Village Without Rollaway Bed

Every traveler would expect the mattress as bedding when staying in a place. But, no mattress when you are on vacation and stay overnight in the village of East Legung, Madura because villagers have always slept on the sand.

Unique. That's Indonesia. Indonesia does have a lot of diverse uniqueness that is not owned by other countries. One of the unique and interesting is the village of 'no mattress'.

When you are traveling to Madura, East Java, try to visit and spend the night in the northern coastal village district Batang-batang Sumenep. Village of East Legung, almost all the people in the village work as fishermen.


Glance is nothing strange. You can spend a holiday by enjoying the life of this friendly fishing village. You can see the fishermen went to sea, playing on the beach, or socializing with the villagers.

But when night falls you will be given a special surprise by the owner of the house where you stay. When you enter the room, you will not find cotton mattress or spring bed as the house in general. Yes, in the room There's only flattened sand dunes or sand pool.

This does not mean they can not afford to buy a mattress, but since has become local tradition. The sand which is used as bedding is white sand taken from the surrounding coast. Villagers also believe that sleeping in the sand is able to treat arthritic pain. In fact, they have a belief that gave birth in the sand can make a healthier baby.

Uniquely, the sand used for bedding is not sticky in the body. It is also considered to be a distinctive feature. Every room in the house has a plot like a pool bath composed of brick. Then, filled with white sand.


In addition to the rooms, also many white sand scattered on the home page. The women also love to sit and chat in the sand. Sand used by local people have passed the screening process in order to really clean.

Sand used for regular beds cleaned by sieving each morning and afternoon. Replacement of sand were carried out once a year. In addition to the 'Village of East Legung', there are two other villages, namely 'Village Dapenda' and 'Village West Legung'.

Tourists who come to these villages could also feel the sensation of sleeping on a mattress. Sleeping in the sand makes the body feel warmer in the winter and be cooler in the summer.

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The prettiest beach in Pacitan

Klayar Beach

Klayar coast called the prettiest beach in Pacitan, East Java. This beach has exotic rocks such as those in Tanah Lot Bali. And also this beach has white sand is so perfect!

beaches on the southern island of Java known for her beauty. Starting from Ujung Genteng to Gunungkidul beaches, almost all beach has fine white sand and beautiful scenery. No exception Klayar beach in Pacitan.

Klayar beaches in the District Donorojo, located 35 km to the west of the town of Pacitan. A trip to the beach can be reached by car or motorcycle.


After arriving at the beach Klayar, you will be greeted with the blue ocean in front of your eyes. Waves and wind breezes complement the distinctive atmosphere of the beach. One more scene will make you wonder is the number of rocks on the beach.

The rocks ranging in size from small stones, to the high cliffs. Not least, people call Coastal Klayar as 'Tanah Lot' of Java. The view is very beautiful and charming.

You can walk down the beach to take in its beauty. Fine white sand will be your footing. Coupled with a quiet atmosphere, you would like to linger there.


Seeing the waves hit the rocks are exotic scenery. Apparently there is a fountain in Klayar. The fountain is a concern because of the pounding waves are quite heavy and into the rock crevice. Then, the water gushed out like a fountain. You can prove yourself this miracle.

For you fans of photography, this beautiful beach is apt to be a shoot location. Not to mention during the afternoon, gorgeous sunset will appear at Klayar Coast. The beauty on the beach klayar can make you reluctant to leave the beach.

Although there are not yet fully equipped, beautiful beach Klayar able to make anyone fall in love. Pay a visit to the most beautiful beach in Pacitan, and see for yourself the charm.

Klayar Beach

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Sempu Island, "the lost paradise" of East Java

Sempu Island

Natural oasis that lies deep in the hinterland village of Tambakrejo, District "Sumbermanjing Wetan", exactly the opposite of Beach "Sendang Biru". It was called Island Sempu.

The island has a natural beauty, exciting struggles and challenges needed to be able to enjoy it. Before crossing into Sempu, you'll be treated to hospitality fishermen on the coast of  "Sendang Biru". On this beach, you can walk along a stretch of white sand, looking into the activities of fishermen or the fish auction.

To get into Sempu, you must obtain permission from the manager because this island is a protected nature reserve. It is unfortunate, if this beautiful island became destroyed by the hands of irresponsible visitors. After obtaining permission, we can hire a boat to cross to the island Sempu, a boat can carry up to 10 people, and charged 100 thousand rupias for the shuttle. We will be delivered to the Gulf of ants on the north side of the island.


Then the journey continues on foot through the lowland tropical forests.
visitors must pass through difficult terrain until the angle of inclination 60 degrees. The most challenging is when you pass the bridge of the spanning tree fell on a natural river. If lucky, will see hordes of wild monkeys hanging from the roof of the forest. Forest bird graced this trip, too. Two hours later the smell of the beach was ambushed, when the waters "Segara Anakan' was seen as an end tropical forest.

Segara Anakan is a small, white sandy beaches. No single occupancy on the ground, so if you want to stay, you have to bring tents and other adventure equipment. The water of Lake Segara Anakan actually comes from the waters of the Indian Ocean. The water came in through the large round hole in the cliffs of the southeast. So when the waves come in, the water will look so beautiful like a blast of the dragon. Indistinct from the beach "Segara Anakan", are still heard the crash of the Indian Ocean hit the steep cliffs on the south side of the island Sempu. If it rises to the top of the cliff at the Segara Anakan, will be seen a stretch of a vast Indian Ocean.

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