explore MOUNT LOKON paradise for climbers

 

When we think of North Sulawesi, we naturally think of the existence of Bunaken Island, how come this island has spread its beauty to foreign countries? North Sulawesi, including Mount Lokon, is one of them. this mountain stands firmly on the ground of North Sulawesi, this mountain seems to tilt its head towards the horizon, we often read about the experiences of tourists who climbed Mount Lokon, these climbers or tourists share their personal experiences of the thrill of climb Mount Lokon in the Kakaskasen Tomohon area.

You don't need to worry about getting lost when climbing this mountain, because there are several access roads to this tourist attraction, Mount Lokon is also very clear from the center of Tomohon City, rising from the top of the mountain that is always covered in clouds. blue, which increases the feeling when climbing the mountain. Currently, Mount Lokon has a flat top and is free of craters. There is an active crater at the bottom and it is called Tompaluan crater.

The path to Mount Lokon is mainly through a river. that it has dried up or that it is actually an old lava flow from the mountain itself. This mountain has a unique charm that is very popular among foreign and local tourists because its natural beauty makes this the most active volcano on the island of Sulawesi an attractive tourist destination for us. In the area around Mount Lokon, this is a very fertile land for planting various vegetables such as flowers and fruits. The tracts of plantations owned by residents will be a special treat for climbers trekking at the foot of Mount Lokon.

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the beauty of the tricolor lake LAKE LINOW the tricolor lake

 

Lake Linow is a natural wonder in the city of Tomohon in North Sulawesi, which occurred due to the formation of a volcanic eruption around 500,000 years ago. this tour has the magic of natural beauty combined with various kinds of tourist facilities that will pamper visiting tourists, the topography of Tomohon City, which is flanked by two mountains, namely Mount Lokon and Mount Mahawu, makes make this area look so fresh and beautiful, especially because nature is preserved and have the beautiful nature with panoramic views of mountains and hills as the main course in this place.

Also, the flower plants that thrive in this area will earn Tomohon the nickname of the City of a Thousand Flowers. One of the main tourist destinations in this area is the Linower See, a beautiful lake that emits the beauty of 3 colors. The color change is caused by elemental sulfur buried in the lake and the refraction and reflection of sunlight. Tourists can also relax while enjoying walking using the existing path. The path to reach the edge of the lake is made of wood and bamboo which has been built as a boat dock, so tourists need not be afraid because of the path.

. access. what you have to do when you get here is to try the rowing boats and canoes that can be rented. This rowing boat can carry four people with a rental fee of IDR 50,000.

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Tangkoko Nature Reserve tour, North Sulawesi

 

North Sulawesi is already known for beach tourism and its enchanting underwater views. However, the northernmost province of the island of Sulawesi is famous not only for its marine tourism, there are many other tours, starting with the uniqueness of animals in a country nicknamed Bumi Nyiur Melambai. This is not inferior to other regions of Indonesia. maybe you have never heard of this natural cultural reserve called Mount Tangkoko Batuangus, batugus is a place located in Bitung Township, not far from Manado city.

Batuputih Nature Park and Tangkoko Nature Reserve in Bitung City are popular destinations for both local and foreign tourists. This Batu Putih Nature Park has beaches, forests, diverse flora and fauna. Flora and Fauna Conservation Mount Tangkoko Batuangus Nature Reserve is not only a tourist destination but also plays an important role in conserving flora and fauna in North Sulawesi.There are various types of flora and fauna that are only found in this area, such as tarsier, lmacaca nigra, mongoose, and become the focus of nature conservation efforts. and the Mount Tangkoko Batuangus Nature Reserve was first declared a protected forest by the government of the Dutch East Indies in 1919 and the Mount Tangkoko Batuangus Conservation Area has been expanded by the Indonesian government, covering various areas around the Area of Conservancy of Mount Tangkoko Batuangus.

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The Lembeh Strait is a hidden paradise in North Sulawesi

Lembeh Island is divided into two districts, namely North Lembeh Regency and South Lembeh Regency. The island is separated from the mainland of Sulawesi by the Lembeh Strait. The magic of Lembeh Island is the name of Bastianos Diving Resort, due to its underwater natural beauty that is no less enchanting than Raja Ampat, Bastianos Diving Resort is present in Lembeh Island since 2006 and Bastianos Diving Resort has ten cabins available for tourist visitors.

. this place is a strategic area in Bitung city of North Sulawesi, always busy with dozens of ships, this area connects Big Sulawesi Island and Lembeh Island. In Jalan Lembeh it seems that it will be busy in the morning because a lot of people are passing by, especially those who work or study in Bitung city, and vice versa, Bitung city residents who come to Lembeh island to work.

Administratively, the city of Bitung, the port city of Manado, the capital of North Sulawesi, the Lembeh Strait stretches for 16 km and is only 1.2 km wide, but in narrow waters there are no less than 88 sites of dive. Although Lembeh is not as famous as Bunaken National Park in the world, the Lembeh Strait is extraordinarily beautiful and the dive sites here are between 15 and 25 meters deep. There is almost no current and the water stays warm at 24-30°C all year round.

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SILADEN ISLAND, the island for foreign tourists

 

Siladen Island is one of the islands in the Bunaken Regency, this island is located northeast of Bunaken Island or approximately 8 miles from the center of the city of Manado in North Sulawesi. For those of you tourists who want to reach this destination, you can reach it in about 45 minutes by boat. Siladen Island in Manado will present you with beautiful natural scenery and become a must-visit tourist spot in North Sulawesi. Siladen Island is located in the Bunaken National Park area. Siladen Manado Island not only offers beautiful natural scenery and white sandy beaches, but is also famous for its crystal clear waters, so clear that they can be seen with the naked eye. In the waters of Siladen Island, Manado, tourists can find various types of coral reefs and fish that are very well preserved. Apart from marine tourism, Siladen Island also has beautiful natural attractions to enjoy.

The mangrove forests that grow along the coast are the perfect place to take a walk while enjoying a calm and beautiful natural environment with your family or even with your co-workers. on the other hand, there is also a small hill that is a popular place to enjoy the beautiful scenery around this island, so you can look around this tourist spot just by standing in one place.

For those tourists who want to spend the night or stay here, Siladen Island also offers several types of accommodation to choose from, ranging from five-star resorts to guest houses whose prices are more affordable so you don't have to be afraid of paying more. Some inns here they even offer complete tours that include snorkeling or diving activities for tourists.

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Lihaga Island is a paradise for foreign tourists

 

If you are an adventurer, you must visit one of these places. One of the must-see destinations in North Sulawesi is the island of Lihaga, a paradise for the underwater world, the sea that surrounds the island and its relatively calm and clear waves, colorful sea ​​water La Tosca Verde will make you fall in love even before setting foot on the island. Lihaga Island is an uninhabited island so its beauty is very well preserved and it is very sustainable. To enjoy the beauty of one of these islands, you may have heard that Indonesia has many beautiful islands.

Due to the many islands that Indonesia has, there are several islands that are uninhabited or untouched by humans and that is why this place is an attractive tourist destination, especially for the islands that are still intact. These islands have very beautiful beautiful and charming, so tourists will be enchanted by its beauty. This island is still in the Likupang district, north of Minahasa. This island is an island that has a marine beauty that is so charming and charming. It is a paradise for those of you who really like to dive in the sea.

Before you get around this place, it is best to take a look first by boat. This is intended to give visitors a full picture of what this island is really like. Lihaga Island is also an exotic underwater destination, apart from its soft white sand, there are also many places or facilities such as water tourism, photo spots, meeting places, homestay accommodation and necessary food/drinks for visitors. tourists.

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GARDEN OF BATS, the city is full of bats and even during the day

 

Bats are animals that are synonymous with night. He usually only comes out at night and falls asleep during the day. Bats often take a nap in hidden caves or shady trees. So it's hard for us humans to directly see the bat habitat and their interactions, but here in Watansoppeng City, Soppeng Regency, South Sulawesi. In this city, which is about 180 km north of Makassar, the capital of South Sulawesi, it is easy to find bat habitats even if you are in the center of the city.

If you come during the day, you can see hundreds of bats sleeping upside down on tamarind branches in this place, one of the tourist attractions of South Sulawesi. Bats here are not afraid of human presence, they usually nest in caves or dark and dense forests. However, it is different from the bats in Soppeng Regency, South Sulawesi, which actually nest in the trees in the center of Watansoppeng town. You will feel the bustling sound of thousands of bats with a very penetrating aroma. This colony of thousands of bats later became the icon of Soppeng Regency, which became known as the City of Bats. THE ORIGIN OF THE BATES HERE.

However, the existence of bats in Soppeng Regency is not a coincidence. Not in vain the bat is in the middle of the city. Several legends have been mentioned by local grandmothers one of which relates to a bat contract with the king of Soppeng 'La Temmamala' through the intercession of a daughter who has the advantage of understanding the language of animals. It tells the story of a group of bats that flee because they want to be exterminated. FACILITIES ARE PROVIDED HERE In this place there is also a fountain next to the bat statue with the image of TAMANG KALONG in front. At night the fountain is activated and then embellished with decorative lights that illuminate the fountain. There are plenty of park seats and benches in the garden that can be used to relax. There are also three pavilions that are also free to enter.

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Leang Leang prehistoric tourism, South Sulawesi, relics of antiquity

 

Leang-Leang Prehistoric Park is one of the top tourist attractions in Maros Regency and South Sulawesi, offering archaeological educational tours. The word leang-leang has a popular meaning in the (Bugis-Makassar) language, namely cave. In Tanam there are many prehistoric caves that contain prehistoric relics that are very well preserved.

Archaeologists claim that some of the caves in the area were built between 3,000 and 8,000 BC. C., in its existence there are prehistoric paintings depicting a jumping boar and dozens of palm trees on the walls of this cave and there are also 32 human palm trees found in this Pettae Cave. . and This unique type of karst rock found in Maros Pangkep is also found only in the countries of Guangzhou, China and Halong Bay, Vietnam. There are also prehistoric caves and evidence of the first human palm trees. if you travel here, you should be careful because the entrance to the cave is quite narrow and tourists should be careful because it is quite slippery and to enter the Leang Leang tourist attraction, an entrance fee is charged to foreign tourists: Rp. , school/group: 2,000 IDR/person.

the Leang-Leang Prehistoric Park area itself is one of the main tourist attractions in South Sulawesi and has a very beautiful landscape decorated with steep cliffs rising around the park and has a very fresh air combined with the sound of the river water flowing in this prehistoric park and there are 4 pavilions that visitors can use when visiting this park to just sit with family or couple.

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