Ocean Sand Mount Bromo

The existence of Mount Bromo with sea sand has been quite phenomenal long been known as one of the leading tourist destination in Indonesia. Mount Bromo is one of the mountain on the Tengger Mountains.

With a height of 2392 meters above sea level, beautiful panoramic views emitted when the natural charm that will never-ending. Mount Bromo is derived from Sanskrit which means god Brahma or a major and are located in four regions, namely Probolinggo, Pasuruan, Lumajang, and Malang.

The attraction of Mount Bromo crater special is in the middle of the vast sea of ​​sand that stretches around the crater of Bromo, white smoke. Mount Bromo mesh body shape between valleys and canyons with the caldera or the sea of sand covering some 10 square kilometers.

Mount Bromo has a crater with a diameter of ± 800 feet (north-south) and ± 600 meters (east-west). While the danger area of a circle with a radius of 4 km from the central crater of Bromo. The height of the relatively "low" for the size of the mountain to make the trip to Mount Bromo is relatively easy.

From the top of the volcano is still active, you can enjoy the vast expanse of ocean sand, and watched the towering majesty of Mount Semeru reaching for the sky. You also can look beautiful sun went out of peraduannya or otherwise enjoy the dim twilight of the ridge Bromo.

To view them, you have to climb Mount Pananjakan which is the highest mountain in the region. Terrain that must be traversed to get to Mount Pananjakan quite heavy. To reach the foot of Mount Pananjakan, you have to go through desert-like area that can make you get lost. When the need to climb Mount Pananjakan, narrow streets and many sharp turns, of course requires a high driving skill.

For that, many visitors who choose to rent a car hardtop (a type of jeep) driven by the community. Surrounding communities come from the Tengger tribe was friendly with the visitors. Up above, there are many shops serving coffee or tea and a fire to warm themselves while waiting to tebitnya sun. There are also stores that rent warm clothing.


Watching the sunrise is an interesting event. Evidence, the visitors are willing to wait since 5 am facing the east so as not to lose this moment. You also do not always able to see this event, because if the cloudy sky, the appearance of the sun is not seen clearly.

However, when the sky is clear, you can see the roundness of the sun first of all just as small as a match pins, slowly enlarge and eventually form a full circle and give information so that we can see the views of the mountains in this region. Among others, Mount Bromo, Mount Batok, or Mount Sumeru which is the highest mountain in Java.

The history of the formation of Mount Bromo and the mountains around it originated from the existence of Tengger Mountain (4,000 meters above sea level) which is the largest and highest mountain at that time.

Then came the massive eruption which created a caldera with a diameter of more than 8 kilometers. Material volcanic eruption is now transformed into a sea of ​​sand, the material is said to have covered by water. The volcanic activity with the advent of the hall lead to the formation of magma new mountains such as Mount Bromo, Mount Widodaren, Gunung Batok, Gunung Watangan, Mount Chairs and Mount Semeru

Bromo does have its own uniqueness compared to other mountain panorama. In the vicinity of Bromo until the peak does not exist other than green plants shrubs. Mount Bromo is still contained in the Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park is also the only conservation area in Indonesia, which has a unique form of sea sand area of ​​5250 hectares.

To reach the foot of Mount Bromo, you can not use the vehicle. Instead, you must hire a horse with a price of USD 70 thousand, or if you feel strong, you can choose to walk. But, it should be noted that walking is not easy, because of the scorching sun, a far distance, scattered dust can make the journey harder.

From the foot of the mountain was phenomenal, you have to climb the ladder whose numbers reach 250 stairs to see the crater of Mount Bromo. Arriving at thepeak of of Bromo ,you can see the crater of Mount Bromo that emit smoke .

You can also glanced down and saw the sea of sand with a temple in the middle. After lingering at the top, if travelers are feeling hungry, at the bottom of the Bromo there are stalls offering warm, instant noodles, mineral water and cheap snacks. .

Besides watching the beautiful panorama offered by the Bromo-Semeru, if you come at the right time, then you can watch Kesodo ceremony, which was held by Tengger society. This ceremony usually begins at midnight to early morning every full moon around 14 or 15 in Kesodo [tenth] according to the Javanese calendar.

Kesodo ceremony is a ritual to invoke the abundant harvest or decline the request for reinforcements and cure various diseases, in particular by offering offerings and threw it into the crater of Mount Bromo. When the procession took place, other Tenggerese rollicking down the cliff of the crater and the offerings being thrown into the crater, as a symbol of blessing from the Almighty.


There are a few tips that need your attention now to the region of Mount Bromo, among others, Have a look in the dry season, not the rainy season, so you will get a perfect view of the moment. Prepare cold protective clothing, such as the guard house, slayer, scarves, gloves, jackets, and do not forget the shoes because the weather is quite cold here. Also take glasses to shield from dust while in Segoro Wedi sand. Do not be in the crater of Bromo on top at 9 am to avoid the risk of poisoning.

There are four main gate to enter the Bromo Semeru national park areas are: Village Cemorolawang if through the Probolinggo, Pasuruan Village Wonokitri with lines, Ngadas Village and Village of Malang path is the path Lumajang Burno.

The route can be taken is as follows:
- Pasuruan-Cafes-Tosari Dowo Wonokitri-Bromo-use cars with a distance of 71 km,
- Malang-Shack-Tumpang Klakah Jemplang-Bromo-use cars with a distance of 53 km
- Malang-Purwodadi-Nongkojajar-Tosari-Wonokitri-Penanjakan about 83 km

Enjoy the exotic beauty of Mount Bromo!

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Toba Lake : The Largest Lake in Southeast Asia

Incomplete feel if you visited the North Sumatra did not stop for a moment to Lake Toba, volcanic lake which is the largest lake in Indonesia, and even Southeast Asia. Exotic charm vast expanse of the lake like a sea with shady trees and hills, charming. The lake, measuring 1700 square meters with a depth of approximately 450 meters and lies 906 meters above sea level, in the middle of the lake there is Samosir Island became the object of not less interesting excursions.

During his visit in 1996, Prince Bernard of the Netherlands even expressed his admiration for the beautiful panorama of the lake. "Sell me name to this lake. I can not describe how beautiful Lake Toba, "he says enthusiastically.

There are seven districts around the lake, namely Simalungun, Toba Samosir, North Tapanuli, Humbang Hasundutan, Dairi, Karo, and Naidoo who has a wonderful natural panorama and a tourist destination location. Generally, tourists enjoy the beauty of Lake Toba Parapat in Simalungun and Tuktuk Siadong on Samosir Island.

It is estimated that Lake Toba explosion occurred at about 73 thousand-75 thousand years ago and is a super volcano eruption (super volcano) the most recent. Bill Rose and Craig Chesner from Michigan Technological University estimate that volcanic materials spewed out of the mountain as much as 2800 km ³, with 800 km ³ of rock Ignimbrite and 2,000 km ³ of volcanic ash which is expected in the wind to west for two weeks.


Volcanic dust in the wind has spread to half the earth, from China to South Africa. Explosion occurred during the week and throw the dust up to 10 km above sea level.

This incident caused mass death and, in some species, also followed by extinction. According to some DNA evidence, this eruption also reducednumber of of people to about 60 % of the total human population of the earth at that time , which is about 60 million people . The eruption was also contributed to the occurrence of ice ages, although the experts still debate.

After the eruption, the caldera formed which is then filled with water and became what is now known as Lake Toba. Pressure upward by magma that has not come out cause the emergence of Samosir Island. While enjoying the beauty of this lake, you might not imagine that the charm of the place comes from the catastrophic volcanic eruptions that brought fear and horror at the time.
Travel overland to Lake Toba, precisely to Parapat, takes four to five hours from Medan. Available bus or travel directly to Parapat. The route through the Lubuk Pakam, Cliff High, and turn toward Siantar. Alongthe trip , wewere treated to a panorama of palm oil and rubber plantations .

For a place to stay and stay longer to enjoy the beauty of Lake Toba, there are many hotels and inns. In Parapat, there are at least 900 hotel rooms of all types, ranging from four star to homestay, in Tuktuk also not different. Both in Parapat and Tuktuk, tourists can instantly enjoy the lake from the rim. Rates for hotels in Parapat Tuktuk and varied, according to typical tourists who come. Starting from Rp 30 thousand to USD 500 thousand per night depending on the type of hotel.

A travel companies even offer to enjoy the beauty of Lake Toba from the air, ie use paragliding. Every tourists are given the opportunity to fly using the paragliding from the mountains Tongging, Karo District, North Sumatra. For tourists who want to try paragliding will be accompanied by an experienced instructor, but of course determination can fly or not depends on weather conditions and wind.

Not only that, enjoy the beautiful sunrise and sunset you can enjoy from the coastal lakes. From the Karo highlands on the north, the lake looks elongated beauty viewed from Sikodonkodon. However, there is only one resort here. On the west side, views of the lake and the island of Samosir can be perfectly seen from the Tele. There is a viewing post at an altitude of about 1,000 meters from sea level to enjoy the sunset on Lake Toba.

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The beauty of Komodo Island

The presence of the Komodo National Park which is one of the popular vote competition nominator "New 7 Wonder" is quite inviting charm. The controversy that accompanied the event certainly had no effect on the intensive efforts to continue to preserve the park established in 1986 by UNESCO as world heritage site.

Komodo National Park is located between the Province of West Nusa Tenggara and East Nusa Tenggara It includes three large islands of Komodo, Rinca, and Padar, and several small islands with a land area covering 603 km ² and the total area is 1817 km ². Administratively, this region lies in the subdistrict of Komodo, West Manggarai regency, East Nusa Tenggara Province. National Parks are designated as forest conservation area by the Minister of Forestry with 132 572 ha area was originally established with the aim of conserving species of giant lizard dragons or a unique and rare

Komodo dragons are known by the scientific name Varanus komodoensis is the world's largest lizard species that live on the island of Komodo, Rinca, Flores, Gili Motang, and Gili Dasami in Nusa Tenggara. By local people, dragons are often called Ora.

Including family members Varanidae monitor lizards, and Toxicofera klad, dragons are the largest lizards in the world, with an average length of 2-3 m. Large size is associated with symptoms of island gigantism, the tendency for body meraksasanya certain animals that live in small island linked to the absence of mammalian carnivores on the island where dragons live, and the rate of metabolism of small dragons. Because of his body, these lizards occupy the position of a top predator that dominates its place of living ecosystems.

Komodo dragons are found in 1910. Her body is great and terrible reputation makes them popular in zoos. Dragons in the wild habitat has shrunk and therefore IUCN include dragons as a species vulnerable to extinction. These large lizards are protected under Indonesian law and a national park was established to protect them.

Actually the Park attraction not solely by the mere presence of dragons. As I quoted from the official website of the Ministry of Forestry who manages this site Komodo National Park, panoramic underwater views of savanna and attract potential supporters. Eg marine tourism, fishing, snorkeling, diving, canoeing, boating. While on land, natural tourism potential that can be done is to observe wildlife, hiking, and camping. Visiting the Park and enjoy the natural scenery is very charming an experience that will never be forgotten.

Some interesting sites to visit include:

1. Loh Liang: a tourism concession area managed by PT. Putri Naga Komodo (PNK PT.). Activities that can be done among other observations the Komodo dragon, deer, wild boar, bird watching, canoeing, etc..

2. Red Beach: a beautiful beach with shallow coral reefs charming. Activities usually carried out by tourists who visit are snorkelling or sunbathing.

3. Loh Sebita: Loh Sebita a mangrove area and the activity is quite interesting to do is bird watching and trekking.

4. Loh Buaya: a tourism concession areas dielola by PT. Putri Naga Komodo (PNK PT.). Activities that can be done among other observations the Komodo dragon, deer, buffalo, birds, long-tailed monkey, wild horses, birdwatching, canoeing, etc..

5. Bat Island: Activities that can be visited include the observation colony of bats in large numbers. The most interesting observation made ​​during the afternoon where the bats started to come out to look for food.

6. Golo Code: From the top of the hill, known as Code Golo, visitors can see a panorama and a landscape that is fantastic because the representation of various types of ecosystems can be seen from this place.

7. Molo Strait: Strait which has a heavy flow like river water flowing at high tide.

There are 36 dive sites in the area of ​​TN. Komodo. Frequented by foreign tourists for diving and snorkeling are: Tatawa Island, Red Beach, Gililawa Sea, Loh Dasami, Pillar Steen, Batu Bolong and Taka Napier.

To reach this place can be done via the road through land through Bali - Mataram (Lombok Island) - Bima - Sape (Sumbawa P.), followed by a trip using the ferry every day to Labuan Bajo. From Labuan Bajo visitors can visit the Komodo National Park aboard the boat or speedboat. Another alternative is by air, visitors can use air transportation from Bali (Denpasar) to Labuan Bajo every day with the existing penerpangan airlines including; Indonesian Air Transport (IAT), Pigeon, and Trigana Air.

Source reading: Site www.dephut.go.id and Wikipedia Indonesia

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Malino and coolness that reconcile

To reach the city of Malino, takes about three hours from the city of Makassar for a drive - down the hill on the slopes of the mountains Bawakaraeng.

A friend had joked that the Malino is equivalent to "peak" of his South. Not surprisingly, because the beauty of this place is really stunning. Malino has become a favorite tourist sites since the Dutch colonial era.

Accompanied by a shady pine forest landscape paintings like nature makes us lulled. Plus the cool mountain air make the mood becomes serene and comfortable. Nothing wrong with the Malino serve as a meeting place to reach a peace agreement among opposing factions. Coolness to reconcile and its natural panoramic really calm.

But not only the beauty of the pine forest that you can enjoy. In the morning, you can walk to Central Market Malino, shopping for vegetables and fresh fruits. After that, a time to stop by a breakfast at the available shops on the edge of pine forest - not far from Central Market. While sipping hot coffee on the sidelines of the cold mountains, you can enjoy the pine-lined and shady line up neatly.

You can even ride a horse with a tariff of Rp 10 thousand all around, or Rp 50 thousand per hour. I still remember very well have fallen several times while trying to mount a horse who will ride because I was nervous and a little scared. Finally after several tries, I so enjoy the first experience of riding a horse though still guided "the handler".

To the north of the pine forests, tea gardens are managed by a private company. To go there, because I had needed a big struggle through difficult terrain. But when it comes, you will be captivated by the scenery unfold. Green tea leaves are blended with the contours of the mountains Bawakaraeng into a charm that leaves a deep impression. There you can enjoy the distinctive aroma of tea Malino.

About 10 km from Malino to the east, you can visit waterfalls Takapala. Twisting road with mountain scenery will accompany your journey to the waterfall about 60 meters altitude.

Takapala addition, there are also waterfalls Lembanna which is 8 km from the town of Malino. Blue Valley bath and horticultural crops in the area Karenpia, and the wealth of flora and fauna can also be your choice in travel in Malino.

Local authorities seem to have set this region as an integrated tourism area with all the facilities it has. Hotels and villas with affordable rates available in the region, as well as restaurants with varied tastes.

Let's enjoy the coolness of the Malino peace!

sourch:daengbattala.com

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Sea in the bottom of the lake in Dua Rasa Lake

Deep in the interior of East Kalimantan there, unfurled Labuan Lake Mirror. Clear Lake is special because it has the sea at the bottom. Sea in the bottom of the lake? True, this lake has a flow of salty water that exist only in the bottom of the lake

Labuan Mirror Big Dipper is located in Sub-Plow, East Kalimantan. When viewed on a map, located right in the back of the nose of Borneo. This place can be gone in three-hour sea journey from Derawan.

The top of Labuan Mirror Lake contains freshwater such as lakes in general. But there are a few feet below the flow of salt water. Strangely, both types of water is not mixed. In plain view can be seen that the sea water and fresh water are separated by a similar layer of clouds.

No one has done research in this area so that the formation of this phenomenon remains a mystery.


White turbid layer was allegedly the result of spoilage organisms harbor the basis of the trapped and unable to go. Two types of water in this lake also provides the organism of both worlds. Freshwater fish living on the surface, while sea water fish can be found at the bottom of the lake.

When I get there, incidentally is a thin layer of fresh water. The crew had to dive and taste the salty water at a depth of about two meters. Apparently, the thickness of freshwater and saltwater can be changed in accordance with tidal sea water.

This tiny lake surrounded by woods and there are towering cliffs on one side. We were treated to music while swimming jungle - the sound of birds and insects. Not surprisingly, the lake is named Labuan Mirror: water clear as a bell until the person can reflect on it. Flows in some places quite strong and easy to drag people who can not swim.

To reach this place we had to ride the canoe fishermen and travel pass for 15 minutes, through the bush and mangrove forests. The forest was still inhabited by various wild animals like monkeys, bekantan, otters and bears.

Because the distance is quite far from the city, rarely or almost no tourists who visit here. This place is only known by local people from around the area. Facilities and infrastructure are still sober. The place we stayed was a Fisherman Information Center (IC) assisted The Nature Conservancy, an environmental activist organization invited me to visit this place.

PIN-shaped house on stilts at the edge of the mouth of a river, only a few hundred meters from the sea. The house has such a small dock where boats tie up. River in front of the PIN brackish water. Keasinannya levels depend on tidal sea water. When the sea receded, the river became very clear that basically can be seen clearly.

From the porch we could see the fish moving around everywhere. Ardi, children of fishermen who like to play in a PIN to explain to us the kinds of fish. There are many prickly fish, there are fish that sting and long flat-bodied fish. Not only visited by the fishermen, the PIN is also a hangout for the children of fishermen who want to watch a film about sea life or read a library's collection.

It was getting dark when some fishermen went to sea. As we spent the night by drinking coffee on the porch and stared at the river water and the moon was almost full. Peaceful atmosphere that can not be found in the city.

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KAYANGAN API- Tours World's Largest Fire Eternal

History

The name "Fire of Heaven" is the source of the fire that never dies, which is located in the village forest Sendangharjo, District Ngasem, a village which has about 42.29% of the total forest area of ​​the village. According to the story, Heaven is a place Mbah Kriyo Fire Kusumo or MPU Supa rest, he is also known as Mbah Pandhe of Mojopahit. On the west side of the fire rating, there is a pool of mud that contain sulfur, and according to belief, at that time still made ​​agricultural tools and heritage such as kris, spears, cundrik, etc. Bojonegoro people still believe that the source of this fire is sacred and according to the story, fire This has been taken if there is an important ceremony that has been done in the past, such as; Jumenengan Hamengkubuwono X Ngarsodalem and took fire through the requirements of the traditional feast / Wilujengan and Song Tayuban with Java (Gending) of Eling, Eling, Wani-Wani and mountains, which is a favorite song Mbah Kriyo Kusumo's.
That's why when the music was played and danced, every body is not allowed to accompany 'Waranggono'. From the story of society, then Heaven Fire, located about 25 km from the town of Bojonegoro, placed as a natural tourist attraction and place to hold an important ceremony of anniversary Bojonegoro, together purify (Ruwatan mass), and "graduation Waranggono" (Waranggono pass).

Object Facility Tour

This location is perfect for outbound events, because this is the area of tourism. At any given time, especially on Fridays Pahing (Friday Pahing = one day Java) there are a lot of people come here to make a request to find success, get the couple married, get a high status and even to get that heirloom. Traditional ceremony that has been done by the public is Nyadranan (Clean Village / birthday of the village) as an expression of gratitude to God.

Fire rating of tourism development aims for the development of transportation, telecommunications, and accommodation. Sightseeing has been equipped with various facilities such as, space, kiosks, bridges, etc.. Visit to Heaven Fire can continue natural attractions Watu Jago Bojonegoro.

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Sipiso-piso Waterfall

Sipiso-piso waterfall located in the District Brand, Karo District, North Sumatra, Indonesia. Districts are located about 24 km from City Kabanjahe, the capital of the Karo Regency.

If you are in Medan, North Sumatra's provincial capital, then you have to travel about 2 hours by bus or car to Kabanjahe, the capital of the Karo Regency. Kabanjahe located in the southern highland tourist area famous, namely Berastagi. Every 45 minutes bus routes depart from the terminal Kabanjahe downtown Medan. Bus fare depends on the type of bus you choose, certainly the most expensive economic bus. Arriving in Kabanjahe, you still have to travel 24 km to the north, the route to Lake Toba. With the quality of paved roads, you can get to tour the Village Tongging Sipiso-piso Waterfall in 30 minutes by car or bus.

Lodging would be important for tourists. When traveling in Sipiso-piso Waterfall and willing to spend the night, then you can find lodging in the village of Kabanjahe Tongging or in the City, the capital of the Karo Regency. Also, if you want to find a memento or souvenir for the family at home, then go just a variety of souvenir hawkers Tanah Karo in this tourist area.

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warmth in the cool water source heat Sipoholon

One of the attractions in North Tapanuli, precisely in Sipoholon is a Hot Water Bath. Sipoholon hot springs are warm in the coolness. Sipoholon located between Siborong-borong and Tarutung City.

Source water was really beautiful eyes. There is a small cave near the main water source. In this cave we could see the stalactites that are still active and hot water flowing at the bottom. Apart from being a tourist, this location is also a sulfur mine. Communities around Sipoholon collect sulfur for sale.

You can swim in the pool that has been provided. Once satisfied bath Sipoholon do not forget to enjoy coffee and a tasty peanut Sihobuk crisp and crunchy. You can enjoy coffee and beans Sihobuk in shops right in front of a hot water bath.

Once satisfied to enjoy the hot water and nyeruput Sipoholon black coffee, we headed to Kampung Hutagalung. In Kampung Hutagalung is no restaurant in the middle pond that serves fried duck sauce. Previous message if you have not waited long wish. Because at this restaurant, the new duck was captured when there are guests who book. So you can wait for about 1.5 hours until ready to serve. Duck sauce is fried duck meat fried and then covered with sauce. So it's not like the sambal fried it in Java. Sambal fried duck served with sliced ​​cucumber and tomato. Very simple. But the pleasures do not ask.

Additional Information:
Hotels in Tarutung:
1. Safari Hotel, tel (0633) 21,629 Rate: 200,000 IDR / Night
2. Bali Hotel, tel (0633) 21,854 Rate: 175,000 IDR / Night

Hotels in Balige:
1. Ompu Herti Hotel tel (0632) 322466 Rate 200,000 IDR / Night
2. Tiara Flower Hotel, tel equal to Ompu Herti 350,000 IDR / Listings
3. Mezra Hotel, tel (0632) 322141 Rate 200,000 IDR / Night
4. Cottage tel 081397294746 Siliwangi Rate 600,000 IDR / Night
5. Lake Resort Sentosa Tel (0633) 42 666 Rate 310,000 IDR / Night

Hotels in Sibolga
1. Hotel Prima Indah Telp (0631) 22 797
2. Hotel Wisata Indah Telp (0631) 23 688
3. Poncan Marine Resort (0631) 23 278

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Beautiful Valley in western Sumatra

Imagine West Sumatra who passed the equator, there are tropical forests with high rainfall, with the Bukit Barisan Mountains and Mount Singgalang around Bukittinggi. Many valley or gorge and the lake is very attractive for tourists. Natural beauty plus the cool air Bukittinggi region, in colonial times used to attract the Dutch officials to stay there. Even now Bukittinggi become a major tourist destination for foreign tourists and domestic.

Some people argue that the natural beauty of the valley or gorge far more beautiful when viewed from above. In fact looks beautiful from all sides. At the bottom of the valley is usually flowing river and the land more fertile, while the winding valley cliffs towered from the constant erosion by wind and rain naturally, thus forming a variety of shapes and colors. A stunning panorama.


Anai Valley

When we travel the road the Padang-Bukittinggi, after an hour journey by car, towards the City of Long Long, winding road going up the mountain slopes covered with lush green trees and lush as a nature reserve. At a bend in the left edge of the road, there are theme parks Anai valley waterfall. Looks beautiful. Water falls from the middle of the valley wall is overgrown with dense trees, hanging on the walls of the valley.

From the ticket booth at the peak of view we can look at broad valley toward the valley floor. Visible Anai Valley with lush green trees and on the valley floor Anai River flows. It's a very beautiful natural scenery.

Canyon Sianok


In the city of Bukittinggi itself there Panorama Park and Japanese hole. From there, travelers can view Sianok canyon. Tertihat valley walls from afar. Unmatched lovely. No wonder the world travelers came to it want to watch and capture the natural feel very elegant.

Sianok canyon touted as the "Grand Canyon" of Indonesia, but was actually more beautiful. Because of its location in the tropics, more Sianok canyon walls varies between rock walls and tropical forest trees and plants berjuntaian. All that is not located in the valleys of stone in Arizona there. Sianok canyon closely with various legends. Sianok own means quiet, perfect for tourists to enjoy the break. Many inns around the Panorama Park. Tourists can look at the natural beauty of the cliffs as high as 100-120 meters, which is basically about 200 meters wide and can be traced. It is said that over 15 kilometers.

In the Garden there is a hole Panorama Japan, which the Japanese colonial era is a tunnel for the purpose of defense. Now the place has been revitalized, so that the visitors can go down into the tunnel at the end to directly view Sianok canyon from the valley floor.

Valley Harau


From Bukittinggi leads to the West, we can take highway Pekanbaru-Bukittinggi. After passing Payakumbuh take the road intersection to the left, we headed Harau Valley District who entered regency. Approximately 1.5 hour car journey from Bukittinggi.

Valley wall Harau long stretches, interspersed with a few charming picturesque waterfall. The valley is almost vertical cliff a variety of shapes and colorful moss because of rain and running water from the top of the cliff.

Valley area of ​​300 hectares is a nature reserve, well preserved. At the base of the soil fertile valley spread out the rice fields, a panorama of exotic region. Actually, the natural beauty of the Valley Harau divided into two areas, called Sarasah Bunta with four waterfalls, and Roots Barayun with a waterfall. In the wet season waterfalls jumiah increased to 12 pieces. At one area, guests can scream out loud, his voice echoing, and echo occurs.

In addition to sightseeing redundant, Valley Harau a sports arena rock climbing, which is popular with rock climbers and foreign national. Much information about the Valley Harau on the Internet and have a website to read international sportsman rock climbers.

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Tampomas Mountain Nature Park

Defined as the park attractions based on the Decree of the Minister of Agriculture. 423/Kpts/Um/7 / 1979 dated 5-7-1979 with an area of ​​1250 Ha
According to government administration including District Cimalaka, Paseh, Conggeang, Buahdua and Tanjungkerta Sumedang District
Tampomas Mountain is a mountain located in Area District intact Sumedang

Tofografi TWA region is mountainous with altitudes between 625-1684 masl
According to Schmidt and Ferguson's classification of climate, including climate type B with an average annual rainfall is 3518 mm

Vegetation of this region including the type of mountain rain forest flora consists of a wide variety of woody trees and the types of classes liana and epiphyte
Flora who dominate this region is Jamuju (Podocaipus imbricatus), Rasamala (Altingia excelsa) and Saninten (Castanea argentea)
Several years ago the mountain was looted by the search Tampomas Bonsai plants. no half-hearted they are taking the truck every night
Rich Mountain by the Bonsai, and in history without planted
Thankful that in the northern part of the mountain that is in the area between Conggeang and Buahdua still preserved
While in the south have been damaged by the excavation of sand

Wild animals that live in this region is the hare (Tragullus javanicus), Forest Pig (Sus vitatus)
Langur (Trachypfthecus auratus)

Also Java Tiger, tiger beetles, tiger Tutul, and mew Congkok
Javan rhino is also thought to have lived in the mountain region Tampomas
Cuman dear Now the beast - the beast, just stories from parents - parents first

and several protected bird species such as
Java Eagle (Spizaetus bartelsi)



Tourist attraction which attracts in the region of Mount Tampomas the summit of Mount Tampomas (Sangiang Taraje) with a height of ± 1684 masl and the top is an open area of ± 1 Ha
This location has a high aesthetic value because of these places tourists can enjoy beautiful natural scenery to the Soil and its surroundings
the crater holes and large rocks stained black to add richness to the beholder's imagination

In puncang there Tampomas Mount Cemetery Keramat is located ± 300 m towards the north peak Sangiang Taraje
this place is better known by the name Pasarean and the moon - this place is crowded particular month visited the pejiarah from surrounding areas Sumedang

TWA Mount Tampomas currently managed by KPH Perhutanioffice Sumedang
and number of facilities and infrastructure are still very minimal, there are currently only guardhouse, paths and postal ticket

Routes of travel to get to the location of Mountain Nature Park Tampomas:
Bandung - Soil - Cibeureum Wetan - Cimalaka, as far as ± 53 km
Cirebon - Duchy - Cibeureum Wetan ± 74 km
From Cibeureum Wetan - Cimalaka to the location (entrance area) ± 6 km gravel road conditions

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