the beauty and mystery of the Lanang caves, West Java, Indonesia

 

Located near Pangandaran Beach, Ciamis Regency, Lanang Cave is called Lanang Cave because inside are deposits that are shaped like male genitalia. According to the story, this cave is the first palace of the Galuh kingdom while the second palace is in Karang Kamuyaan Ciamis. King Galuh was a man (lanang) who traveled. Lanang Selasari Cave is located in Selasari Village, Parigi District, in Pangandaran Regency to be precise, and can be reached from Pangandaran in about 1.5 hours. On the way to this river, you will enjoy a charming and unique view of the natural village that is part of the rafting experience package.

The uniqueness of Goa Lanang is that at first you will immediately jump to the rafting point at a distance of 10 meters and at the rafting point here you will go through a 360-meter long cave that looks like a kingdom and there are bats in it. . the upper wall of the cave there are many bats. Before starting the rafting, luggage such as a change of clothes and other items can be stored in a locker and taken to the destination. If you want to bring your camera, wallet, and cell phone, you can keep them in the rafting service company's dry bag. The next preparation is to listen to instructions while wearing the provided life jacket, helmet and flashlight. Please choose the right size to feel comfortable. Safety and comfort on this adventure... During the body rafting/river tubing tour you will be faced with views of Goa Lanang which is still beautiful and full of green color, birdsong and views of fields of rice.

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the beauty and origins of setu cicerem, West Java, Indonesia

 

The origin of Telaga Biru Kuningan is believed to be due to a Wali Songo who wanted to spread Islam in this place. This story is widely circulated in various circles of society. It is said that water came out of the lake when one of the saints struck the ground with a magic staff. The supernatural power of Karomah, who was owned by one of the Saints, eventually created a small spring that gushed out of the ground with God's permission. The place is often used as a place of ablution or ablution in the spread of Islam. The religious meetings that are often held make this beautiful lake a lake. Situ Cicerem as a large lake is not only used for purification but also to meet the needs of the local community.

The wider community around this village is also often responsible for its water needs. Interestingly, the water in this lake never recedes even though it is the dry season. This place has catang wood that is hundreds of years old. However, the wood is still standing. You will also see 4 chairs and 1 stone table. It is believed that the existence of these chairs and tables is the meeting point of the saints at that time. Characterized by a combination of highlands and lowlands, West Java offers beautiful drives that spoil the view. Kuningan Blue Lake, famous for the existence of Situ Cicerem, is located in Kaduela, Pasawahan District, Kuningan Regency, West Java. This place is one of the well-maintained tourist attractions that is very popular and loved by most of the people. This place is visited by many people to spend free time, relax, play and look for good photos. This lake is a natural lake with clear water and decorated with rocks and colorful fish. As its name suggests, Situ Cicerem is blessed with naturally blue springs like Blue Brass Lake. The clarity of the water that covers the lake at a depth of about 5 meters reveals the variety of life in it. Green water plants, rocky lake contours, and various species of fish inhabit this lake.

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the attraction and legend of Tangkuban Perahu Mountain

 

Traveling in the mountains with fresh air and beautiful panoramas is really something very pleasant and will refresh your spirit. Nature tourism that can be an alternative is Mount Tangkuban Perahu, an active volcano in the north of Bandung, to be precise in Cikole, Lembang, West Java or about 20 km from the center of Bandung. Mount Tangkuban Perahu, which is a popular tourist destination in and around the Bandung area, has many enthusiasts, both local and foreign tourists. In addition to its famous name due to the legend of Sangkuriang, Mount Tangkuban Perahu is a very beautiful tourist spot. Mount Tangkuban Perahu has a height of 2084 asl or about 2873 feet.

The temperature on this mountain is 17 degrees Celsius during the day and can go up to 2 degrees Celsius at night. Because the temperature is cold, do not forget to bring sweaters and jackets when you visit these tourist spots. Mount Tangkuban Perahu is still included in the category of active volcano whose status is still being monitored by the Indonesian Directorate of Volcanology. Some signs that this mountain is active are the presence of sulfurous gas and hot springs that erupt at the foot of the mountain, for example in Ciater. When visiting this mountain, it is highly recommended to wear a mask to avoid the strong smell of sulfurous gas. This tourist spot is also a protected forest whose sustainability, beauty and pure air are still maintained. Unlike other volcanoes,

the peak of Mount Tangkuban Perahu is elongated and looks like an upturned boat. There are also a number of tea plantations on the slopes of the mountain that invite you to linger in their beauty. Tangkuban Perahu offers beautiful mountain panoramas with fresh air and there are other tourist objects in the form of 3 craters with high sulfur content, namely Upas crater, Ratu crater and Domas crater. Apart from the three craters it has, there is another interesting thing about Mount Tangkuban Perahu, namely the Manarasa tree. The trees that grow densely around this tourist spot have red leaves and taste similar to guava leaves when eaten. According to local residents, the leaves of this tree can treat diarrhea. Uniquely, they also believe that this leaf can make you stay young as well. It is believed that Dayang Sumbi always eats this leaf to maintain her beauty and youth.

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charm of traditional village tourism

 

Ciptagelar Traditional Village is a village in Sukabumi Regency where people still adhere to their age-old traditions as Sundanese. Various activities are carried out according to ancestral customs, such as B. How to plant and how to dress. This uniqueness is a tourist attraction. Participants are often very eager to learn about the local culture and learn to live accordingly.

However, the people of Kampung Adat Ciptagelar are not against modernization. The proof is that electricity flows from hydroelectric power plants that are built independently. In addition, radio and television stations operated by local communities have also been established. Geographically, the traditional village of Ciptagelar is located in the interior of Mount Halimun-Salak. With these conditions, tourists can definitely feel the beautiful and cool atmosphere. The tourist village of Ciptagelar is one of the instagrammable natural tourist spots and highly recommended to visit this weekend.

This tourist spot is perfect for those of you who are looking for fresh air with a view of the green hills, which is very beneficial for the soul. Ciptagelar Tourist Village not only offers beautiful natural panoramas, but also provides cool mountains and rice fields due to its high altitude and lush trees.

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historical destinations and tours from Indonesia,

 

This tourist place is perfect for those of you who are looking for something unique and new because this place has a lot of uniqueness. This historical tourist attraction in Goa Sunyaragi has a unique building form, very different from Goa in general, which is dark and stuffy. However, Sunyaragi Cave in Cirebon City is like a garden surrounded by cave-like buildings. Sunyaragi cave tourist spot is not far from Jalan By Pass Brigjen Dharsono, Sunyaragi Village, Kesambi District, Cirebon City, West Java. The historic tourist destination of Goa Sunyaragi is perfect for a weekend getaway with family, friends or loved ones. There are many ways to pass the time on the weekends, one of which is to go on vacation to your favorite place or relax in a destination you have never explored. Visiting tourist attractions has become routine for some people just to get rid of fatigue due to busy work activities.

Sunyaragi Cave is one of the most recommended Instagram history tours to visit on this weekend trip. This tourist place is perfect for those of you who are looking for something unique and new because this place has a lot of uniqueness. This historical tourist attraction in Goa Sunyaragi has a unique building form, very different from Goa in general, which is dark and stuffy. However, Sunyaragi Cave in Cirebon City is like a garden surrounded by cave-like buildings. Sunyaragi cave tourist spot is not far from Jalan By Pass Brigjen Dharsono, Sunyaragi Village, Kesambi District, Cirebon City, West Java.

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the natural charm of the white crater of West Java, Indonesia

 

Knowing the white crater of Bandung Tourism The white crater of Bandung is famous for its uniqueness, its white waters resembling limestone. This crater is the result of a natural phenomenon created by the eruption of Mount Patuha. This eruption created a very wide crater with white water that is unique for its high sulfur content. In addition to sulfur, other chemical elements also play a role in coloring the water in this crater. Mount Patuha erupted in the 10th and 12th centuries. The eruption had a huge impact on the area around the mountain. Initially, this crater was not a major tourist destination in the area.

But in 1987, the geologist Franz Wilhelm Junghuhn began to investigate on the top of Mount Putuha. During his investigation he found a crater with a very beautiful color in the mountainous area. The smell of sulfur in the crater is also very strong. During the Dutch colonial period, a lime factory was built near the crater. The Dutch government has determined that the crater has a very high lime content. After the Dutch were no longer in power in Indonesia, this lime factory was still active under Japanese administration.

Simply put, after the independence of Indonesia, this place is considered a tourist attraction and continues to grow today. Apart from the early history of the rise of the Bandung White Crater tourist attraction, this place cannot be separated from the legends and folklore found in it. Like other legendary sites, this white crater is rich in folklore believed by the local community. Prior to the geologists' investigation, the site was believed by local people to be sacred. This is believed to be because there are no animals here, unlike other mountainous areas. Local people believe that there are sacred ancestral graves on this site. Therefore, until now there are still many people who perform rituals in this place.

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stone garden, between paths and relics of antiquity

 

Stone Garden Bandung is a tourist spot in Bandung where you can see ancient rocks and fossils. Rock garden is used as a term for a very large piece of land covered with jagged but beautiful looking rocks. This place is one of the most interesting places in Bandung and is visited by many tourists. For tourists visiting this place, ancient beauty comes in the form of naturally formed rocks.

In the history of Bandung Rock Garden, this place used to be a lake. One of the compelling reasons for the establishment of this place is the Pawon cave, which is located not far from the place. In addition, the cave is also suspected to be an important reason that this place was a human relic in ancient times. In addition to the discovery of the Pawon cave, various researchers have also found other historical objects such as the Pasir Pawon Citatah and various artifacts related to ancient human history.

The discovery is also believed to be the ancestors of the native Bandung people in the form of bones, animal teeth and skeletal remains. For those of you who want to enjoy the natural beauty of this place, you can go directly to the address of Stone Garden. All Bandung Rock Garden locations are on top of Mount Pawon in Giri Mulya Masigit Village, Cipatat district. This place is still in Padalarang district, West Bandung Regency. You should not worry about getting to this place because it is very easy to get there both by public transport and private vehicles.

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the prima donna of the Green Canyon tour in Pangandaran Indonesia

 

Who does not know Green Canyon, a tourist spot called Green Canyon which was popularized by a Frenchman in 1993. However, Sundanese call Green Canyon Cukang Taneuh or Landbrug in Indonesian. The name Green Canyon is also a play on the name Grand Canyon in Colorado,

United States. Located in Kertayasa Village, Cijulang District, Pangandaran Regency, 31 km from Pangandaran. Shaped like a canyon formed by soil erosion due to the flow of the Cijulang River over millions of years, it penetrates a cave with impressive stalactites and stalagmites and is flanked by two rocky hills and dense trees that offer unique and challenging natural attractions. To get to this place we have to rent a rowing boat at the Ciseureuh quay.

The drive to Green Canyon takes about 30-45 minutes with a distance of about 3 km. The boat costs IDR 200,000 for up to 5 people and operates every day from 07:30 AM to 04:00 PM WIB. On the way, our eyes feast on the calm green color of the river water. There is a Palatar waterfall at the entrance of the cave, so the atmosphere in this tourist spot is very cold. Activities include rock climbing, swimming, kayaking, boating, and fishing. To reach this place, tourists can use the boats that are widely available at the Ciseureuh pier, both outboard and pedal-powered. This tourist attraction is adjacent to the Batu Karas tourist attraction and Nusawiru Airport.

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