Indonesia Exotic Tourism Places

This country, The Republic of Indonesia is many surround with an archipelago that has five large islands, the island of Sumatra, Java, Borneo, Sulawesi and Papua Island, as well as the small islands that surround the country. The area in Indonesia is divided into three, namely the western part of Indonesia (Sumatra, Java, West Kalimantan and Central Kalimantan), central part of Indonesia (Sulawesi, Bali, South Kalimantan and East Kalimantan), as well as any part of eastern region of Indonesia (Moluccas, North Maluku, Papua and West Papua).

All three areas have an hour time difference. Each area of Indonesia has attractions. Indonesia tourist places spoil the tourists, both domestic and foreign tourists, with its beauty and of course be one of the sources of state revenue.
Religious Tourism Western Indonesia

1. Fort de Kock

The fortress was founded in 1825 at the time Troepen Der Commander and Deputy Governor General of the Dutch East Indies Hendrik Merkus Baron de Kock is located on the Mount Jirek, Bukittinggi, West Sumatra. Fort Fort de Kock is used by Dutch troops as a defense and refuge from the attacks of Minangkabau people Padri War. By the colonial era, the fort was used as the center of government and the resting place of the Dutch officers. Dutch exploit the situation to help the indigenous people when it clashed with the indigenous religion and asked to agree to the construction of this fort as a military defense base.

Fort Fort de Kock became the symbol of the Dutch who had mastered Bukittinggi, Agam, and Pariaman. Since renovated by the local government, the castle turned into a park area of Bukittinggi and Tropical Bird Park. The tourists can enjoy the beauty of this historic hotel with a small cannon at the four corners.

2. Borobudur Temple

This temple is a Buddhist temple located in Magelang, Central Java. Shaped stupa temple was founded in the reign of Dynasty dynasty by Mahayana Buddhists. This temple consists of six square terraces. Biggest stupa located in the center surrounded by three rows of circular 72 stupas in which there is a statue of Buddha. Each year, the Borobudur Temple was visited by Buddhists to commemorate Vesak Day. According to the archaeologist, Borobudur was built in four phases. The first step is leveling the hill and expansion of basic court. The second stage is the addition of two square steps, balustrades, and one step circular stupa was built directly above a huge single.

The third stage is the demolition and replacement of the circular steps and a single stupa with three railroad circles. Construction of stupas, the smaller the steps the court. The fourth stage is a refinement relief, the addition of the outer balustrades, stairs and arch changes the wicket doors, as well as the widening of the foot. For centuries, the temple was once buried in the ground, volcanic ash, and shrubs so neglected. However, the existence of the temple was rediscovered by H. C. Cornelius, envoy Thomas Stamford Raffles.

3. Lake Toba

This lake is a volcanic lake located in North Sumatra and became the largest lake in Indonesia, and even Southeast Asia. Lake Toba was formed by the eruption of the recent supervolkano. After the eruption, the caldera formed which filled with water to become a lake known as Lake Toba. In the middle of this lake there is an island formed by the upward pressure of magma that has not come out. The island is known as the island of Samosir. The tourists who visit to enjoy the beauty of the lake as well as this charming island.

4. Ambarawa Railway Museum

Initially, this museum is the train station that was built on the orders of King Willem I to transport Dutch troops to Semarang and known by the name of Willem I. Stations On October 6, 1976, the station is a museum that has a collection of steam locomotives in 2502 and B 2503 B made Maschinenfabriek Esslingen. This locomotive is one of three remaining locomotives in the world, namely in India and Switzerland. Besides locomotives (two can be operated), the museum is collecting antique telephones, morse telegraph equipment, antique bell, and some antique furniture. The tourists can experience the fun of enjoying the tourist train route Ambarawa museum-Bedono, Ambarawa-Tuntang, and lori Ambarawa-Tuntang.

Place Tourism Indonesia Midsection

1. Bunaken Marine Park

Bunaken Marine Park is located in Manado, North Sulawesi is a habitat for coral reefs, various species of fish, mollusks, reptiles, and marine mammals. In the marine park there are five islands, namely the island of Manado Tua, Bunaken Island, Island Siladen, Mantehage Island and several children his island, and the island Naen. The tourists can explore a marine park with diving and will be treated to the beauty beneath the sea. However, the first marine park in Indonesia suffered some damage from coral mining, use bombs in catching fish, and trash. To keep the preservation of the marine park, the WWF conservation assistance.

2. Komodo National Park

This national park is located in the District of Komodo, West Manggarai regency, East Nusa Tenggara Province. National park dedicated to protecting this dragons, covers an area of land and sea with the five major islands, namely Pulau Komodo, Padar, Rinca, Gili Islands Montang, and the island of Nusa Kode along with other smaller islands. In addition to land to protect the Komodo dragon, in the national park there are marine parks to protect marine life. Visit to the region defined as the Komodo National Park on March 6, 1980, it became an unforgettable experience.

3. Tanah Lot

Tanah Lot is located in the village of Beraban, district of Kediri, Tabanan regency, Bali. In the north of Tanah Lot, there is a temple situated on a cliff jutting into the sea. This cliff temple connect with the land and shaped like a bridge. According to legend, Tanah Lot temple was built by a Brahmin, Nirartha, from Java. He spread the teachings of Hinduism and it turns out, many of his followers. Ruler of Tanah Lot at the time, Bendesa Beraben, envied Nirartha. Bendesa Beraben expel Nirartha and he also agreed. Before leaving, he moved to the middle boulder beach and build a temple. Finally, a follower Bendesa Beraben Nirartha. Many tourists come to this resort to enjoy the beautiful sunset.

Tourist Attractions Eastern Indonesia
1. Lorentz National Park

Largest national park in Southeast Asia is located in the province of Papua. This national park is one of the three regions of the world that have glaciers in the tropics. Lorentz National Park has a high biodiversity, supported by an amazing cultural diversity, and is thought to be the residence Amungme, Asmat, Dani West, Nduga Tribes and Tribes Sempan. Unfortunately, not all the attractions here developed optimally and facilities are very limited.

2. Raja Ampat

Raja Ampat is becoming a trend among the tourists is located approximately 50 miles from Sorong, West Papua. Raja Ampat has four major islands, namely Batanta, Misool, Salawati, and Waigeo. Usually, foreign tourists spent his time off in Raja Ampat during winter in Europe. Exploring the beaches of the exotic Raja Ampat be an experience that will not be forgotten because the tourists will be spoiled by the beauty of Raja Ampat owned.

Similarly, a brief explanation of the tourist spots are very indulgent Indonesian tourists. Hopefully this brief explanation to benefit and inspire the tourists to visit tourist spots in Indonesia. Happy browsing !

Know The History, Tourism, and Culinary Typical In Semarang

Who is not familiar with the city of Semarang? Semarang is the capital of Central Java province which lies east of Jakarta at a distance of about 466 km, west of the city of Surabaya, located about 312 km, or about 624 km southwest of the City Banjarmasin. Semarang city has a slightly different geographic conditions in other regions, which have low and high plains. Low-lying areas in town are so narrow that it is approximately only 4 kilometers from the coastline. Lower region is commonly known as the Lower City. These urban areas are often very experienced major flooding. In some regions, floods caused by rob (a flood of sea water).

Meanwhile, the plateau in the south of Semarang is known as the Upper City. Plateau called the Upper City covers several areas, such as Mijen, kecapatan Temple, Tembalang, Banyumanik, and Gunungpati area.

History of Semarang

Semarang has a very long history. Begins around the 8th century AD in a coastal area called Pragota or now known as Bergota and when it was still part of Old Mataram Kingdom. At that time, the coastal area is known as a port in the front row of the cluster-cluster of small islands. Because of the precipitation (up to now and still goes on), cluster-cluster is currently merging and forming a land. So, the bottom of Semarang city is currently known, used to form the oceans.

Which became the forerunner of the port of Semarang is estimated to lie at the Feather Market area and elongated shape Simongan entrance to the harbor (where reliance Admiral Ceng Ho armada in 1405 AD. At this point, Admiral Ceng Ho built a temple and a mosque. Buildings are named Stone building or temple is still frequented by tourists and filled.

At the end of the 15th century AD, Sunan Pandanaran I otherwise known as Prince Made in the Kingdom of Demak Pandan commissioned to spread the teachings of Islam. From day to day, the region is more fertile and prosperous. That said, in a period of fertility is a tamarind tree grows a charcoal or in a language called Java tamarind charcoal. The tamarind tree in the Java language called tamarind charcoal is a forerunner to the name of the city of Semarang.

Tourism in the city of Semarang

Semarang has a wide range of interesting sights and much visited by local tourists and foreign tourists. What are the interesting sights in Hyderabad? Here's a list of some of the leading tourist in Semarang.

1. Nature

1.     Tirangcawang Island (located around the Village Monument).
2.     Tirang beach (the beach into the Pond Village area Harjo)
3.     Marina beach (where the tour is included in the Village This region Tawangsari)
4.     Maron beach (located in the region or the Village Pond Harjo)
5.     Goa Kreo (located in the Village Kandri)
6.     Reservoir Park Catfish (this resort is located in Village Tambakaji)

2. History Tours

1. MURI Museum (located in the Village Tegalsari)
2. Jamu Nyonya Meneer Museum (museum, located in the Village Muktiharjo)
3.  Museum of Central Java (this historical sights into the Village area Gisikdrono)
4. Sewu mace (the most famous historical attractions in Hyderabad and is located in the Village of South Pindrikan)
5. Young Monument (located in the Village of South Pindrikan)

3. Family Holidays

1.     Wonderia (family attractions in the area Tegalsari)
2.     Bonbin Tinjomoyo (the zoo is located in the region Sukorejo)
3.     Mariokoco (family attractions in the area Tawangsari)

4. Shopping Tour

1.     Johar market (located in the tourist shopping around Kauman)
2.     Citra Land Mall (shopping center located in the South Reef)
3.     Java Mall (shopping center located on South Coral area)
4.     Paragon Mall (shopping center is located in the South Reef)

That's the list of tourist attractions around Semarang. Will be discussed further in the sights of the city of Semarang is very well known, namely Tourism, History Sewu Lawang.

5. History Tours Lawang Sewu

Lawang Sewu is very identical to Semarang because this building is very well known over there and much visited by tourists during the holidays arrive. Lawang Sewu is a historic building that was once used as an office of the NIS or Spoorweg Nederlands-Indische Maatschappij. This historic building was built in 1904 and completed three years later built, or rather in 1907. The location is at the roundabout Lawang Sewu Young Monument or formerly known as Wilhelminaplein.

Semarang community calls this old building with the name Lawang Sewu (thousand doors) because this building has many doors. But, that does not mean the door at one thousand Sewu Lawang because once calculated, the amount is not reached one thousand. Lawang Sewu also actually have a lot of window width and height, but people often say about a mace (the door). After the independence of Indonesia, Lawang Sewu magnificent and it functioned as a two-story office or Djawatan DKARI Repoeblik Indonesia Railways (now called PT Indonesian Railways). In addition to ever work as a railroad office, has also been used as an office of the Regional Office (Regional Office) Ministry of Transportation Central Java as well as the office of the Regional Military Command Infrastructure Agency (Kodam IV Diponegoro).

In the days of struggle, Lawang Sewu have an unforgettable story of history, which is a silent witness to the battle of five days of events in Hyderabad on October 14 until October 19, 1945. This sturdy old building and into the scene of a great battle between the Young Railway (AMKA) against Kidobutai and Kempetai (Japanese invaders).

Based on the history persitiwa, Semarang City Government issued Decree No. mayor. 650/50/1992 and make Lawang Sewu status or beresejarah ancient buildings in Semarang that must be protected and preserved its authenticity. Now, this is going Lawang Sewu stages of revitalization and conservation under the supervision of Unit Preservation of historic buildings and PT Kareta Railway Corporation. With maketh Lawang Sewu as historic buildings, there's nothing wrong if we took time to visiting the famous historical sights in the city of Semarang.

Typical food of Semarang

Every city in Indonesia must have a unique specialties and delicious, including specialties in Semarang. This town has many traditional foods are delicious and you must try. In fact, not a few of the tourists who had come to the city of Semarang just to enjoy a culinary tour of Semarang. The following specialties are in Semarang.

• Lunpia Semarang (Semarang as rollade special food that contains eggs, shrimp or chicken, and bamboo shoots)
• Wingko Tripe (a kind of cake are the basic ingredients of coconut and mixed with an assortment of other materials)
• Milkfish presto (milkfish flavored saffron, garlic, and salt. Then cooked on a bed of banana leaves in a way presto)
• Bakpia (typical food of Semarang is made by mixing sugar, green beans, then wrapped in flour, and finally baked).
• Know Gimbal
• Soto Bangkong "Soto Semarang"
• Blanggem
• Mentho
• Thymus
• Sega rickshaw
• Gilo, Gilo
• Gandos
• Moci cake

That's history, attractions, and the typical cuisine of Semarang.

Anyer Beach and Bandengan Beach - How to Tourism

Anyer Beach

Bandengan Beach

Each entered the holiday season, many tourist areas often visited by tourists. One option that many are used as a tourist destination Anyer. This location is widely known as an offer panoramic beauty that is in place. Anyer Tourism is one of nature tourism. In these places, provided a wide range of panoramic beauty of the beach with all the natural nuances. For people who spent more time in the city, such a view is certainly very exciting.

Because, with a sprawling view and fresh air, not only physically able to refresh it. But further, it could increase the freshness of spirit in a long time struggling with the rush and routine work. Another beauty of the tour Anyer is there we can see the exoticism of the legendary Mount Krakatau child. The mountain is one of the volcanoes in the ocean is still active today. When the volcano is active and issuing lava and belching lava, is obvious from Anyer especially at night.

This has been one of uniqueness and exoticism of Anyer tour may not be found elsewhere. Due to tour the areas that are in Banten Province Administrative these, we can get two tourist destinations as well. That coastal tourism and mountain tourism. For those who prefer physical activity, is also a tourist site Anyer perfect place to be objective. Because, with white sand is perfect for exercise. For example, to play football or sports sand beach volleyball. Moreover, in some places is also provided facilities for sports activities.

For those coming from out of town, do not worry if you have to spend the night or stay in the area wisatar Anyer. Because, in this place a lot of available locations to stay with a wide range of variation according to the needs that we want. Along the road to Anyer sights, we will easily find a wide range of options. Ranging from five-star hotel, non star hotel, cottages, villas to cheap lodging that simply provide a place to rest. All can be selected according to the tastes and the availability of existing funds.

Several five-star hotels to choose from in the area include hotel Anyer Mambruk. The hotel is classified as a four-star hotel which of course is quite expensive for the overnight rate. But of course, the facility was quite appropriate given the location is quite strategic as well. In addition, for those who choose to stay overnight at the lodge there is also equipped with luxurious lodgings. Among them is the Marbella Resort. Where if the stay in place, will have facilities like star hotels.

As for those who have limited funds, not to worry to find a place to stay. Therefore, there is also a place to stay that is not too expensive but can provide comfort in the rest. Usually, a place to stay at a rate not too expensive there are many along the highway Anyer-Carita. Here we can see a row of jasmine-class hotel that costs would be affordable to your pocket.

However, if you include backpacker tourists who love everything that is minimalist, do not have to worry. Because, for lovers of this backpacker lodgings are also provided with a very low price as a resting place. To search for lodging a super economical price, we have to do a little hunting. Because, usually of low-cost accommodation is not situated on the edge of the highway and a short distance from the coast. However, this is in accordance with the rates stay per night which could have only half of if we stay at the hotel or cottage at the edge of the highway and adjacent to the beach.

In the tourist area of Anyer, also very suitable for use as a family holiday. Because, in these locations is also provided several types of games fun enough water. We can enjoy some games such as Jet ski, surf, bodyboard, or some other type of game there. No need to fear our pockets drained by enjoying some kind of game. Because the price to be paid to be able to enjoy the game is quite affordable and quite able to give satisfaction for us. For example, to rent a jetski, we only need to pay about 80 thousand dollars. With these prices, we can enjoy the thrill of driving a motor vehicle on the water for 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, if we want to enjoy the sport bodyboard, we do not have to pay dearly. Only by paying money for five thousand dollars we can enjoy the waves beach anyer by lying down on the waves. Certainly cheap enough price allows everyone to enjoy the game. Unfortunately, many the lure of the beauty of Anyer tourism is not supported by adequate means completeness. This is because the access road to the site, is still very alarming.

Some things that often cause problems when the holiday season arrives is a long traffic jam while trying to Anyer region. This is because the access road is narrow, where there is an area that often causes a crowded as markets spilled. Moreover, some streets in such poor condition that causes cavities in driving an uncomfortable feeling.

Bandengan beach

In addition to the Anyer, coastal tourism can also be found in Central Java exactly in the town of Jepara. On the beach, located about ten kilometers from the city center, there is a coastal tourist area of considerable interest to the coast called Bandengan.



Bandengan own beach adjacent to the beach that Kartini had already appeared. Only, the shore Bandengan offers several advantages that can not be found on the coast of Kartini. Among others a better view and more complete facilities. Where Bandengan Coast provided some kind of water games such as canoes and a boat ride up the coast. For those who just want to sit around enjoying the view, also provided some permanent seating that can be used to witness the beauty of the sea or simply waiting for the sunrise and sunsets.

Bandengan beach itself is also known by the name of Tirta Ocean coast. In this place, the character of the waves tend to be quiet so it is quite safe for those who want to enjoy the freshness of the sea water there. Even when the sea water is clean and clear, we could see small fish in the sea floor without the need to dive.

When we feel hungry, around the area also found a few food stalls with fresh seafood menu mainstay. While eating, we could see the beauty of the beach Bandengan freely because the stalls are located right on the beach. The mainstay of food stalls on the beach is pindang seratin Bandengan using fresh snapper fish menu. This menu will be more complete if we enjoyed the whole young coconut drink.