Enggano Island

Enggano lies about 110 miles (177 km) south of Bengkulu city. It is about 22 miles (35 km) long east west and 10 miles (16 km) wide north south. Its average elevation is about 330 feet (100 m). Hills, rising to about 922 feet (281 m), cover most of the area. The island covers an area of 40,260 hectares, which is dominated by dense rainforest with its wild buffaloes. Mainly we can see the culture, or the life manners of traditional society and native's Enggano dances. A pioneer boat at Baai Island Harbour or hiring a small boat at Bintuhan seaport can reach the island. Visitors can see the culture, or the life manners of traditional society and native's Enggano dances. A pioneer bat at pulau Baai harbor or hiring a small boat at Bintuhan seaport can reach the island.

There are 5 clans Isukul spread over the entire island: The Kaharuba, Kaarubi, Kaitora, Kaahoao and the Kauno. A matrilineal society, descent is traced through the female line and daughters usually inherit farmlands. Half call them Christian, the other half call them Mosleem. But actually this society is one of the last truly animist strongholds in Indonesia. Engganese culture is sure now to disappear as a result of assimilation into an indiscriminate Indonesian culture.

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Ambon City

The name of the island Ambon is believed to come from the word apon, meaning "plantation'. Indeed, Ambon was one of the firsts Moluccan islands to be occupied by the Portuguese and used as a plantation. Ambon City is the Main City and seaport of Ambon Island, and is the capital of Maluku Province. It is one of the largest cities in eastern Indonesia.

Ambon, the provincial capital of Maluku, which is built on a hillside overlooking the bay, has a number of interesting sites of historical and cultural interests. Among them are the remnants of some old forts built by the Dutch East Indies Company during the heydays of the spice trade and the Siwa Lima Museum with its local arts and crafts collection. More ruins of forts are found such as the Dutch one at Lima and those of the Portuguese at Hila, which are almost entirely hidden underneath the contorted roots of a giant Banyan tree.

The ANZAC War Cemetery near Ambon town is the site of services held every year to commemorate the Allied soldiers who died in the region during world War 11. Ambon is at Maluku end of the annual yacht race between Darwin, Australia and Ambon. The race usually takes place in August.

Ambon, as a beautiful city, has a lot of tourism objects that offer the tourist much beautiful scenery. On arrival in AMBON, you will be met at Pattimura airport, transfer to your hotel. After lunch, visit WAISELAKA POND in WAAI, its clear crystal water inhabited by holy eel, The Crazy Bamboo Performance. You can have dinner and overnight at your hotel.

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Berastagi North Sumatra

Jakarta has a peak tourism as well as with lembangnya Bandung, Medan has also the peak tourist attractions are no less interesting and beautiful. Namely Brastagi area, traveling from city to field Brastagi take 1.5 to 2 hours using a private vehicle travel. With public transport can be taken within 3 hours, because the distance field trip to Berastagi town about 80km away. along the way we can enjoy beautiful views to the left and right beside the road we could see the scenery of tea plantation and tobacco, and daily activities of society northern Sumatra.

Before entering the Brastagi we will pass Kaban ginger, here a lot of tea plantations and tobacco plantations, many traditional markets around Kaban this ginger. Activities of traders and buyers in the market eligible to be photographed, and the people were very friendly with the arrival of tourists and tourists who see. After that we went on a trip to Berastagi, here the air was getting cool and cold. He wanted to stop by dikedai coffee to enjoy coffee and the view around the mountains.
Berastagi is a very beautiful area, the area which is located in North Sumatra that have a height of 1400 meters above sea level. The air here is very clean and cool, this

because it is surrounded by mountains and forests - forests that are very beautiful. Does not feel the trip as long as 1.5 hours a lot of fun. From the hills we can enjoy views of the green and could see the volcano and Sibayak Sinabung. Sibayak volcano is still active today and has a height of 2000 meters, the location of this Sibayak mountain not far from Berastagi.

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Not only that, Brastagi very famous for vegetables and fruit - fruit, fruit that is very famous here is passion fruit. Passionfruit Brastagi very popular until the whole of Indonesia, and many made quintessence syrup. Indeed dibrastagi if we do not enjoy the fruits Brastagi did not complete it's like, let alone cold weather and cool very supportive of us to eat more food.
After that we continued to Tongging attractions, there are a large waterfall that is Sipiso Piso waterfall. Piso name means knife, this waterfall is sharp and in surrounded by a deep ravine in the northern Sumatran tana, the distance to the location of this waterfall that is 24 km from Kabanjahe. and is located around the edge

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Northern part of Lake Toba. Disekiling has views of waterfalls and gorges are very beautiful, high-piso waterfall Sipiso approximately 130 meters. I am very interested to get to this waterfall, as the distance from the top down this waterfall is pretty much when on foot. Finally I decided to walk down a path toward Sipiso piso Waterfall, to walk a steep curve and this should be very cautious. Many paths that have been damaged and not infrequently we have to crawl and clinging to the side of the road, it is advisable to use shoes and drinking water to taste. Fortunately in every way a lot of residential houses are made for the rest of the walkers feet, so if you are not strong or sudden rain during the trip we can get enough rest.

Arriving based Sipiso Piso Waterfall, lost our sense of fatigue because of the river and waterfall scenery seen directly is very beautiful. Eve is radiated very cool because debris from the ears of water waterfall wet our face that makes us linger longer live under, after taking some photos we finally continued our journey upward. At the time of behind the new road was tired, because it does not feel way to the waterfall is down. And now we have to climb up and over.

Once above the struggle, we are in the Tour Tongging, tongging situated on the edge of Lake Toba in the north near Sipiso piso waterfall. It was from here is very beautiful view of Lake Toba, toba lake flanked by two mountains of rock along the bottom. We unwind here, after struggling to climb out from under Sipiso piso waterfall. Like tiredness disappeared instantly when we enjoy the beauty of Lake Toba, Berastagi leave a lasting impression for me. One time I definitely will be back again.

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Tabuik Sumatera Barat

Tabuik

Massacre Hussain, grandson of the Prophet Muhammad in Padang Karbala by Yazid ibn Muawiyah troops from Ummayah dynasty, history of deep incised strokes for Muslims in the world. In Pariaman, West Sumatra, this event is celebrated by performing a ceremony, Tabuik.

Derived from the word 'tabut', from Arabic that means parading, Tabuik ceremony is a tradition on the west coast, West Sumatra, which was held very day. The ceremony was held at the Asura day that falls on the 10th of Muharram, the Islamic calendar.


Blonde Sense of Grief

That said, Tabuik taken by adherents of the Shia of the Middle East to Pariaman, as a war memorial Karbala. The ceremony is also a symbol and expression of a deep sense of grief and respect for Muslims in Pariaman against Prophet Muhammad's grandson. Because the excitement and uniqueness in every pagelarannya, local government and even then enter Tabuik ceremony in West Sumatra tourism agenda and held every year.

Two weeks before the parade
aan Tabuik ceremony, residents Pariaman been busy doing a variety of preparations. They made as well as various snacks, pastries and Tabuik typical. In this period, there are also people who run a special ritual, which is fasting.

In addition to the naming ceremony, Tabuik also pinned to the names of objects which become an important component of this ritual. Tabuik amounted to two pieces and made of bamboo and wood. The form of horse-bodied animals, human heads, a sturdy and wings. By race

Islam, this beast called Buraq and is considered a magical beast. On the back Tabuik, made a milestone as high as about 15 m. Tabuik then decorated with red and other colors and will be in the wine later.

On the appointed day, since 0600, a crowd has been felt throughout the City of Pariaman. All participants and completeness of the ceremony getting in the town square. The other residents gathered on the roadside to watch the carnival Tabuik way. Not only ordinary citizens, government officials also attended the ceremony's most colossal implementation in West Sumatra.

Just in time, Tabuik began appointed and carnival began. One Tabuik appointed by the bearers, which accounted for 40 people. Behind Tabuik, the group of people of traditional dress that brings your instrument

a variety of percussion music drums, helped fill the ranks. During the procession took place, all carnival participants chanted, "Hayya Hayya Hussain Hussain ...!" As an expression of respect for the Prophet Muhammad's grandson. Occasionally, the procession stopped and dozens of people who play a typical martial arts into action as she accompanied Minang tetabuhan.

As the sun sets, the procession came to an end. Both Tabuik brought to shore and then floated out to sea. This is done because there is confidence that this Tabuik thrown into the sea, may dispose of bad luck. In addition, this moment is also believed to be the time Buraq fly to the sky, carrying all kinds arakannya.


When compared with Tabuik ceremony that was held ten years ago, the existing Tabuik ceremony was different. At that time, Tabuik made by two groups of citizens from different sides and then pitted against one another. In the process, not infrequently followed by fisticuffs the residents of both camps.

Unique Cultural Attractions

Now, the element of violence that had been found on Tabuik had been removed. The ceremony is more directed to an interesting cultural attractions and can be consumed by the tourists. Besides watching the procession ceremony Tabuik, the tourists can get around in traditional markets and bazaars are held in line with this celebration. Enjoy also salaluk and rakik Maco, typical food peddled Pariaman a lot on the beach. Unfortunately, until now, the ceremony Tabuik have not worked optimally. There are still a number of problems were encountered in its implementation, especially in terms of funding.

Tabuik celebration this year that fell in February for example. This event almost failed to take place. Local government even announced through mass media such cancellation plan. However, thanks to the sincerity of the people Pariaman to hold this event, Tabuik was eventually could be held and can be enjoyed by all visitors.

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You will find white sandy beaches at Bira, 178 km from Ujung Pandang to the south. Traditional shipbuilding is also located in this area. Not far from this area visitors can cross to Selayar Island.

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Bantimurung

To the north of Ujung Pandang and driving east along the mountain range, is the Bantimurung waterfall, about 41 km from the capital. A cascade of sparkling water gushes out between rocky cliffs into a stream shaded by tall trees. Here the air is filled with butterflies, which fly from shrub to shrub over the water. These rare brightly colored ornithoid butterflies are considered the most beautiful in the world.

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♥♥ I lOVE INDONESIA ♥♥

   My country has many islands, culture, ethnicity, language, culinary, and a million beautiful places you can visit. Indonesia is a country in Southeast Asia and Oceania. Indonesia comprises 17,508 islands, about 6,000 of which are inhabited With a population of around 230 million people, it is the world's fourth most populous country, and has the world's largest population of Muslims. Indonesia is a republic, with an elected legislature and president. The nation's capital city is Jakarta. The country shares land borders with Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and Malaysia. Other neighboring countries include Singapore, Philippines, Australia, and the Indian territory of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

       Most people only know a beautiful vacation spot Bali in Indonesia. Though there are many resorts that much more beautiful than Bali. This is little choice tourist beaches on the various islands in Indonesia you can visit.



       So, Would you like to visit my country?

This is Rubiah Island. located on the Weh Island, Sabang, Aceh, western Indonesia. This place is perfect for divers. for no n-divers can also enjoy beauty of marine parks on the island. various types of coral reefs and fish here. with white sand beaches and calm waves. You must visit!! If you will be vacationing on this island, don't forget to bring sun block a lot. Air here isn't so hot, but can burn your skin. Like  when I visited this place, I had been taking a lot of sun block, still, my skin burned and peeling :)

This is Tapak Tuan beach. Located on Batu Hitam Village, Tapak Tuan South Aceh, West Indonesia. This beach can be seen along the edge of the highway Tapak Tuan. On the outskirts of the beach there are many coconut trees.

This is Lhoknga beach. located in the capital city of Aceh, namely Banda Aceh. You can surf here, because the waves were a bit big.

Mentawai Islands are one of the districts in the province of West Sumatra, Indonesia. This place is in the drill and in the interest of the surfers. Mentawai Islands District is a district located elongated islands in the westernmost part of Sumatra island and surrounded by the Indian Ocean.

Mentawai Islands are part of a series of non-volcanic island, and the cluster of islands that are the peaks of an undersea mountain back. Most of the population of the islands in the Mentawai Islands regency from Siberut Island. Community physically Mentawai tribe has an ancient culture that is somewhat Neolithic era where in this society would not know metal working technology, as well as farming and weaving arts. Residents in this district half were animists, and some are Christian and Islamic.

Pantai Tikus, Pulau Bangka ( Beach Mice ) Bangka Island. This beach is located in the Rebo Village, Sungailiat. The beach is shaped concave. White sand and smooth. Very lure tourists to come visit. beach mice.

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Paradise Island

More than 5 million square meters in waters around the Indonesian archipelago. No doubt, Indonesia became a shelter for hundreds or even thousands of species of underwater creatures and coral clusters are beautiful and colorful. Surely this country offers many dive sites which is a dream for most divers.

Due to the often volatile political situation and a warning to tourists who are usually too much, you'll rarely find this country in the list of most tourists travel. Fortunately for tourists who are brave and adventurous, this means fewer tourists and more peace, so you better be able to enjoy the beauty as you like. Here is a list of eight stunning dive sites in Indonesia.

Pulau Bintan, Riau

Maybe this is the island's most easily reached from outside Indonesia, where the diving is only one hour from the noise of Singapore. The island has white sandy beaches stretch along the 18 km with a rich marine life, and a variety of dive sites for you to enjoy.


Not far from the coastline to the north, there are a small canyon as deep as 8 meters with a flat base, ideal for your first time to learn scuba diving. Another unique place is the location of the wreck, you can explore the remains of an old tanker that sank many years ago in the depths of the sea.

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Kepulauan Seribu, Jakarta

This unique area made up of hundreds of small islands (hence so exaggerated 'Thousand Islands'), is a must for divers from Jakarta. Of the various islands, some of the famous Big Island kotok, kotok Island Small, Coral



Bangkok, Sepa Island and Island Pantara.

Pulau Seribu is easy to achieve, you just need to hire a speedboat from Marina or boat fishing from one of the ports. Only about one or two hours from Jakarta, you will be able to dive as much. Some of the larger islands



provide better accommodation class resorts and villas, but you need to rent a boat to reach the small islands - where the reefs are beautiful!

Karimun Java, Central Java
Another part of the Java Sea which is also a paradise for divers is an island across the sea from Semarang, Central Java. This place, called Karimun Java, is a series of 27 small island surrounded by sea which is rich in blue coral Acropora group. Divers can explore the remains of Indonour, an ancient merchant ship which sank in 1955. Additional treat here is the variety of sea turtle that hatched in the park of nature protection.






Derawan Island, South Kalimantan
About 50 miles from Tanjung Redeb, capital of Berau Province, an area that includes the small islands. This place is filled with a cluster of spectacular coral and underwater caves for the adventurous traveler. Derawan has more than 17 dive sites, each site has its own unique attractions for you to enjoy. Some places are famous Charitable Island, and Island Kakaban Maratua.


Charitable Island you can find eagle rays, manta rays, tiger sharks and cuttlefish. Every night you can see the giant green turtle eggs hatch on the island. Kakaban main attraction is the salt water lake inhabited by a jellyfish that did not sting and gobies. While on the island Maratua, you'll find plenty of large fish like barracuda, tuna and mackerel. Tourists even had time to see sharks and hammerheads to eight species of whales here.









Komodo Island, FloresThe island is usually known for being a playground for the dragons, giant lizard species. For scuba diving, Komodo Island also has a number of the best dive sites in the country. From Sebayour Small, Small and Middle Island Red Beach offers a variety of underwater attractions as diverse mackerel, cod and grouper.


At Red Beach, not far from the beach, you'll find a 5-meter full derivation of colorful fish. There are more dive sites on the coast such as the western part of Flores Island, Tatawa, Tatawa Small Island, Rinca Island and the island of Nusa Node.

Nusa Penida, Bali

Nusa Penida Island, located in eastern Bali, is a famous location for local and international divers. About an hour from Bali, the island has some very healthy group of coral, which is clearly visible at depths of 15 to 30 meters.


For beginners, trdapat various dive sites in the east coast of this island are suitable to be explored. On the south coast there is Blue Corner, Nusa Lembongan and Gamat, more appropriate for experienced divers who are looking for a challenge. Fish are often seen in the sun while manta birostris Crystal Bay is a common sight at Manta Point.Bunaken, North Sulawesi

Bunaken, North Sulawesi
This place is famous dive sites that have an international reputation is better than the other, consisting of small islands such as Pulau Sialdoen, Ganga, Mantehage, Nine and an old mountain in the middle of the sea, Manado Tua. Snorkeling and
diving is very popular here with more than sixteen point dive spread across an area of islands. Bunaken has grooves as deep as 30 feet, housing a variety of species of fish and other marine life. Shark sightings are common, so be careful!

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Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi
Still in North Sulawesi, there are other icons of the world diving, Lembeh Strait. This location is renowned internationally as the diversity of marine life that exists only in the place. Here you will be able to find the mimic octopus, pygmy seahorses, cuttlefish, and hairy frogfish. This place is a paradise for underwater photography and is often called the "Qiblah of Macro Photography." After all remain vigilant, the beauty of the Lembeh Strait is for experienced divers.

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Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea, a unique country that lies on the Pacific Ocean and its authenticity is maintained thanks to the low level of urban development (only 18% of the population live in urban centers). Besides having a unique name, Papua New Guinea also has 850 native languages, and believed a number of species of plants and animals that have not known!

The country is largely unexplored, even since its independence from Australia in 1975. However, some tourists who made it to the beaches would feel the way they were not in vain.

Papua Market. Photo credits - Paul in Uijeongbu and Kahunapulej.

Shopping Center

Interesting experiences in Papua New Guinea is a walk in the market. Most goods are bought and sold are original and homemade goods. You'll find the original keepsake such as Papua New Guinea: bilum - bags made from plant fibers, baskets Bouganville - regarded as one of the baskets and the best container in the Pacific, or a mask - may not be used, but fun! Be careful when someone offers you "ancient artifacts" - whatever that was made before 1960 are prohibited to be exported in order to maintain the country's cultural heritage.

Underwater beauties. Photo credits - Boogies with Fish

Water Sports

Scuba diving is quite popular in Papua New Guinea and many dive places that have unlimited potential. Geographic structure of sea bottom plate causes a drastic fall from the edge of the beach - but an abundance of debris former World War II, adding features to dive here. To dive in among the rubble, go to Kavieng, Loloata, or Madang. If you want to see the spectacular coral group, go to the Eastern Fields, about 200km from Port Moresby to the coast of Australia.

Kokoda Trail. Photo credits - Solo Roamer

Hiking

Soil structure that does not mean the island of Papua New Guinea makes a perfect place for serious climbers. For a little history and fantastic scenery, go to the Kokoda track, along the 60 mile route through the top of the Owen Stanley Range. History buff will find this site as a battlefield of World War II, Japan and Australia meeting point.

If you are looking for height, go to the top: the top Wilhelm is the highest point on the island, scenic places and quite able to reach, depending on your fitness level. Get up early in the morning for arriving at dawn for a chance

The best view beautiful scenery.

Everywhere you go, beware of going to the weather conditions: the night is cold and humid and hot during the day. There is also a risk of malaria and frequent floods in the lowlands during the rainy season. Come out with equipment and knowledge sufficient.

Beautiful Papua sunset. Photo credits - Boogies with Fish

If You Go There

The most practical way to Papua New Guinea is by air, airlines are Air New Guinea (in cooperation with Qantas) and airline of Papua New Guinea.

Most visitors need a tourist visa; 60-day permit can be obtained at the airport, Port Moresby, on arrival. Same with other Oceania countries, make sure you carry all travel documents to include your return plan.

Some festivals are open to tourists, such as Coffee Festival in May, the National Mask Festival in July and Morale Hiri festival in September.

There are reports of violence and crime in some places in Papua New Guinea. The spread of HIV / AIDS is quite high in some areas. Be alert on the way - I suggest you to seek advice from an experienced travel agent before booking travel. Tourist women are advised not to travel alone.

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Ranau Lake

Ranau Lake is surrounded by mountainuous highland and natural view. It is located in the West Lampung sharing border with South Sumatera Province. Cottages and boat are available. Liwa is the nearest town from Lampung (capital of West Lampung). Beauty of Chilli of nature that still natural made this area an area of the tour visit in Lampung West. In this area tourists could enjoy the beauty of the Ranau Lake that was surrounded by green hills as well as the Seminung Mountain that erect soared._Fresh and clear him Ranau Lake water very supportive for the swimming activity.

Tourists could also enjoy the beauty of nature scenery ranau with boating the motor. Moreover for that wanted to be submerged in hot water, in this area also was gotten by the source of hot water.

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Dendam Tak Sudah Lake

This small lake, located 8 km from Bengkulu, has been curiously named Dendam Tak Sudah ('never-ending grudge'). The lake has facilities for water-skiing and boating and its surroundings feature an abundance of orchids known as Vanda hokriana. When they bloom, the lakeside transforms into a huge exotic flower garden. Dendam Tak Sudah Lake is surrounded by mountainous scenery and hosted by habitat for typical water orchid called Vanda Hookeriana (Merr.), naturally a hydro parasitic plant, as well as a means of natural conservation in biodiversity. This lake has been used for fishing, canoeing and other water sports facility proposed.

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Talang Lake

Talang Lake tourism object that located in Lembang Jaya districts is state ± 2 Km of the twin lakes (Diatas Lake and Dibawah Lake). The Lakes that located about 1.400 m of sea level is state between the cool and fresh hills with fruits and vegetables fields. The nature lover who likes to hiking, the small lake with about 1,9 Ha width, that actually is one of the two of Mount Talang Purba crater, can reach by foot from Alahan Panjang or the twin lakes in one hour walking.

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Alor And Lembata Island

Alor and Lembata Islands are the least visited and are therefore the most unspoiled regions of East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). Trek to the rim of Pantar volcano, visit the traditional whaling village on Lembata or dive the straits of Alor at a dive destination rated by all to be amongst the best in the world.

Alor Island regency is the least visited and therefore the most unspoiled region of Nusa Tenggara Timur (NTT). Trek to the rim of a volcano on Pantar or dive the straits of Alor and Pantar in a dive destination rated by all to be amongst the best in the world. Alor diving is known as the best in the world With its smoldering Volcanoes reaching down into crystal clear waters fringed with pristine coral reefs, coconut fringed pure white sandy beaches and traditional villages built half way up mountains, the scenery is as spectacular above as it is below the waterline. The eight distinct dialects and more than 50 sub-dialects spoken today, testifies to the diversity on Alor.

Alor traditional culture has been influenced over the ages by the Indian, Chinese and Javanese traders as well as by the Islamic and Christian religions. This can be seen in the silk thread woven into the original weavings and the mix of Mosques and Christian churches dotted throughout the Island. The traditional dances, Ikat weavings motifs and the varies architectural style greatly from area to area. With more than a dozen traditional villages within one hours drive from the capital Kalabahi - Alor is a cultural tourists heaven.

Lembata Island is known throughout the world as the home of traditional whaling but what is not known is that the people of this Island are especially rich in cultural tradition. The beautiful rich Ikat weavings are entirely made from homegrown cotton, spun and dyed by the weaver. The scenery throughout the Island is breathtaking, from the ever-imposing "Ile Ape" volcano of the palm fringed bays to the colorful bustling local markets - beauty and excitement are everywhere.

Lamalera village located on the southern tip of Lembata Island is the home of a traditional whale hunting community. Here, Sperm Whales have been hunted for centuries using all hand made equipment; their spears, rope and boats are all made in the village. The boats are without motors and the harpooner must jump from the boat to implant his harpoon in to the whale to ensure success.

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Belitung Island

Belitung is an Island in South East Asia, a part of Nation archipelago. Belitung is ruled by Indonesia since 1950 and became a district of South Sumatra province. On November 21st, 2000, Belitung and Bangka Island has been approved to become the 31st province of Indonesia separated from South Sumatra. This new province is called ‘Kepulauan Bangka Belitung’ province. This Island is placed at 107o 35' - 108o 18' Latitude and 2o 30' - 3o 15' Longitude.

The length of the diameter from East to West is about 79 km and North to South about 77 km. The total land is 480.060 hectares with 189 small islands surround Belitung. Some of them are quite big with a couple of villages. They are Mendanau Island, Seliu Island, Nadu Island and Batu Dinding Island. Most of Belitung population is come of Melayu ethnic and most of them are Moslem. There are some other ethnics likes Chinese, Javanese, Balinese and some people from Sumatra like Palembang, Minang and Batak. Belitung regency consists of 9 districts and 69 villages. The capital of Belitung is Tanjungpandan, which stay at North West of this Island. The other large towns are Manggar, Gantung, Kelapa Kampit and Sijuk. The main resources, which also become the main product of Belitung Island, are tin mining, kaolin, quartz sands, and granite rock. The plantation are mainly palm oil, pepper, coconut, coffee, natural rubber, and vegetable.

If seen from its tourism sector, Belitung is an island with beautiful beaches, the unique landscape with its purely white sand, and the crystal clear seawater. Belitung is also popular with its granite boulder white stones beach in Tanjung Tinggi, Tanjung Kelayang, Tanjung Binga dan Lengkuas Island. This beautiful nature is also accompanied by hundreds of small islands, which add the beautiful tourism area in Belitung Island. Belitung Island is one of the best and unique beaches own in Indonesia.

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Tanjung Kelian Old Lighthouse

The old lighthouse was built in 1826. It is located about 9 km of Muntok district. In the surrounding area we still can find wrecks of Dutch and British ships, which were torpedoed by Japanese warships during the Second World War, on 16 February 1942.

Take our time to climb up 199 steps to reach the top of the lighthouse and enjoy the spectacular view from the height of approximately 60 M above sea level.

We can see the whole beaches in Muntok.

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Travel Journey : Aceh and Sabang

Aceh and Sabang

The religious community, it is situated coastal area, the landscape is so charming, and the long historical journey that has been passed, to make Aceh a region that has keunaikan Parties and its own peculiarities.

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Banyak tempat wisata dan situs sejarah yang ingin saya kunjungi hari ini, tetapi saya juga tidak ingin berharap banyak karena kita tiba pukul 4 sore. Sepanjang perjalanan saya masih banyak melihat puing – puing bangunan Setelah Aceh dilanda Musibah Tsunami, yang telah memakan banyak korban jiwa dan memporak porandakan bangunan yang ada. Pada umumnya masyarakat aceh bermata pencaharian Nelayan dan petani, banyak rumah yang dibangun dipesisir pantai dan sekarang hampir rata dengan tanah. Akomodasi dan penginapan di Aceh banyak hotel kelas melati yang banyak terdapat dipusat kota, tarif kamarpun bervariasi dari Rp 100.000 sampai dengan Rp 200.000. namun kondisi hotel banyak yang kurang terurus dan berantakan, ini disebabkan oleh musibah Tsunami yang banyak menghancurkan hotel dan rumah, pada umumnya banyak Turis dan pendatang yang menginap lebih dari 1 hari mencari rumah penduduk untuk disewa. Tarifnya pun sangat murah, antara Rp 35.000 sampai dengan Rp 50.000,-

Pride of Acehnese architecture is one of Baiturahman Grand Mosque, the mosque is located in the center of Banda Aceh, which is adjacent to the Pasar Aceh, the mosque that stood firm and maintained it was still usable until now. so it is a mosque and an icon of pride the people of Aceh, this mosque survived the tsunami disaster had flooded even as high as 3 meters at the time, but this mosque has a lot to save the people of Aceh on tsunami disaster. Grand Mosque has a long historical journey, first in 1873 the mosque was ever burned at the Dutch attacked the territory. But the anger of the people of Aceh to make dutch rebuild the mosque in 1875. This mosque has 5 domes, cupolas and towering main mosque in the interiors decorated with carvings of many unique and interesting. No one mosque is an icon that people in Aceh, because of the beauty of architecture and sturdy construction of this mosque. In front of the mosque is a small pond of lotus, a distance of 20 meters to the main gate of the mosque, although the weather is not favorable. I keep taking photos of this mosque, and at good weather. I will return to capture the most beautiful mosques in the city of Aceh.

Banda Aceh city also has the State Museum that is located not far from the Grand Mosque, the distance is only 3 km away and we take just minutes away. Inside the museum there are many writings of Acehnese culture, dance, crafts, ornaments, and custom engraving. Inside the complex there is a building of this museum is very striking, and seen clearly seen from public roads. Namely Rumoh Aceh, Aceh's traditional house in the form of narrow fronted houses on stilts, and decorated by exquisite wood carvings and motifs unique Aceh. Traditional house looked very well maintained, and the museum was also well maintained. Many antiquities collection items owned by this museum, including the Bells CakraDonya, this bell was a gift from Admiral Ceng Ho in 1414. This proves, in Aceh since the former is a city and a very busy port visited by traders who come from various countries corner. I was reminded by Name Naggroe Aceh Darussalam Aceh language means the State of Aceh peace and prosperity. The abundance of nature and the earth Aceh create Netherlands interested to trade with Aceh, over time increasingly gripped the Earth Netherlands aceh, monopolized and controlled the land that there is diAceh. It is said that Aceh is a very difficult area conquered the Netherlands when compared with other regions of this dinusantara.

Having satisfied the tour of the historical and cultural city of Aceh, we move on to other historical. Who escaped from the Tsunami that structure's history, this place is situated in the middle of town and the plateau region. Structure's history is a historical site in 1600, this building is a relic of Sultan Iskandar Muda. Formerly the Kingdom of Aceh and the kingdom wither or Malaysia as we know it today is very closely related. Structure's history surrounded by beautiful garden. Structure has shaped like a hill and fortress sturdy, at first I did not understand this building previously used and serves as a fine. Because of its strange and not like buildings such as general building, right next to this building there is a museum containing the structure's history. In 1608 the Sultan Iskandar Muda has a wife who he loved very, queen named Princess Phang very homesick for his hometown, surrounded by hills. While the court here there are not many hills, the Emperor eventually build an artificial mountain that resembles a hilly kampong pages. To be the consort to play above the hill and will not forget his homeland, was the Empress is very pleased and excited to present and always spend time when his twilight to enjoy the sunset over the hill structure's history.

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Baca secara fonetik

Does not feel it was getting late, after a tour of the city to enjoy cultural and historical city, we were very tired and hungry. We'd love to taste the traditional cuisine of Aceh, Dijakarta we often try Mie Aceh. Now it's time to taste the crab hmm Original plus our stomachs rumbling imagine the pleasure, hawker centers and specialties are in Pasar Aceh at the center of town, indeed in the daytime market is a bustling trading center. After the night was turned into the central market Food, one of the typical cuisine of Aceh is the spice of spices and a slightly spicy flavor dilidah. We tried Mie Aceh, Martabak, curry goat and Vegetable Pliu. All the dishes that we ordered was a very unique cuisine and famous in Aceh. We ordered it deliberately so that we can enjoy all, a sense of Mie Aceh was not so different than the one we've had dijakarta. But different is martabak, here Martabak omelet shaped like a mix of flour. Goat curry was very delicious, the aroma of spices, the taste is slightly spicy sauce and tasty goat meat is very pronounced. For the lovers of curry goat not to be missed, and the last food we tried was the vegetable pliu. Bersantan vegetable has a distinctive taste, aroma of spices typical of aceh and spicy sauce that makes us even more appetizing meal with other dishes. Indeed, one of our main goals is not only a tour of sightseeing the beautiful and nice place. But we are also a culinary tour, it feels incomplete if we did not try something that is typical of the regions we visit.

One of the beaches that we are headed today is ngaa Lhok beach, west beach is situated on the edge of Aceh. Long way to the beach about 40 minutes through the vehicle, a distance of 17km from the city of Aceh. The beach is quite famous and is a favorite tourist spots of Aceh society, unfortunately, when she reached us there. Many tourism facilities and infrastructure building this beach destroyed by the Tsunami disaster, the beach is not exhausted Lhok ngaa my utmost admiration for the beauty in every corner of the beach. This beach is so natural and still a virgin, sand bordering the ocean, green plants and shade trees as a backdrop of this beach is surrounded by high hills. This beach we can do activities such as fishing, sailing, diving and sunbathing on the sand, not far from this beach there is a Andalas cement factory. By the time I get there this plant is not operating and is being rebuilt, this factory was badly damaged by the Tsunami disaster that made this plant does not operate again. Position Lhook nga beach is located diteluk the left and right beside the shore of the lake there are many small lakes are utilized by local villagers to earn a living, the beauty of the lake around the shores of the lake add to the attraction of this beach, this area represents a complete tourism package mix. In addition to beaches and lakes, this region also contained Seulawah Golf International. Unfortunately the golf course with panoramic backdrop of hills and the sea is obsolete and not maintained. Perhaps because the first region prone to conflict between GAM and the government so that many tourists are reluctant to come to this stricken area. This tourism region devastated by the Tsunami disaster, not only lodging and restaurant were damaged. But many houses were destroyed by the Tsunami.
Area of this tragedy, many buildings are razed to the ground exhausted. But there is a pretty strange occurrence for me, during my many trips to see many buildings were destroyed. But the mosques and worship places are next to people's houses were not destroyed, remained firm will stand as if not affected by the Tsunami disaster. Likewise in Lampuuk Beach area, I see there is a mosque which still stands firmly beside the building when the right and left out were swept by the Tsunami. Could this be signs of God's greatness, but this time the construction of houses, infrastructure and facilities began to be rebuilt. Institute of foreign aid agencies help build housing and school buildings in this area. Once satisfied we traveled throughout the region tomorrow we plan to go to Pulau Weh, but we have to rest and return home this afternoon and prepare for the trip tomorrow.
When I was showing at 07.00 am, we were getting ready to the port of Ulee lhue due to reach weh island can be reached by using the Motor Ship. To get to the island we can through the two ports. If we want to use a car to get there we must go from the harbor ferry Malahayati contained, use the ferry fee of Rp 300,000 and take a trip for 4 hours more. Meanwhile, Ulee dipelabuhan lhuee we can use a fast motor boat Pulo Rondo, but the only passengers who can ride motor boats. 1 ticket per person amounted to USD 50,000 and a very quick time it took only 1 hour, we decided to use the KM Pulo Rondo because of the schedule departure of the ship is at 09.00 am. And we've rented a car at P Weh rates to USD 400,000 per day.

Along the way to the port of Ulee lhuee we see on the right side of the road there are many homes and buildings destroyed by the tsunami, the area is one of the worst affected areas due to its proximity to downtown and is 5km. Many development built by foreign aid agencies, but this area has not been quite crowded with people. They are still traumatized by the Tsunami disaster, after reaching the Ulee lhuee we pay for tickets for 4 people. Hours of departure at 09.00 am we still have half an hour, so we get around to see the beach Ulee Lhuee that was so beautiful. This beach at low tide appears to coral reefs in some parts, dikejauhan looks beautiful panoramic hill. Dikejauhan we see the 100-meter-high lighthouse tower look crushed and only remaining pillar of the lighthouse, there are views which I have never seen before. Besides the lighthouse left the mosque there is a building whose height is only half of the lighthouse is still sturdy and upright, while the houses around the mosque had been razed to the ground and lighthouses that have been destroyed. No wonder I kept stopping with views that I see. At that time we were allowed to enter the ship, because soon the ship will depart. I had a chat with the pack Dato Guard ship which happened to he survived the Tsunami, he told his neighbors that there are survivors and witnesses when the tsunami came. He saw the waves that swept inland from the sea as high as nearly two times the height of the lighthouse tower in this area, I can not imagine the disaster that occurred at that time.

The day was fairly sunny weather is not like yesterday, it was time we set foot in the P Weh. The island is known as zero point kilometers Indonesia. to mark the establishment of the monument by the Government of Indonesia as a sign of the start of the calculation of the distance and vast territory of Indonesia, from Sabang to Merauke. Our first objective is to Monument zero miles, we really want there to gain a foothold in Indonesia kilometer zero. Long way to the monument for a half hour, the road which goes up at Sabang smooth and large, that add to comfort of our trip. Along the way we were treated to panoramic views and beautiful hills, winding roads that we see the hills and blue sea dotted by islands. Once we are at the foot of the hill monument is guarded by zero kilometer checkpoint. To get to the top of the hill there is only one path that enough for 1 car, did we play the hill after we come out with a different path. So there is no car in the opposite direction with us, after we pay for tickets USD 2000 per person and over the hill we continue the journey. The streets are very narrow with the right and left road is a thicket, the rate of vehicle can not drive fast. Because we are very careful through this narrow road, fortunately there are no trees that fell during our trip. Amid our way blocked by a bunch of monkeys, apes monkeys apparently are already accustomed to human presence. Many tourists who go to this place, and they ask for food along the way, unfortunately we did not bring snacks.

Finally we reached the monument zero miles, over the hill I could see the vast expanse of ocean and island of Sabang in the distance. We had time to catch the moment at the monument this kilometer zero, then we headed down the hill and the prettiest beaches on the island of Sabang this. That is shore Iboih and Gapang, when she reached there, dazzling white sand. This beach has soft sand, the waters filled with colorful coral reefs and beautiful fish fish milling. Many tourists from abroad who visit this beach, they generally come here specifically for diving and surfing. We wanted to get around the beach to enjoy the natural beauty of the island of Sabang, many boats are rented specifically to get around the middle lauit and we can see the beauty beneath the sea. We rented a boat that has a glass center that works to find out your beauty clearly underwater. For an hour we were hired at a cost of Rp 80,000, all the way to ketengah lauh we saw many fish and coral reefs. Almost all of the basic sea filled with colorful coral reefs, along with a variety of fish and sea animals which are also rich in color. Very clean and clear, that dangkat diarea clearly visible tinge of green seaweed looks dikemilau blue ocean. P Sabang is the main destination of foreign tourists, especially those coming to the island of Sabang to enjoy nature and underwater beauty. It is said that the beauty beneath the sea at this island is one of the most beautiful in the territory of Indonesia, and most sought-after by foreign tourists. Unfortunately today was not a lot of foreign tourists who visit the island of Sabang, because the length of martial law that makes them reluctant kepulau Sabang.
Iboih beach facilities are very complete, the existence of both luxury and modest hotel is there, the restaurant is clean and complete, the facility places of worship and many others. Create developing beach tourism, we have time to eat and rest for a moment this beach. We do not have much time this island of Sabang, because we do not plan to stay this island. KM Pulo rondo will return to Banda Aceh at 05.00, while time is showing at 02.00 long journey back to port takes approximately one hour, our next trip to the city of Sabang. Along the way we see many luxury car chases, we headed to the sale of used cars. And one of the uniqueness of the island of Sabang this is the number of luxury cars are sold very cheap here, as the region enacted tax free zone. So that luxury cars like BMW, Mercedes, and other european cars sold at half the existing market price dijakarta. But do it all once you take this car out of the island of Sabang, because it will be subject to luxury tax is 100% of the price of his own car.
Sabang Island even if hit by the tsunami disaster, but the buildings and areas affected are not many destroyed. The only area in Aceh that there was no serious damage here, is due around the island there are two troughs weh deep enough. So the tsunami waves retained in both troughs, casualties of the tsunami victims only 11 people and several hundred buildings were destroyed.

We finally reached dipelabuhan balohan, after buying a ticket for the same price as we bought it diaceh. I think we'd love to stay here longer to enjoy the natural kenindahan Aceh and Sabang, after a few days to enjoy it feels like to return someday. hopefully the security and peace on earth Aceh is getting better, For the beauty and panorama can be enjoyed by us together.

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