Paradise Island in Belitung

Paradise IslandKaolin lake located in the Bangka Belitung Islands have all-white panorama. a paradise for photographers, and more spectacular with the light blue water.Walk to the Bangka Belitung Islands, east of the island of Sumatra, not just talk about the beauty of the beach with large rocks. You can see another charm that is not less interesting, such as Lake Kaolin with all-white sandstone.Kaolin lake is located at Jalan Murai, or about 15 minutes from downtown Tanjungpandan. This beautiful lake has a dazzling white sandstone.Kaolin lake is often referred to as the Kaolin Mine Lake. because actually it is a mine in Belitung. All of these minerals to be income for residents in the vicinity. But now, the mining activity was...

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back to the ancient megalith in southern Sumatra

MegalithAfter Subak in Bali, UNESCO also lists Pagaralam City, located in South Sumatera as a candidate World Heritage Site. This megalithic heritage town has a variety of destinations that can make tourists fascinated. Pagaralam megalithic heritage sites in South Sumatra, was registered as a candidate for UNESCO World Heritage Site. Not surprisingly, the city covering an area of ​​633 square kilometers has many historical tourist potential.Megalith Here, you can see some of the megalithic relic of the estimated more than 1,000 years old. Where the discovery of the relics of which are: Hamlet Atungbungsu plantations, coffee plantations Cawang Old Hamlet, TegurWangi old, Cape Aro, and Mingkik. Do not be surprised if, in the middle...

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Rafflesia Arnoldi Flower in Bengkulu

Rafflesia ArnoldiIndonesia is very rich, not only cultural but also flora and fauna. Indonesia has some of the flora or rare plants, such as flowers Rafflesia Arnoldi, known as carrion flowers. This giant flower has a characteristic that is able to invite a lot of attention.Rafflesia Arnoldi is one of the rare plant that only grows in the southern part of Sumatra, especially in the province of Bengkulu. in 1818, a British lieutenant of Thomas Stamford Raffles and Dr. Arnoldy who was then serving as governor of Bengkulu and botanist, is the person who first discovered this plant in Bengkulu.The largest part of the Flower Raflesia Arnoldi are five petals that surround the inside, which looks like a barrel-shaped mouth. At the base of the barrel-shaped,...

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The largest ancient temple complex in Indonesia

Muaro  Jambi temple complexIf Cambodia has Angkor Wat, and there is Bagan in Myanmar, Indonesia also has a vast temple complex. The temple complex is Muaro Jambi, which is located on the banks of the River Batang Hari, Jambi Province.What astonished the world with the existence of Angkor Wat. His name is known almost in every country, as a very beautiful temple complex and nuanced spiritual. Similarly, Bagan, a city in Myanmar is almost entirely covered by a collection of magnificent temples. But you know, Indonesia also had the same thing.indonesia tourismMuaro Jambi temple complex is a relic of the Kingdom of Srivijaya, and the kingdom of Malay. As the name implies, this complex is located in District Muaro Sebo,...

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Perfection of Central Kalimantan

OrangutansNatural Borneo save a lot of natural wonders, ranging from dense jungle to charming orangutans. Tanjung Puting National Park, Central Kalimantan, you can find it all and adventure in it.For those more adventurous, Tanjung Puting National Park should not be missed. Unspoiled jungle will challenge your adrenaline while exploring it. There is also a unique wildlife and protected in this place, the orangutan. You can interact and play with it up close, funny!This national park has an area about the size of the island of Bali and has become a national park in 1982. Tanjung Puting also became the first location in Indonesia as an orangutan rehabilitation center.It takes a long journey and no small cost to visit this national park. Generally,...

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Proboscis Largest Habitat, in the Middle Barito River

Proboscis MonkeyProboscis is the mascot of South Kalimantan, especially Banjarmasin who became its capital. You can see their native habitat in Kaget Island who are in the midst of Barito River.This is a unique species of monkeys. Proboscis has a long nose and a flushed face. There is a reason this one species of monkeys used as the mascot of South Kalimantan in particular Banjarmasin city. One is, because their habitat is located in the administrative area.Kaget island is the land that was in the middle of the River Barito. This island has been designated as a nature reserve since 1976. In addition to the original habitat proboscis monkey (Nasalis larvatus), the island is also enlivened by long-tailed monkeys and several species of birds.Barito...

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Sensing Wildlife in Borneo Kalimantan

borneo kalimantanFor you lovers of special interest tours, vacation must try to 'Sentarum Lake National Park'(SLNP). There, tourists can catch crocodiles, exploring the woods, and go put out the burning bush. Fun!Sentarum Lake National Park ( SLNP ) in West Kalimantan are offering different tours. There are many exciting activities to do while in there, like catching a crocodile, see raptors (birds of prey), or participate in a burning forest fire fighting.it is not difficult to reach this region. You can use the plane to Pontianak, then proceed by road. but do not forget to contact the party responsible for the national park before coming, so that all your needs can be provided.Start your holiday by enjoying the morning air of Bukit Tekenang,...

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Fights Cane Culture in Lombok

about lombokLombok is not only rich in natural scenery. There are also fights cane culture, which has become hereditary tradition.Peresean is a dangerous sport that has become a culture in Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara. Two participants race known as Pepadu cane, wearing a traditional cloth sasak with bare-chested. They are holding a cane and a shield of sheepskin.Both attacked each other, and find opponents weakness. Pepadu allowed to hit the entire upper body, from waist to head. They attacked each other and find opponents weakness.This tradition can be found easily in Lombok. Peresean was also held with the intention as of gratitude for the blessings of Almighty.about lombokabout lombokabout lombokabout lom...

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List of attractions in Bali

Bali Tourism MapIn Bali there are so many sights, and very suitable place to visit, for those of you who thirst for travel. Now the island of Bali has conjured domestic and foreign tourists for its natural beauty and uniqueness of its culture.Its strategic location, Located in between Java and The island of Lombok (NTB). Denpasar is the provincial capital located on the southern island. The majority of Balinese are Hindu. In the world, Bali is famous as a tourist destination with a unique variety of art-culture, especially for the Japanese, and Australia. Island of the Gods (Pulau Dewata) and who has a Thousand Temple Island (Pulau Seribu Pura) is another name of the island of Bali.To know and allow you to search for attractions on the...

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There's a cool engraving Dayak, in this village

Dayak carvings and cultureNot many people know about the existence of Kampung Batu Buroq in West Kutai, East Kalimantan. Though this village has a wealth of Dayak art and beautiful carvings.A tasteful art can be born of local knowledge of a region. In this village there is a traditional performing arts studio located in Kampung Batu Buroq, Jempang District, West Kutai district, East Kalimantan. named Panahat Bura.Carved arches, with a fence of wooden sculptures of human intangibles, to be welcoming the arrival of every guest visiting the Panahat Bura art gallery.Dayak carvings and cultureWhen set foot in this art gallery there is something amazing, the detail carvings and ornaments at each pole of wood used for construction of an...

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Solo Culinary Tourism

Solo is one of the culinary tourism destination. With relatively low prices, we can always choose food, snacks, and drinks are delicious. The specialty of Solo is a city that has kept alive the culinary all day - 24 hours.culinary in the solo, is: 1. TengklengTengklengTengkleng is a kind of curry goat food, but do not use coconut milk gravy. Tengkleng contents are the bones of a goat with a little meat on them, along with satay bowel, brain and other organs such as eyes, ears, cheeks, legs and others.Tengkleng will taste delicious to eat, when we eat away a bit of meat attached to the bone and suck the contents of the bones.Info sites:- Ibu Ediyem stalls, besides The gate Klewer Market - Open from early morning.- Ibu Tentrem stalls, Jalan...

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visited the home of Gods at Dieng Plateau

Lake WarnaDieng Plateau is believed to be the abode of the gods. No wonder, if in this place there is a historic temple complex. Located at an altitude of thousands of feet, Dieng also will make you fall in love with its natural beauty.This area is located in the village of Dieng, District Kejajar, Wonosobo district, or 26 km north of the City Wonosobo. Not a bit of domestic and foreign traveler who visited this place. There are spread of tea gardens, green scenery, fresh air and the sunrise was charming.Dieng derived from Sanskrit is "Di" meaning high place and "Hyang," which means place of the gods. You can find a temple complex in the region. The temples are named according to the beliefs and the characters of Mahabharata epic, such as Bima,...

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Fall in love with Lake Kelimutu

Lake KelimutuExotic natural attractions of Mount Kelimutu, the only place in the form of mountain tourism as well as lakes in Indonesia, Mount Kelimutu classified as a volcano, located in the province of  East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), more precisely on the island of Flores, Pemo Village, District Flores, Ende. Kelimutu mountain has a very unique craters, the crater that has three different color which is often called the lake kelimutu. uniqueness of the lake is the main attraction for the traveler.The three colors also have different meanings, the third name of the lake is Lake Tiwu Mbupu Ata, which is where the souls of the parents, Lake Tiwu Ata Polo are occupied by the spirits of the wicked and the Lake Tiwu Nuamuri Koofai gathering place...

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Solo Batik Carnival

Solo Batik CarnivalNo need to Sao Paulo, Brazil to see the fashion carnival. The city of Solo in Central Java also has a Solo Batik Carnival (SBC) which is not less glorious costumes. Solo Batik Carnival (SBC) successfully attracted thousands of spectators. Solo Batik Carnival held a carnival which confirms batik as an icon of Solo. Solo is famous as the city of batik. Village Laweyan and Village Kauman prove it. Batik has grown and evolved into a batik business in the small village for hundreds of years.The main costumes are made ​​from a luxurious and magnificent batik and colored lights, making the special performances of Solo Batik Carnival. No wonder the thousands of spectators coming from various places and crowded streets...

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The Beauty of Bunaken's Underwater

Who does not know Bunaken? foreign travelers were agreed, Bunaken is the perfect place to dive. There are a variety sorts of fish ornamental and coral reefs who charming in this place. so, Dive into the beauty!Bunaken at Manado Bay, with an area of ​​8.08 km ², located on the northern island of Sulawesi, Indonesia. Bunaken is part of the government city of Manado, the capital of North Sulawesi. The around of Bunaken marine park is part of the National Park. You can take it with a speed boat from Manado at a cost of Rp 25,000 per person for 40 minutes.In the Bunaken Marine Park, visitors can see an amazing colorful variety of marine life.Marine Park waters, allowing people could clearly see the variety of marine life. There are 13 types of coral...

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