@Aguk Sudarmojo - 6. Locals' source of livelihood.
© Facebook/@Aguk Sudarmojo - 7. Water hyacinth overgrowing the surface.
© Facebook/@Aguk Sudarmojo - 8. The river during drought season.
© Facebook/@Aguk Sudarmojo - 9. Playful kids enjoying the cold water.