Kartini, first feminist in Jepara
Raden Ayu (Ajoe) Kartini,
(April 21, 1879–September 13, 1904), was a prominent Javanese and an Indonesian national heroine. Kartini is known as a pioneer in the area of women's rights for native Indonesians.
Kartini's concerns were not just in the area of the emancipation of women, but also the problems of her society. Kartini saw that the struggle for women to obtain their freedom, autonomy and legal equality was just part of a wider movement.
Location and Coordinates of Jepara
Latitude: -6.583333
Longitude: 110.65
(Decimal degrees)
Latitude (DMS): 6° 34' 60 S
Longitude (DMS): 110° 39' 0 E
(Degrees, minutes and seconds)
Mayong
The city Mayong, being known as the home town of RA Kartini is also a centre of ceramics production.
Mayong Ceramics are exported to many countries.
Mayong is located halfway between Jepara and Kudus.