Sunday, February 28, 2010

Komodo Island - East Nusa Tenggara

Komodo Island

Komodo Island is an island located in the Nusa Tenggara Islands. Exactly at Komodo district, West Manggarai regency, East Nusa Tenggara Province, Indonesia. Komodo Island is the western end of East Nusa Tenggara Province, bordering the province of West Nusa Tenggara.

Since 1980, the region is an area of 1817 km2, a National Park by the Government of Indonesia, which are then recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1986. Together with two other large islands, the island of Rinca and Padar, Komodo Island and several small islands around it continued to be maintained as natural habitat of reptiles.

Komodo Island

Komodo addition, this island also store a variety of exotic flora, timber Sepang which is used by people around As with medicine and clothing dye, this nitak tree, or Sterculia oblongata in the drug believed to be useful and tasty and good seeds like peas.

As one of the mainstay tourist Indonesia, Komodo Island provides lodging accommodations ranging from established local communities to international resorts.

Looking at Komodo Island, a very worthy presumably Komodo National Park was appointed as one of the 7 Wonders of Nature, coupled with various other world wonders.

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Friday, February 26, 2010

Borobudur Temple

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Borobudur is the name of a Buddhist temple located at Borobudur, Magelang, Central Java. Location of the temple is approximately 100 km in the south-west of Semarang and 40 km northwest of Yogyakarta.

Borobudur was built around 800 BC or 9th century. Borobudur Temple was built by the Mahayana Buddhists during the reign Sailendra. This temple was built in the heyday of Sailendra dynasty. The founder of the Borobudur Temple King Samaratungga from Sailendra dynasty. The possibility of this temple was built around 824 AD and was completed around the year 900 AD in the reign of Queen Pramudawardhani who is the daughter of Samaratungga. While architects who contributed to build this temple according to the story of a hereditary named Gunadharma.

The meaning of the name Borobudur "abbey in the hills", which comes from the word "coal" (temple or monastery) and "beduhur" (hills or high places) in Sanskrit. Therefore, in accordance with the meaning of the name Borobudur, then this place since long ago used as a place of Buddhist worship.

This Buddhist temple has 1460 relief panels and 504 Buddha effigies in the complex. Borobudur-shaped building with railroad punden consists of 10 levels. Height 42 meters before being renovated and 34.5 meters after the renovation because the lowest level was used as a drag. Six lowest level and square in the upper three floors and a circular highest level of Buddhist stupa facing to the west. Each level represents the stage of human life. In accordance with of Buddha Mahayana, anyone who wants to reach the level of Buddha must go through each of those life stages.

borobudur temple

This temple for centuries no longer used. Then because of volcanic eruptions, most of the buildings covered Borobudur volcanic soil. In addition, the building is covered with trees and shrubs for centuries. Then the building of this temple began in the time-forgotten Islam arrived in Indonesia around the 15th century.

In the year 1814 when the British occupied Indonesia, Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles heard of the discovery of huge archaeological objects in the village of Magelang district Bumisegoro. Because of the great interest of the history of Java, then immediately ordered Raffles HC Cornelius, a Dutch engineer, to investigate the discovery of the location was a hill covered with shrubs.

borobudur

After Indonesian independence, in 1956, the Indonesian government requested the assistance of UNESCO to examine the damage to Borobudur. Then in 1963, out of the official Indonesian government's decision to conduct the restoration of Borobudur temple with the help of UNESCO. However, this restoration was only really started to be done on August 10, 1973. The process of restoration was completed in 1984. Since 1991, Borobudur Temple, designated as World Heritage or World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

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Thursday, February 25, 2010

Dieng Tourism Village

Dieng

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Dieng, is a highland region on the border between the District Banjarnegara and Wonosobo regency, Central Java.
Located about 26 km to the north of Wonosobo regency, with a height reaching 6000 feet. Dieng cool temperatures in the cold approaching. Temperature range 15-20 degrees in the daytime and 10 degrees at night.

Cold, cool and beautiful, that's panorama Dieng Plateau. Tourism which is about 30 km north of Wonosobo, or about 55 km east of Banjarnegara. Dieng Plateau in the district of Wonosobo and Banjarnegara. From these two districts, the most dominating Banjarnegara tourist objects. Dieng Dihyang comes from the word meaning in the days of kings Khayangan Rake Warak Dyah Vanara 809 years BC, as a sacred place to meditate.

dieng plateu

Dieng Plateau is a lot of presents landscape, lake, cultural, and archaeological sites.
Telaga Warna Sightseeing and Dieng Plateau Theater in Wonosobo regency. Crater was Sikidang, Merdada Lake, Crater Sileri, Jalatunda Well, Crater Candradimuka and Arjuna temple complex in Banjarnegara district.

Tourism Object Dieng
Some of the cultural heritage and nature reserves have become tourist attractions and in the governance shared by the two districts, Banjarnegara and Wonosobo.
Several places in Dieng visit sightseeing in Wonosobo
- Telaga Warna
- Lake Pengilon
- Crater (sikidang, celery, Sinila)
- Complex of the temple (temple Gatotkaca, Bima, the five Pandavas, etc.)
- Eye Serayu river water (he could make young and can quickly match)

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Baturraden Tourism Places in Purwokerto, Central Java

http://www.mediaindonesia.comBaturraden is a tourist destination in Banyumas regency, Central Java, Indonesia. Baturraden located in the northern town of Purwokerto just south slope of Mount Slamet. With height 640 m above sea level. Air temperature ranges between 18 - 25 degrees Celsius with humidity from 70 to 80 mm Hg.
Baturraden air in this very cool, and the scenery was very beautiful and natural. From the town of Purwokerto, the road to this Baturraden only about 14 km to the north, and can be reached by public transportation.

http://aris007.files.wordpress.comBaturraden also a tourist area visited by many local tourists, as well as foreign tourists, especially on Sundays and national holidays. The condition was causing a lot of hotels, villas and houses to stop here.

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Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Goa Lawa (Lawa Cave ) Tourism in Purbalingga



Tourism in Purbalingga is located about 27 miles north of Purbalingga, east of Mount Slamet, precisely in the village district Siwarak Karangreja. Lawa Cave is also one of the mainstay tourism Purbalingga, which many other Owabong visit. Especially during the school holidays and vacations Lebaran.
As a place of recreation Lawa Cave is very suitable for the refressing because air is cool and clean with a beautiful panorama, because it is located on the slopes of Mount Slamet in altitude ± 900 m above sea surface.

Lawa Cave is also equipped with several means: Lokarta Park, Kenanga Park, Stage Happy and Mosque, and a large parking area.

Unlike the usual cave in Indonesia that is usually located on hill slopes and limestone rocks that will arise Stalactite and stalagmites, cave has a feature that is formed from lava cooling process, so that rocks hard and strong without a Stalactite and stalagmites. In order to see up close the beauty of Goa Lawa, we have ground down the hole and down the hallway, aisle.


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Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Tangkuban Perahu, Tourism Places in Bandung, West Java

tangkuban perahu

Tangkuban Perahu is one of the mountain located in the province of West Java, Indonesia. Approximately 20 km to the north of Bandung, with a lush carpet of pine trees and tea plantations in the surrounding, mountain Tangkuban Parahu have high altitude 2084 meters.

This mountain became one of the area an attractive tourist destination in West Java. Natural environment is cool, and hot springs in the mountain legs. Rows of elongated craters, the main attraction. Tangkuban Perahu is actually a volcano. Tangkuban Perahu, its shape resembles an upturned boat.

tangkuban perahu

Name Tangkuban Perahu, very closely with the legendary land of the most famous Sundanese, which is Sangkuriang. Tangkuban Perahu, which from a distance looked like a boat upside down, allegedly caused by the power of Sangkuriang that failed to complete its task in making an overnight boat to marry Dayang Sumbi that none other than his own mother. Because so upset it could not complete the boat, the boat finally Sangkuriang kicked it unfinished. The legend that is the close connection in the naming Tangkuban Perahu mountain.

To go to these attractions, visitors can drive a motorcycle or car. Travel time to Sari Ater attractions, namely the town of Subang with travel time approximately 40 minutes to the south of Bandung, while around 50 minutes and from Jakarta via toll SADANG with travel time approximately 3 hours while the hot water attractions with travel time Ciater 15 minutes.
Condition of the road to this area, both from Subang and Bandung is very good. However, keep in mind about the condition of the vehicle, due to the location from Bandung and Subang will go through a pretty tough climb.

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Monday, February 22, 2010

Kuta Beach, Bali, Indonesia

Kuta Beach

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Kuta beach is a tourist place located south of Denpasar, capital city of Bali, Indonesia. Kuta is located in Badung Regency. This area is a tourist destination abroad, and has become a mainstay tourist island of Bali since the early 70's. Kuta Beach is often referred to as sunset beach (sunset beach) as opposed to the Sanur beach.

Kuta is now a tourism icon Bali or better known as the International city because it is a meeting place of tourists from all over the world and also local tourists.

In terms of Kuta facility has complete facilities. Inns or hotels, restaurants, spas and other tourism supporting many can be here too.

kuta bali

Kuta beach is a tourist place that many choose to spend vacation in Kuta. White sand beach was chosen as a place to surf and sport is also very suitable for a place to relax while waiting for the beauty of Kuta beach sunset. Not one of thousands of tourists this beach is always crowded.

Kuta beach to be one choice for surfers, the reason the waves of Kuta Beach has a hard but good use for both surfing beginners and those already experienced in this surf.

Not only in Indonesia, but in many countries in the world, Kuta Beach in Bali is known. Watch the sunset, or just sunbathing, even surfing, It is a lot of invited local and foreign tourists visiting Kuta Beach, Bali.

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Sunday, February 21, 2010

Guci - Hot Water Bathing, Tourism Places ini Tegal

uci

Guci is located at the foot of Mount Slamet the north with an altitude of approximately 1050 meters. From the city Slawi ± 30 km away from the town of Tegal, while the travel distance of about 40 km to the south. This tourism object precisely in the village district urn Bumijawa of the most southern district in Tegal regency.

There are about 10 waterfalls located in Guci. In the top 13 public bath shower, there are waterfalls with cold water waterfall named a firearm. So named because once the water around the 15-meter-high waterfall that was owned by a village chief called Lurah firearm. To get around in some tourist attraction can be done by renting a horse with rental rates are relatively cheap.

The facilities available include lodging (up to class five-star jasmine), forest tourism (ecotourism), heated swimming pool, tennis court, soccer field, and the campsite.

This place is crowded visited by tourists because of the guaranteed pemandiannya seger banget. Water is released in the spring is warm water, although containing sulfur but not foul-smelling and colorful.

In the vicinity of the baths have hotels Vases Garden Hotel and some Villa which can be rented with a fairly complete facilities. The price is relatively not too expensive, the standard for rental villa units.

Jatijajar Cave, Tourist Places in Kebumen

jatijajar goa

Jatijajar Cave is a tourist place of the natural cave, which is located in the village Jatijajar, Kebumen. This cave was formed from limestone. Cave Jatijajar length from the entrance to the exit along 250 meters. The average width of 15 meters and an average height 12 meters while the thickness of the ceiling on average 10 meters, and the level of 50 meters above sea level.

Jatijajar Cave, located 21 kilometers to the south Gombong, or 42 kilometers west Kebumen. Jatijajar cave at the foot of limestone mountains. This tourism object is very interesting indeed. This limestone mountain range stretching from the north and south ends jutting into the sea in the form of a cape.

Within this space, you can see the springs called Sendang. Number 4 is being such a fruit, that is Sendang Rose, kantil, Jombor and Puserbumi. Rose is being trusted has supernatural powers that can make a person stay young, so every visitor is always the time to wash the face with water that Sendang Rose.

jatijajar goa

In the Cave Jatijajar, there are many Stalagmite and Limestone Pillar or Pillar, namely the meeting between the Stalagmite Stalactite. All of this is formed by sediments raindrops that had reacted with limestone rocks in her translucent. According to research experts, for the formation of Stalactite it takes a very long time. In one year the thickest Stalactite formation thickness is only 1 (one) cm only. Therefore Goa is Goa Lime Jatijajar very old.
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Thursday, February 18, 2010

Bali Beach Villa



Bali
continues to be a prime tourist destination for travelers and thrill seekers across the globe. The island spans length wise (east to west) around 153 km and breadth wise (north to south) 112 km. Bali Island is an impressive mix of white sandy beaches along its south ends and black sand along its northern beach fronts. The island also presents a beautiful wild life habitat in the form of coral reefs. Many parts of this beautiful island are still untouched and really present a heart warming picture of solitude and tranquility. Adding to this magnificent display of colors and solace are the Bali villas which showcase all the modern yet personalized hospitality.

With the amenities of a Bali villa you should be absolutely certain to experience pleasure akin to royalty. Apart from the different colored sandy beaches with lively blue green water, there are marvelously sculpted temples which will really leave you awe struck. The grandeur of these temples and other architecture can only be seen to be believed. Some famous sites that you must visit while being in this beautiful island are the Besakih Temple, Tanah lot Temple, Pura Tirta Empul, Ulu Danu, Pura Luhur Uluwatu, Goa Lawah and Taman Ayun temple are a few well known. The Besakih Temple is located on the Mount Agung, which is over a thousand years old, offers a truly holy experience. Your local help at the Bali villas would tell you that getting to this temple before 9 am in the morning would be the ideal time.


The Tanah Lot temple was built in the 16th century and sits on a rock at the middle of the sea. It is a sight to behold and should be visited around the late afternoons. If you are
flying down to Bali, while approaching the island treat your eyes with the breathtaking view of the famous mountain tipping out of the white clouds along with the greenery of the land touching the blue green sea water. Denpasar is the capital of this island and offers a memorable shopping experience. There are also plenty of museums that can be explored on this island. If you wish to give yourself some physical activity you can trek your way through the green trail of the mountain. When you come back take a dip at the jaccuzzi of the Bali villa and enjoy the experience with a freshly opened bubbly.

An aroma bath will rejuvenate your senses and spa will ensure all the fatigue is just drained away from your system. These along with other specially tailor made services make the Bali villa experience a totally unique one. This island is ideally suited for honey moon seekers and represents the perfect getaway from the pressures of the modern society. The Bali villas also offer gourmet cuisine and some of them cater to your privacy by offering your own chef. So if you are looking at the map for your holiday spot this year, don't forget to check out this green dot on the Indian Ocean, it can surely surprise you loads of fun and enjoyment.

Remember your vacation / honeymoon / wedding /anniversary in Bali for a lifetime with a heavenly time spent in luxurious, all services Bali villas in the serene and enchanting islands. Happily married couples, families, and honeymooners can rent a full service and luxurious Bali villa and spend a glorious vacation to remember forever. Do read our useful Bali Travel Guide which is full of useful information and guide on Bali!

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Bali Beachfront Villa Represents The Perfect Setting For Your Honeymoon


A Bali beachfront villa offers you the perfect excuse to indulge in yourself with private pools, spas and sea food.  In addition, the pristine clear waters, white sandy beaches, the green mountains and picturesque surroundings offer you the best outdoor settings for a holiday.

A complete private space with the best of modern amenities and a service staff at hand to fulfill all your wishes is the ideal place to seek solitude for those special days. If there is one place you must visit to live your dreams, Bali stands out as the best choice. A Bali beachfront villa offers the unique experience of the tranquil holiday in the midst of nature coupled with the luxuries of the star facilities. When you land in Bali the first thing that would strike you is the extremely beautiful beaches, the lovely weather and the colorful population. Not to mention the delectable range of sea food. All these can be beautifully interwoven to suit your holiday time. With a chauffeur and guide available at the Bali beachfront villas you can explore the beauty of this extremely popular island.

Beaches offer a lot of fun and games to really take the stress out of your mind. Activities at the beaches like rafting, snowboarding, snorkeling, water jets, diving etc., done with your partner will be lifetime experience. These are surely one of the gifts of staying in a Bali beachfront villa. The Bali beachfront villas offer the unique opportunity of having your own private pool where you can sit and enjoy the company of your partner with drink of your choice. To relax and rejuvenate your jaded nerves you can visit the spa facility and enjoy the natural aromatic massages. The staff is best in the business with years of experience to cater to your special needs.

At a Bali beachfront villa you are treated as royalty. The décor of the villas are touch of class and ambience is de-stressing and very personal. You can arrange for a special candle light dinner by the pool to celebrate a special occasion. There can be music and chef made available to ensure gourmet food matching your palates. The sea food at the Bali beachfront villas are lavish fantasies of the mind. They are prepared with extreme care and assorted flavors, which will turn on your senses. There are many beaches to be visited in this island, like the Candi Dasa Beach set right beneath the Mount Agung, which offers the best white sandy beach to catch the sun. Then there is Lovena beach, which has black volcanic sand, the Kuta beach known for its young population of tourists. The kuta beach is located on the western shores and thus offers a beautiful location to watch the setting sun.

The Bali beachfront villa will take care of your exploration needs by providing a touring vehicle and guide. This is essential for people who do not want the hassle of planning their trips. There are also natural falls which are great places to visit like the Gitgit, Blahmantung and the Daybreak waterfall. The Lovena beach offers a great place to meet the Dolphins. Apart from the beaches there are trekking spots, lakes, museums and markets to be visited to complete the holiday experience. Bali beachfront villas take care of your laundry, housekeeping, kitchen items and other assorted needs.

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