the charm of Derawan Island, East Kalimantan, Indonesia is a paradise for adventurers

 

You can enjoy lovely and charming beach tourism in this beautiful island. This marine tourism is an archipelago with endless beautiful charms and is surrounded by no less impressive islands. Beautiful nature and fresh air are the attractions that this beautiful island has to offer. Derawan Island also offers panoramic views of the exotic sea with the uniqueness of marine life which is quite rare. With its still beautiful and well-kept natural wealth, this island deserves to be called a hidden paradise. To be curious, let's take a look at the following reviews about Derawan Island. Derawan Island is an archipelago in Berau, East Kalimantan.

This place has great maritime attractions. The most attractive destination for tourists is the underwater park which is also known by foreign tourists. The allure of the underwater world on offer can mesmerize anyone. Collections of coral with various shapes and a unique underwater world make a vacation on this exotic island an unforgettable experience. You can make these activities mandatory to make your vacation more enjoyable, especially if you do them as a family.

Another attraction of this island is the group of small islands and the clear blue water. The gradation of sea water and white sand beaches in the Derawan Islands is a sight not to be missed.

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Maratua Island, East Kalimantan, has a history

 

Lovers of sea tourism should not miss the island of Maratua in East Kalimantan. Because the farthest islands of Indonesia, which are directly adjacent to the Philippines and Malaysia, offer exotic seas and islands just like in the Maldives! This small U-shaped island has characteristics and functions that are not much different from the people of Derawan Island. With its great marine potential, you can enjoy the clear sea water for diving or snorkeling to see various cute and adorable marine species. Not only the beauty of the island and its enchanting underwater world,

you can also taste delicious island specialties. When you first set foot on this island, you will be greeted by the exotic clear blue sea, gentle breeze and calm waves. This area also has clean white sand beaches and surrounding mangrove forests. This island offers more fun as it offers many natural features worth exploring such as caves, coral reefs, jellyfish lakes where sea turtles lay their eggs, as many as 21 dive sites where you can meet various cute and rare animals. If you're lucky, you can directly interact with various forms of marine life, including sharks, squid, eels, seahorses, lobsters, needlefish,

turtles, and even giant rays. You don't need to go too deep, just dive to a depth of up to 5 meters and enjoy the natural beauty under the sea. Maratua Island Facilities During your vacation on this island, you will be spoiled for choice with comfortable and affordable facilities. Below are several scuba equipment rentals for those who want to dive. If you want to rest or spend the night, you can stay at Maratua Paradise Resort. Even so, there are also resident-owned homestays that tend to be cheaper than resorts.

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Lake Labuan is the mirror of a lake crossed by the equator from Kalimantan, Indonesia

 

Indonesia is indeed rich in charm. In Indonesia, not only customs and culture, but also tourist attractions contribute to the wealth of the country on the equator. As one of the islands crossed by the equator, the island of Kalimantan has extraordinary appeal. This island, which has a lot of natural wealth, is one of the islands where you can enjoy its natural beauty. Here is a rather unique magical place called Labuan Cermin. Both the beach and the mountains, this place is a lake with a beauty that will amaze everyone who visits it.

Labuan Cermin Lake is located in the village of Labuan Kelambu in Biduk-Biduk District, East Kalimantan, which is about 6 to 7 hours by road from the capital of Berau Regency, Tanjung Redeb, East Kalimantan. Although the journey is quite long, when you see the natural beauty of Labuan Cermin, your tiredness will soon disappear. Boat to cross to Labua. To get to Labuan Cermin Lake, visitors need to rent a boat at the pier with a boat rental fee of 200,000 round trip, and it will be cheaper if they come in groups. Upon reaching there,

visitors will be fascinated with the beauty of this lake. Labuan Cermin Lake has very clear water, even the bottom of the lake in the form of sea sand is clearly visible. Why is it called Labuan Cermin? This is because Labuan Cermin has a layer that reflects sunlight. This happens because Labuan Cermin Lake has a salty taste that can be felt when we taste the water on the surface of the lake, while the water on the bottom of the lake tastes fresh. These two types of water ensure that the lake has a separating layer that allows the water to bounce back. It is not uncommon for Labuan Cermin Lake to be called "Two Flavor Lake". Even though it looks shallow, you still need to be vigilant because the depth of this lake actually reaches 4 to 5 meters. The scenery around Labuan Cermin Lake is very relaxing. Surrounded by leafy trees that make the environment very shady, it is very suitable as a tourist place to escape momentarily from the hustle and bustle that is often encountered every day.

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shark rock beach indonesia, enjoy the beauty of the sea in front of the indian ocean

 

Batu Hiu Beach is a natural tourist destination that offers the beauty of the open sea of ​​the Indian Ocean from the top of a coral hill. Batu Hiu beach is often called Tanah Lot in West Java because it has a rock that juts out into the sea, like Tanah Lot on the island of Bali. Also, there is a rock in the middle of the sea that looks like a shark. Hence the name Batu Hiu Beach. Batu Hiu Beach is a popular destination for tourists who want to rest after lunch, as it has green grassy paths covered with Pandan Wong vegetation, which brings calm and sea breeze, providing comfort for tourists to relax and rest. . increase. after exploring other tourist destinations in Pangandaran Regency.

Batu Hiu beach is also often a location for pre-wedding photo shoots because it offers beautiful natural panoramas. In addition, there is a sacred burial site related to folklore, where several Mataram exiled royal troops called Ki Braja Lintang led by Aki Gede and Nini Gede are said to have visited this site. Not far from Batu Hiu beach is a turtle hatchery run by the Community Marine Biota Monitoring Group (POKWASMAS) started by Kang Didin. The camp can be reached on foot from VVV West approx. ± 150 minutes. At the turtle hatchery,

tourists can see various types of turtles, including green turtles, loggerhead turtles, and flathead turtles. Tourists also have the opportunity to participate in the release of hatchlings (baby turtles) into the open sea when they are young, 3 to 5 months old. Located in Ciliang Village, Parigi District, Batu Hiu Beach is about 22 km from Pangandaran and can be reached within 35 minutes by car. Tourists who wish to visit Batu Hiu Beach can use public transportation from Pangandaran Terminal to Batu Hiu Beach Gate, which is located on the left of the main Pangandaran – Cijulang road. After that, tourists can use trishaws or walk to Batu Hiu beach, which is about 500 meters away.

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Indonesian beauty with a European flavor

 

In Cianjur Regency, West Java, Italy has a Venice-style river tour. Navigating the canal by boat seems to take visitors to the original site. You don't need to spend a lot of money to spend a vacation in a place called Little Venice Cianjur. Visitors are spoiled for choice when it comes to designing buildings submerged in rivers. The boats are made as close as possible, with a variety of shapes to choose from. The rowers of the boat slowly invite tourists in as they enjoy the scenery. It is a pity not to miss this tourist area belonging to the City of Flowers.

Visitors can feel the visual beauty of the colorful buildings that are photogenic and Instagrammable. The cool atmosphere of the mountain peaks is also felt in this tourist area, with the presence of lakes and trees that are calm and pleasing to the eye. The river that surrounds this Venetian-style building is an artificial river specially designed to resemble a flood channel.

One of the highlights is when the tour boat passes under the bridge that connects the buildings. In Venice, the rowboats used to transport people are called gondolas. Also in Little Venice, Cianjur, some gondolas are designed as beautifully as in Italy, some are in the shape of a dragon-bodied taxi. Passengers are also escorted by professional rowers in the same striped clothing as in Italy. Visitors claim to be happy on vacation because it has a concept like a vacation in a European country.

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the charm of mount Salak and the mystery of the crater of the queen of Indonesia

 

The mountain country never dies. From the slopes to the top, it has a charm that you never tire of finding. Each point has a singularity and beauty that always leaves pleasant memories. In fact, the desire to enjoy the same thing again continues to whisper in your ear. For example, in Malang with Mount Semeru and Lake Ranu Kumbolo or Mount Rinjani near Lombok with the charm of Lake Segara Anak whose name is heard in almost every corner of the world. Likewise in Bogor, where Mount Salak is located with the Ratu Crater whose charm is not inferior to that of this area. For Bogor residents, Kawah Ratu is used to learn how to climb. Because the place is located at an altitude of 1,437 meters above sea level. There is only one way to reach this area, that is, through various hiking trails. Usually, Kawah Ratu is a resting place for tourists who want to hop on and off. The charm is truly extraordinary.

A Brief History of Ratu Crater Mount Salak Ratu crater is located in the area of ​​Mount Halimun Salak National Park. As it is known The area around Mount Salak is in an area that can be said to be haunted. Full of secrets and mystical incidents that make no sense. Like the Sukhoi plane crash. Apparently 5 planes have crashed on this mountain in history. All the planes are said to have crashed on Mount Salak. Therefore, this mountain is associated with a mysterious figure through the caretaker of Mount Salak, a great spirit in the form of an angel. True or not, his name is also a myth and a mysterious story.

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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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