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Niagara Falls Indonesian Version

1. Curug Malela High waterfall is approximately 60 to 70 meters with a width of 50 meters. Turns Curug Malela is a collection of seven waterfalls that exist in that area and where there is at the very top level. The region has seven levels of towering waterfalls as far as one kilometer. The order is Curug malela, curug katumiri, Curug Manglid, Curug Ngeubul, Curug Sumpel, Curug Palisir, dan Curug Pamengpeuk. Curious traveler who wants to come there could be a route of Bandung using an alternative pathway to Cimahi. Next to Cililin and further to Sendang Kereta. From Sendang Kereta continue the journey to the tea plantations Montajaya. from there a traveler can leave the vehicle and proceed to the waterfall on foot. 2. Waterfall Temam The waterfall is located in the village Temam Rahma, District of South Lubuklinggau 1, Lubuklinggau, South Sumatra. Probably not many people know about the existence of this waterfall, but the beauty of nature that served so fresh and fascinati

World's Shortest River in Indonesia

Africa's Nile River is the longest river in the world. The river runs along 6650 kilometers. If the Nile became the longest river in the world, which then streams the shortest river in the world? Apparently the answer can be found in the village Tamborasi, District Wolo, Kolaka, Southeast Sulawesi Province. Tamborasi village flanked by mountains Tamborasi and biting in the Gulf of Bone, deserve when this village inspired the charming landscape. Tamborasi river only extends along 20 meters, shorter than the Ombla in Croatia (30 meters) which was recorded as the shortest river version of Wikipedia. Also shorter than the River Roe in the United States (60 meters) as the shortest river in the world that is recorded in the Guinness Book of World Records. With a very short distance and has a width of about 15 meters, Tamborasi not look like a river, but more like a small lake. The flow of water is the one reinforce that this is indeed a river. River water Tamborasi clear gr

World's Largest Lotus Lake in Indonesia

Flores Island in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) is famous for its various lakes. There are three color lakes Flores in Ende, there is an active volcanic lake as the Lake Sano Nggoang. There is even a lake Ranamese included in the Nature Park (TWA) Ruteng is located on the roadside Transflores Borong-Ruteng. Furthermore, there is a lake in the village Pota, District Sambirampas, East Manggarai district that is very different from the other lakes. The lake is Lake Rana Tonjong which is a lake lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) giant the second largest in the world after a similar lake in India. In the dialect of East Manggarai, 'shutter' means lake and 'Tonjong' means lotus. The lake is already hundreds of years old. Around the lake there are rice fields belonging to the community Pota. In fact, this lotus flower can bloom depends on water coming into the lake. This lake has an area of ​​2.5 hectares, which is always blooming in April-June every year. Even lotus seeds

The Benign Snake Island

Thus Snake Island Bima People call it, because maybe the island is only inhabited by a bunch of benign snakes that does not bother residents. What is interesting is not actually because of the many snakes or absence of people who want to stay on the island which is approximately an area of 500 m2, but more because of the snakes is different from the general serpent in Bima Regions. These snakes are looking for food in the sea and resting on top of the island in between the cracks of rocks or hanging on the cliffs, then make the appeal of this island. This island a habitat for a population of sea snakes with a unique color combination of black and white silver with glossy. This snake is a benign snake and friendly to tourists who visit it. Snake island can be reached with a travel time of about 45 minutes drive from the city of Bima using ground transportation. The snakes at the Snake Island according to the locals is a type of sea snake. Anyone knows that sea snakes includi

The Jewel of Banyuwangi (Part 2)

Banyuwangi is rarely a destination for tourists because of the district in East Java is usually only be one place that bypassed the tourists who want to visit Bali passing lane and then crossed land in Ketapang port. Apparently, in the coastal city has a lot of tourist attractions that should not be to pass up. Banyuwangi travel looks like a jewel lying on the roadside; just passed unnoticed in value. Read Part 1. 7. Plengkung Beach Plengkung beach is natural offerings for those who love the sport of surfing. Fame waves were already well-known to foreign countries so that you will find some foreign tourists who were surfing. The trip to the beach Plengkung will pass Alas Purwo with teak crop rows. Shades of green trees make the air was cool and the mind becomes more relaxed. 8. Kalibendo Plantation The plantation area in the western part of Banyuwangi, 20 km if taken from the city center. The location is on the plateau and has a typical tanaan such as coffee, ru

The Jewel of Banyuwangi (Part 1)

Banyuwangi is rarely a destination for tourists because of the district in East Java is usually only be one place that bypassed the tourists who want to visit Bali passing lane and then crossed land in Ketapang port. Apparently, in the coastal city has a lot of tourist attractions that should not be to pass up. Banyuwangi travel looks like a jewel lying on the roadside; just passed unnoticed in value. Banyuwangi contour area is very unique, ranging from lowland to high. This contour indirectly create many objects stunning natural attractions. The beach in this area is still very clean and far from pollution so it is suitable as a tourist destination for a family beach. Especially who want to downsize but still able to enjoy its beauty. Besides the beach, Banyuwangi also has a mountain backdrop for those who missed the calm and cool atmosphere. Here is a list of the most interesting sights in Banyuwangi along with photos / pictures, some of which have become favorite tourist spo

The Seven Summits of Indonesia

The Seven Summits of Indonesia is the seventh highest mountain peak in Indonesia. The concept is similar to the Seven Summits which is the seventh highest mountain peaks in the seven continents in the world. The difference, 7th of this mountain in Indonesia and is the highest peaks on the seven islands and the main islands of Indonesia. Seven main island or islands are Papua , Kalimantan, Java, Sumatra , Sulawesi , Maluku islands, and the islands of Nusa Tenggara ( Bali and Nusa Tenggara ). Articles on Indonesia's Highest Peak 7 is taken highcamp.info sites with some adjustments. Immediately, this is The Seven Summits of Indonesia or the Seven Summits of Indonesia. 1. Cartenzs Pyramid Sudirman Mountains; The highest peak on the island of Papua The highest mountain peak on the island of Papua is Cartenzs Pyramid with a height of 4884 m above sea level. Carstenzs peak commonly called Puncak Jaya is part of Maoke Mountains (Sudirman Range) located in the province

Adrenalin Spur in Wave of Sungai Kampar

Bono legend Bono is the name given by the people of Teluk Meranti to wave categorized Tidal Bore, the hydrodynamic phenomena associated with the mass movement of water where the tidal wave propagates upstream with destructive force. Bono became famous because it has been quite a lot of casualties and damaged ships passing if it should be passed without being able to escape with Bono. During this time, the stories are growing and milling in the community describe natural phenomena Bono just as terrible and frightening. Bono himself according to legend is the creation of Allah. Local people call it by seals. Society is still believed it. '' It was a legend. Previously, there are seven tails, but by the Dutch army they do not believe it. By people try to shoot and it is true, the tail die while Dutch troops that had come to die, '' said a local community Idris. Feared Abu Samah looked sharp eye toward the Kampar River. That morning he mingled with th

Beautiful Tropical Island in West Sumatra

An uninhabited island with an area that is not how prepared presenting gifts beautiful tropical island in West Sumatra. Pasumpahan is the goal, find the location in Kecamatan Bungus, Teluk Kabung, Kota Padang, Provinsi Sumatera Barat. The city of Padang on the west coast of Sumatra Island presents a coastline of 84 kilometers with 19 beautiful islands to be visited in the vicinities. Pasumpahan is a beautiful island that is easily accessible from the city of Padang. The island is believed to local residents is the incarnation Malin Kundang sworn (cursed) mother into stone. Residents believe that Malin Kundang cursed to stone on this island because it is associated the name 'Pasumpahan'. Pasumpahan the 5 acres has white sand with clear sea water. Interestingly, this island as sea surface divided into three. Translucent colors on the edge, in front of the green, and blue in the middle section. The depth to the ocean waters around the island are the cause of the color di

Most Blue Lake in Indonesia

Not only sea that turns blue, but in fact there is a lake that has the same color. Samares lake is considered as the only blue lake in Indonesia. But unfortunately, not many people know of the existence of this place. Samares lake is located in the village of Samares, East Biak district, Noemfoor Biak, Papua . This lake water is blue and clear. In addition it is also cold lake water so that travelers prefer. They came to Samares to swim and enjoy the scenery around. The following photographs Samares lake. Source

Top 10 Best Beach in Indonesia by TripAdvisor

The award-winning beaches "Travellers'" is determined by the quantity and quality of the reviews and rating rating on beaches in TripAdvisor collected within a period of 12 months. "Indonesia is known as one of the best beach destinations in the world. It is an honor to know that our beaches awarded the TripAdvisor travel community ", said Director General of Tourism Ministry of Tourism Marketing Esthy Reko Astuti. 10 Beach "Travellers' Choice" in Indonesia: 1. Nusa Dua Beach, Nusa Dua Located 40 kilometers south of Denpasar, Nusa Dua Beach is a beach with pure white sand and safe for swimming. "The beach and a beautiful place. Quiet and very calming. The beach and the sea is clean, "commented one TripAdvisor reviewer. 2. Padang Padang  Beach , Pecatu Padang Padang beach is a beach that must be visited while on vacation to Uluwatu. "The waves are very good, there are bays for swimming, and overall a unique e