Friday, August 27, 2010

Sarangan Lake

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Sarangan lake located on the border between East Java to Central Java in the west precisely Magetan District, East Java. Sarangan lake is located on the slopes of Mount Lawu (3265 m) which has a beautiful natural mountain. You can make the Telaga Sarangan as one alternative to your holiday this time. There are many interesting natural attractions can be enjoyed here. This lake and its surroundings offer a beautiful natural scenery and fascinating to you.

Telaga Sarangan
Landscape Telaga Sarangan will spoil the eye, because you can see a vast lake and the green mountains around Mount Sidoramping towering Lawu. Coupled with the calm lake waters and becomes a mirror of the mountains and the surrounding mountains. Looking at the mountain range and the mountains here also make more sense of calm and peace coupled with cool mountain air with temperatures around 18-23 degrees Celsius. Cool mountain air as you enjoy Sarangan Lake lies at an altitude of about 1000 meters above sea level.

 
Telaga Sarangan, Magetan, East Java
On the edge of the lake is the water cycle that resembles a duck and boat. This can be a means for you who want to surround the pond through the water. Or you can wander a horse or wagon use to offer people around. Surely this can be fun for your baby. Or for you who want to exercise, you can surround this lake by walking or running. You also will find a pine forest on the slopes of the mountains around Lake Sarangan. The atmosphere is pretty cool and will make a fun sport.

 
Waterfall
Close to Lake Sarangan, there is the entrance to the waterfall. There are three waterfalls that you can visit here the waterfall Watu Ondo, Kiwo shoulders, and Jarakan. Near the entrance to one of these waterfalls, a former aircraft which is used as a monument to remember Sarangan Regency Madiun neighbors who are Home Air Force Base.
The road to the waterfall is not difficult, even half the trip can be done by car. The journey to the waterfall will be a fun trip. You will pass the slopes used for plantations. You can see a variety of vegetable crops that may be rare in the city. You also can dip your feet into the cold clear water and fresh water used for plantations. This can be an interesting means of learning for your child.

 

Sate Rabbit
Once satisfied around, you can order rabbit satay and lontong that are offered around this lake. Sate which are rarely found in other regions is worth to try, because the meat is tender and tender can make you addicted. The price offered Rp 7,000 / share, the price affordable enough for your pocket. Other foods that can be enjoyed here is the rice pecel. Sarangan areas neighboring the famous Madiun with spices and chilli pecel. This Pecel be special because the beans in a delicious flavor plus a variety of fried foods as a complement.

 
Hotels and Lodging in Lake Sarangan
All around this lake, there are a lot of jasmine-class hotel can be your place to stay. Hotels are competing to offer prices that are not too expensive. You can stay in a room with 2 bedrooms, bathroom and living room with a price of about Rp 500,000, - for one night. Or there is only 1 room with a cheaper price. This inn also provides hot water for bathing and for drinking. Generally, this jasmine-storey hotel 2 so that you can freely enjoy the Telaga Sarangan with a broader perspective. You can also find at least 2-star hotel here.

 
Gifts from Telaga Sarangan
Satisfied by Lake Sarangan tour, before returning you can buy gifts and souvenirs from Telaga Sarangan. You can buy bags, shirts or other crafts that are the work of the people around.
From Telaga Sarangan, if you're headed toward the west or Central Java, you will find Karanganyar District, Central Java, with its famous natural attractions Grojogan Sewu. Whereas if heading east, you can stop by the City Madium buy souvenirs like distinctive Madison pecel Brem and a delicious sauce.
Sarangan a beautiful lake is perfect for your holiday with family. Enjoy your vacation in Lake Sarangan, beautiful natural attractions and fascinating!
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Sunday, August 15, 2010

Lido Lakes

Lido

Lido is a beautiful lake and the area has become a tourist spot for local communities or from outside the town of Sukabumi. Tourism is a mainstay of tourism here is water. On the edge of the lake, there are many tools that can be used for those who want menikamati beauty of the lake, for example, water bicycle, boat or a more unique and traditional is to use a raft made of bamboo. You can stop at a small island located in the middle of the lake to relax or ordering food. You can order a roasted corn and coconut on the island. You can enjoy the cool mountain air and fresh that will make you more pleasant atmosphere to relax at Lake Lido.

In addition, some facilities have been provided by the manager of Lido Lake as a place of fishing. For those of you who like fishing, this activity is certainly great fun to fish directly on the lake that many fish. You can also enjoy facilities for outbound at Lake Lido such as the Flying Fox is quite challenging.
Lido Lakes Sukabumi

After being around, it's time to fill the stomach. You can choose to eat at the restaurant afloat. Called floating because the eatery is located on the water and you'll dine on a raft that floats. The menu is largely a typical menu of Sundanese cuisine. Looking at the vast lake, the fish and the natural scenery around, it would make your appetite increase. Not to mention blowing breeze which is cool. After you enjoy a variety of exciting tours on Lake Lido, you can also buy a variety of interesting souvenirs sold by locals in this tourist area.


Air Sports

You can also enjoy the air in here sports facilities managed by the Aero Club Lido. You can enjoy air sports such as skydiving, aeromodeling, paramotor (a parachute with a motor), paragliding, and swayasa. In addition there is 850 meters long runway suitable for landing small aircraft and training aircraft.


Lido Lakes Hotel

If you want to spend the night here, you can spend the night at Lido Lakes Hotel. Five-star hotels and resorts that have been established since 1935 provides various faslitas to pamper guests, such as a swimming pool which kids love. Other facilities are fairly comprehensive outbound facilities and golf courses. You can ride the All Terrain Vehicle (ATV), which resembles a large motor for a walk around the protected forest.

With a large and comfortable rooms, the hotel is also often a destination for corporate outings. So, if you only have little time for a vacation, you can try visiting this place because there is much beauty you can get along with your beloved family.
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Thursday, August 12, 2010

Goa Gala & Cave

Gala Goa is located on Nusa Lembongan islet one of a row of three islands located in the southeast of Bali, the Nusa Penida, Nusa Ceningan and Nusa Lembongan. If you visit the island of Nusa Lembongan then you can visit the Cave Gala, an artificial cave which is quite unique in the island. This cave is below ground in limestone found on the island of Nusa Lembongan. Uniquely, this cave is home of a hermit named Made Vyasa made for about 15 years with simple tools!


Mahabharata story This cave development takes 15 years from 1961 to 1976. Vyasa made the job of masterminding the building of Goa Gala inspired puppet epics or stories of the Hindu Mahabharata, especially in the episode "Wana Parwa". Made Vyasa inspired by the life of the Pandavas who were on the run from the Kauravas army thus making special shelters made of resin or asphalt. Kauravas himself intended to destroy the Pandavas.
In the story, is told that the Pandavas exiled to the forest for 12 years for losing a bet with the Kauravas. Over 12 years, the Pandavas had to face the challenges of life in the woods. Feeling insecure and think that any time could kill her family Kauravas, so they build a cave. This cave is called "Gala-Gala".
Inside the shelter is kept safe from the Pandava army pursuit Kauravas. Five children Pandu Pandavas called safe in this house is Puntadewa, Bima, Arjuna, Nakula and Sahadev. According to the epic Mahabharata, they managed to escape through the tunnel at the house made of resin before it burned Kauravas.
From this episode, Made Vyasa interested in exploring life during the isolation of the Pandavas in the cave. Because of that, Made Vyasa Cave Gala inspired building of this story. To respect the Pandavas, then dug a cave Made Vyasa cave named Gala. Of course, because the background as the mastermind and work habit to meditate, then Made Vyasa made cave that inspired this story of Mahabharata. He is building a non-stop day and night for 15 years to realize these dreams. In the year 1984 at the age of 95 years died Vyasa Made at home under the ground.
In this cave there are reliefs depicting the process Goa Gala. There are some symbols, like humans, elephants, the gate, and turtles in the Hindu calendar which means that in the year 1898 Saka calendar or in a general fall in the year 1976 when Goa Gala completed.

 
Goa Gala
Gala Goa now become one of the attractive tourist destinations on the island of Nusa Lembongan. In addition, some tourists are also doing meditation in this cave. Gala Goa still remains preserved as in the beginning without the renovation. Jobs digging for 15 years who do not Vyasa Made in vain, because the land is now home to a unique destination on the island of Nusa Lembongan Bali.
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Wednesday, August 11, 2010

Ancol Ocean Arena

Want to take a vacation the kids this weekend? Try to visit the Ocean Arena in Ancol area. Here you are with the kids can watch a variety of funny animal behavior is trained. Terrestrial animals such as beaver, sun bears and hippos as well as marine animals like sea lions, dolphins and white whales ready to entertain your children with a variety of interesting attractions. Plus a 4-dimensional show can make a separate experience for you and your child.

Ancol Ocean arena is a oseanarium or oceanarium. Oseanarium a marine mammal park and other sea creatures. In addition to enjoying recreation with family, here you will find a variety of interesting knowledge about marine mammals such as dolphins, whales, sea lions and other marine animals. Ancol Ocean arena is also a means of marine wildlife conservation.

There are 4 main vehicle contained in the Arena Samudra, Ancol. First, is the vehicle for various Animal shows, Sea Lion show vehicle, vehicle performance and Dolphin White Whale, and the vehicle Cinema 4D or 4D Theater. Within 1 day there was 3 times the performance for each vehicle, or on holidays will be added the number of performances for each vehicle. In order not to miss, you can see at a show in front of the vehicle. When finished watching one show, the officer will advise you to watch the next perunjukan. If you want to watch all the performances, you should follow these instructions so that you are not left behind and had to wait longer.

Cinema 4D
Another place is no less exciting is the Cinema 4D or 4-dimensional performances. You have to queue to get into this theater building. Inside, the officers will share the 3-dimensional glasses. After waiting some time in front of the door, the audience will go into the theater. The film is presented duration approximately 15 minutes.

With a 3-dimensional glasses, you will find a picture in front of you and like to be touched, plus the chair can be rocked and a spray of water or wind at a certain scene so that you can actually mesakana atmosphere. There are 5 options on schedule Monday through Saturday and 2 times extra performances on Sundays and Holidays. But, you can only watch it one time because to enter into this vehicle should use the tickets found on admission.

Ocean arena
Ancol Ocean arena can be a place of recreation that educate. You can introduce a variety of wildlife on your child. In addition, there are freshwater aquarium featuring a variety of freshwater fish in the river both in Indonesia and abroad. You can also visit the sea-water aquarium that will provide a variety of sea fish funny and unique. You also can visit the tourist area of study as a good learning tool for your children.

In addition to various educational facilities, there are also some interesting games as a vehicle for the ride Kiddy Car Bumper called Logon Events, BOTO-BOTO of miniature aircraft gaming circles for children, as well as the Jellyfish Ballon ride. This game vehicle can add your recreational pleased Arena Ocean.

Ancol does offer a variety of interesting tourist sites. You can visit Dufan, Atlantis, Sea World, and also do not forget Arena Ocean. Ancol Ocean arena is oseanarium (oceanarium), which offers recreation, conservation, and education for the whole family. Tourism in the city of Jakarta can be interesting and educational for your kids.

Gelanggang Samudra
Open:
Senin-Minggu: 09.30 - 17.00 WIB

Ancol Taman Impian
Jalan Lodan Timur 7
Jakarta
14430
Telp: (021) 6471 1111

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Tuesday, August 10, 2010

White Crater

When you're visiting the city of Bandung, try also visit to Ciwidey. There we will find interesting sights of the White Crater. There are many things that we can get, for example in Ciwidey, there are many strawberry garden. In fact, we can pick their own strawberries and buy it. On the way to the crater, we will pass the interesting objects such as old railroad tracks, yellowing rice fields, tea gardens and pine forests. A decent place for our visit.

The crater is located on Mount Patuha white, a high mountain in West Java. Altitude of this mountain is 2386 meters. The crater of Mount Patuha is used as an attractive tourist object with a crater of White.

After parking our vehicle, we had to descend stairs in order to be closer to the crater of this mountain. Our hearts will immediately chuckled amazed to see the whole of this place from the steps above. In these places, we can indeed be closely located in the crater we could even touch the water.

When we go down, incredible scenery will see in the crater. White soil which consists of sulfur is the reason why the crater is called the White Crater. Truly unique taste saw this white land. Uneven ground surface as well so as to resemble the mounds the ground. Craters greenish water also attracts attention. All around, there are mountains that some of it is dry but there is also the still green trees.

We can be a bit up the surrounding mountains. In this mountain we will find dry trees and many branches of the trees that fell with small stones. We can also see the crater from above.

Sufficiently large craters here. Water color can vary depending on the sunlight. The smoke arising from sulfur water sometimes blocking our view. The water also caused the smell of sulfur. When the wind is blowing, the smell of sulfur can pierce our noses and make us cough. So, there are several points on this crater is not fitted with a warning to avoid getting too close to the sulfur smoke poisoning.

This crater is going to give us a different experience. We like being in the snow because the ground is white. Large craters and bluish-green water that makes us as if were on the beach. The trees are mostly only the stems are dry and participate in creating a different atmosphere. Here too there are big stones are beautiful. The beauty is what makes this place became a favorite place for prospective brides to make photo prewedding.
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Monday, August 9, 2010

Umang Island

Want to vacation on the island of white sand and comfortable? Umang Island may be one option. The island is located south Ujungkulon, Banten. To reach this island you have to catch the boat that has been provided. This boat trip is only about 5 minutes because of the distance which was not far away. The island presents things interesting for our vacation.

Looking down the pier to the island, we will see the white sand and blue sea. A beautiful beach scene, so this place can also be used in photo prewedding. When he reached the lobby, you'll immediately be greeted with a welcome drink of juice and fresh wet towel. Very refreshing after a trip that should take about 5 hours from Jakarta. Manager also provides transportation from Jakarta when we are reluctant to use their own vehicle.

On the island there are resorts or villas. Suite very comfortable place to sleep. Each villa is divided into 2 equal to the door as a liaison. The living room has a sofa which allows us to better enjoy the time together in this room. Rustic bathroom, with ornaments of clay memorable experience. On the top floor, there is a bed that is very romantic with the top of the glass, so that we can look at the stars at night.

This island is not large, only a 5-hectare, but the facilities are complete enough for the water and loved to play sports, you could play jet skis, banana boats or snorkelling. There is also a swimming pool adjacent to the beach, while swimming so we can enjoy the beautiful beach. Finished swimming, available Jacuzzi to massage the aching body. When you're happy to idle, there is also a spa package, where we can enjoy an aromatherapy massage accompanied by the sound waves.

Waters in this island there is still a lot of fish. Near the pier, we can see a group of fish collection. This can be a place for you to have a hobby of fishing. For children, there are also various games for children like swings, trombolin, etc..

We can also relax in the gazebo located in front of each place we stay suites and were right on the beach. The ideal place to enjoy the sunrise or sunset. As a romantic dinner you can get if you want to eat on the beach as he heard the sound of the waves. Or it could be in the cafe while listening to the strains of the singer sung the song.

Umang island near, there Oar Island. The island is not very manageable and still very natural. Various types of shellfish are still many in this place. To go to this place, we can use a fishing boat provided by Umang Island.

As a gift or a souvenir, there are also shops selling various souvenirs in the form of t-shirts or hats bearing the Umang Island. There is also a display of shells and key rings. The price offered is not too expensive, so it will drain our pockets.

Umang Island is the place to honeymoon, vacation or a family outing. It's just the way to this island still feels uncomfortable. In addition to the far distance, to cross the road winding and up and down. The streets are still deserted, and only for 2 vehicles. So you have to be careful on his way.
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Sunday, August 8, 2010

Karimun Jawa Seas

Karimun jawa including the beautiful islands in Indonesia, which located in Jepara district. Karimun jawa included in the district of Jepara, Central Java, namely in the northern coast of Java Island. The islands have also been designated as National Park. The white sand and clear water is a sight you will enjoy. Natural atmosphere, beautiful and calm is still very felt and will make you feel at home for long here.

Karimun derived from the Javanese language, which means kremun blurred or vague. Given the name because these islands dimly visible from the island of Java, which caused its location is quite far from the island of Java. To reach Karimunjawa take approximately 4 to 6 hours from the mainland island of Java using the Motor Ship Sooner or Jepara Semarang. I think, fits with the name, because it takes a long time to arrive on the island.

Karimun Jawa into heaven from the divers (divers). You can perform various activities in the clarity of water. Swimming, diving (diving), or snorkeling will be fun.
The beauty of coral reefs and colorful fish in the sea will be an attraction to playing in the water. Karimun Jawa sea water in a very clear and transparent, so you can see the sea bottom clearly. For your fishing hobby, you can also do this in several islands in the Karimun Jawa.
To visit the islands in the
Karimun Jawa, you can use a fishing boat. The time required is not too long to visit several islands at once because it was not far away. There are also boat equipped with a glass at the bottom of the boat (glass bottom boat) are suitable for you who do not want to dive but want to still be able to see the coral reefs or fish in the sea water.

 
Karimun Jawa 

Karimun Jawa since 2001 has the official name Karimunjawa National Park. Karimunjawa National Park consists of group of 27 small islands with 5 pieces that have been populated island of the archipelago.
Who have inhabited the island of Pulau Genting, Kemujan Island, Island
Karimun Jawa, Mosquito Island, and Island Parang. Most of the island there has a white sandy beach.
The islands are a favorite for tourists to visit because of its natural beauty including Menjangan Besar Island, Menjangan Small, Pine Small, and Cape Gelam. Let us visit the islands one by one!

   

      
Menjangan Besar
      
Menjangan Besar Island shark in captivity there. You can test the courage to go to their breeding pond and swim with the sharks are. No need to fear, because the sharks are here quite tame and friendly with humans.
   

      
Menjangan Kecil
      
Small Menjangan worth a visit for the waters around the island there are many small fish, colorful beauty. The island has beaches and beautiful sea floor with clear water. The island is suitable for you who want to try snorkeling.
   

      
Pine Island Pine Island Small and Large
      
On these islands there are many pine trees that may be the basis of name of these islands. Another unique thing is the land of white sand beach that jutted into the sea.
  

      
Pulau Tanjung Gelam
      
Gelam Cape Island is a beautiful island with white sand and sea water bluish green.

 
Accommodation in Karimunjawa
Besides enjoying the beautiful sea and beaches, you can visit the traditional markets or visit the servants who managed to get the fish in the fish market.
For accommodations, there are several options you can specify. You can stay at a luxury resort on small islands or even hotels with cheaper rates. Some locals also rent out his house with a cheaper fare anymore. Or you can try different things to stay in the House of pumice, which is where the lodging is in the water not far from the beach.

 
Transport to
Karimun Jawa
To go to Karimun Jawa, you can use some of the following alternatives:

   

      
Quick ship from Semarang
      
From Semarang, you can go to the
Karimun Jawa through the Port of Tanjung Emas using speedboats. Travel from Semarang to Karimun Jawa about 4 hours to 6 hours if the weather is bad.
   

      
Ships from Jepara
      
If you choose to go to
Karimun Jawa from Jepara, you can through the Port of Kartini. You can choose to use a speedboat, or also use a slow boat and cheap from Jepara. The journey from Jepara to Karimun Jawaabout 2.5 to 3 hours.
   

      
Plane
      
In addition, for those who have enough funds, there was a small plane in Semarang Ahmad Yani Airport can be leased to the Airport on the island of Daru god Kemujan (one island in
Karimun Jawa). By plane, you can see the beauty of the Karimun Jawa of the top before landing at the airport in Karimunjawa. Travel through time with the plane about 30 minutes.
Enjoying the beauty of this island and feel the calmness will be a pleasant experience. It is advisable to visit this island in March until October, at the time the weather was friendly so that you can freely explore and enjoy the islands Karimunjawa. Enjoy the charm of natural beauty in the
Karimun Jawa.
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