Intrepid travellers know Bandung for its Art Deco architecture, cool mountain air, sprawling tea plantations and dramatic volcanic landscapes. But among heritage menswear enthusiasts and boot collectors, the Indonesian city is famous for something else entirely.The capital of West Java – often called Paris van Java for its colonial-era elegance and thriving creative culture – has quietly become one of the world’s most respected destinations for handmade boots. In boot circles, a pair of handmade boots from Bandung is mentioned in the same breath as iconic heritage brands such as Red Wing, Viberg and White’s Boots. What began as a niche…