Indonesia is the fabulous country. The name Indonesia derives from the Latin and Greek Indus,and the Greek nèsos, means"island".
Indonesia is an archipelago comprising approximately 17,508 islands. It has 34 provinces with over 238 million people, and is the world's fourth most populous country. The capital city is Jakarta. Do you want to spend your vacation in Indonesia? Let’s read the following sections:
A Why Travel and Spend Vacation to Indonesia,Indonesia is an attractive country, so there are some reasons to visit Indonesia. Indonesia has many tourist places. They are so unique and awesome. Indonesia is the best choice to spend your vacation. Bali is one of tourist places in Indonesia. I am so pity when some of you say Bali is not located in Indonesia. May Bali is more famous than Indonesia, it makes some of you didn’t know the location of Bali. Absolutely, Bali is the most attractive tourist place, but there are others tourist places in Indonesia as the alternative. There are some fabulous city, that is, Lombok,Yogyakarta, Sumatra, Sulawesi, and so on.
Moreover, Indonesians are friendly person. I ever met American, his name Jack. He said the friendliest person is Indonesian. Indonesian tries to be nice person. Indonesian is also kind person. I am so proud to be Indonesian.
Further, Indonesia is a maritime country. It means Indonesia has a lot of sea. You can enjoy beautiful scenery in the beach; you can snorkel, diving and so on. You can also sunbathing in the beach. I think it is so interesting for you.
B.1 Bali
B.1.1 Ground Zero
Ground Zero Monument is located on Legian street, was established and inaugurated on October 12, 2004 exactly two years memorial to commemorate the victims of Bali bomb tragedy first happened October 12, 2002. The explosion occurred at two sites, the Sari Club and Paddy's Cafe itself is estimated to cost the lives of 202 people. It is asy to reach Ground Zero memorial, because the monument is located on Legian street to the beach of Kuta . In terms of its architecture, monuments Ground Zero has a unique form of Balinese carvings called "Kayonan", shaped like a large white-painted leaves which symbolizes the universe and below we can see a list of names of victims from different countries, including the victims came from our own country, Indonesia.
B.1.2 Kuta Beach
Kuta Beach is the most famous beach in Bali and the first seen by most people. In addition sunset Kuta became the number one place in Bali, with a spectacular view of the sun setting every day. Kuta is the most popular beach in Bali and the island with the number oneparty place.
B.1.3 Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK)
GWK - stands of Garuda Wisnu Kencana, symbolized by a statue of the god Vishnu, who stands erect on the hill Unggasan. Statue of the god Vishnu has a height of 20 meters.In this GWK tourist attractions, visitors can enjoy the view of sunrise and sunset. Statue of the god Vishnu, was built and carved by renowned sculptor named Nyoman Nuarta. Not only the beautiful scenery that you can see it in the GWK tourist area, this resort also offers a wide range of traditional entertainment such as Kecak Dance and Barong Dance from morning until night.
B.1.4 Tanah Lot
Tanah Lot Temple is located in coastal side of Beraban countryside, Kediri sub district and Tabanan Regency. It is situated in 30 Km in west side of Denpasar town and about 11 Km in south side of Tabanan town.As a favorite tourist attractions in Bali, Tanah Lot owns a magnificent view in particular at the sunset time where the sun slows down to the earth stomach. Every visitor who is paying a visit to this place will be amazeded to see the beauty panorama of Tanah Lot. Beside of this temple, there are other temples which can be seen on your visit to Tanah Lot like Batu Bolong Temple, Batumejan Temple and Enjung Galuh Temple.
B.1.5 Nusa Dua Bali
Nusa Dua is an elite resort area with international five starhotels and resorts existing on the costal side in south part of Bali. It is located in Badung Regency and about 25 minutes drive from Bali's International airport. Nusa Dua with 350 ha size is the sample luxury resort area and one of best tourist attractions in the world. In fact, the name of Nusa Dua is coming from two small islands located in the south part of Bali Island (Nusa mean the island and Dua mean two) that is dissociated with the white sand.
B.2 Kalimantan, Indonesia
Formerly known as Borneo, Kalimantan is the world's second largest island. There are some tourism places in Kalimantan.
B.2.1 Derawan Island
It is a favourite place for marine tourism. There are many rare animals such as the green turtle, the scarlet turtle, star fruit turtle and sea cow. The place is also home to many rare species of marine plants and coral reef. It is also a good place for scuba diving, pearl diving, fishing, swimming and other water sports.
B.2.2 Bontang
Located in the regency of Kutai with 200.000 ha, Bontang has rare flora and fauna. The Kutai National Park near Bontang is worth visiting to see sceneries, especially those at Bears Bash.
B.2.3 Pontianak
It is the capital of West Kalimantan. Some of the favourite tourist spots include Equator Monument, Caldaria palace in Kampong Dalai, the State Museum, the Kapoks and the Landau Bridges and floating market.
B.2.4 Gunning Palung National Park and Nature Reserve
The Gunung [Mount) Palung national park located in the Ketapang regency is home to rare flora and fauna. The Raya Pasi mountain located in the Singkawang regency is also interesting to visit to see the Rafflesia or the Giant Flower. Singkawang is also a nature reserve. The forest of Sanggau is worth a visit where hot springs, lakes and caves can be found.
B.2.5 Palangkaraya
Palangkaraya is the provincial capital of Central Kalimantan and situated in the upstream region of the Kahayan river. Nowadays, the town has become the center of government, trade and education of the province. The Regional Museum of Palangkaraya contains a collection of historical and cultural interest from all over Central Kalimantan. The Nature Reserve of Tangkiling lies 34 km north of Palangkaraya.
B.3 Lombok
Lombok has wonderful beaches, volcano and varied landscape. It is an ideal place for those looking for a private holiday. Let’s read the following sections.
B.3.1 Gili Islands
These small coral-fringed islands are famous for their white sandy beaches and are an ideal place for those interested in sun and sand. The place also offers wonderful opportunities for snorkelling. The absence of automobiles and hawkers add to the pleasure.
B.3.2 Kuta
Kuta is an upcoming beach resort of Lombok. The place offers quiet and laidback atmosphere to the tourists.
B.3.3 Museum Negeri Nusa Tenggara Barat
This modern museum has exhibits on the geology, history and culture of Lombok and Sumbawa, and is worth visiting. If you intend to buy any antiques or handicrafts, have a look at the daggers, silver or gold-threaded cloth, basket ware and masks.
B.3.4 Pura Lingsar
Located 6 km east of Mataram-the capital of Lombok-this large temple complex, built in 1714, is the holiest place on Lombok. The temple combines the Balinese Hindu and Wektu Telu religions in one complex. The Hindu temple in the northern section is higher than the Wektu Telu temple in the southern section. It's an especially fascinating place for those interested in Wektu Telu,Lombok's indigenous religion.
B.3.5 Taman Narmada
Laid out as a miniaturereplica of the summit of Gunung Rinjani and its crater lake, Taman Narmada derives its name from the sacred Indian river, Narmada. Its temple, Pura Kalasa, is still used and the Balinese Pujawali celebration is held here annually.
B.3.6 Rinjani
Rinjani, the highest mountain in Lombok at 3,726m, is an active volcano. The volcano is a popular destination for hikers and treks to the caldera are common. The hot springs located on the northeastern side of the caldera are thought to have amazing healing powers.
B.3.7 Senggigi
Senggigi is the most developed tourist spot on Lombok. It has beautiful beaches and good snorkelling facilities.
B.4 Sulawesi Island
Sulawesi is shaped like a tropical orchid. It is Indonesia's third-largest island with an area of 172,000 square km.
B.4.1 Manado
It is the capital of North Sulawesi. Manado offers a variety of terrain with hills, volcanic mountains and scenic plateaus.
B.4.2 Bunaken Sea Garden
The world famous Bunaken Marine National Park, with area 75.26 hectares, is located very close to Manado and comprises of 5 islands: Bunaken, Manado Tua, Siladen, Mantehage and Nain. The superb diving and snorkelling sites put the Marine Park.
B.4.3 Manado Tua Island
This Island is the main island of the group. There is a hiking path to the top which takes several hours to climb, and offers a spectacular view of all the islands of Manado Bay. The place offers excellent opportunities for diving and snorkelling.
B.4.4 Kendari
Capital of Southeast Sulawesi. It is the seat of government and tourist center of the province. It lies along the sloping hill and seaside of Kendari Bay.
B.4.5 Moramo Waterfall
The fall is unique in itself. It traverses a 2 km plateau, with 127 separate terraced plumes, with the top of the waterfall some 100 meters above its basin pool. The falls have seven main terraces, each with its own natural
bathing pool.
B.4.6 Moramo Bay
This clean, pollution-free bay is only one and one half hours by car or speedboat from Kendari.The white sand beaches of Moramo Bay are host to all sorts of water activities and sports.
B.5 Sumatra
Sumatra is a complete tourist destination-sunny beaches, rich flora and fauna, large rivers and great history. Sumatra has the richest wildlife in Indonesia and hence it is known as "Africa of Asia".
B.5.1 Medan
Medan is the capital of Sumatra and an ideal gateway for those wanting to explore this island.The architecture of the city shows strong Dutch influence. Some of the better-known attractions in the city are Istana Maimoon, Masjid Raya, building of Bank Indonesia, and High Court, Bukit Barisan Military Museum, and the Museum of North Sumatra.
B.5.1.1 Berastagi
The beautiful town of Berastagi is located in karo highlands about 70km from Medan. The town is dominated by two volcanoes-Gunung Sinabung and Gunung Sibayak. There are plenty of trekking and wildlife options in Berastagi. The town is famous for its fruits, vegetables and flowers.
B.5.1.2 Lake Toba
Situated at a height of around 1000 metres above the sea level, this picturesque lake is located at a distance of 175 km from Medan. The lake surrounds the densely populated island of Samosir and its cool upside countryside is covered with tobacco,rubber,and palm oil plantations.
B.5.1.3 Danau Ranau
The beautiful mountain lake of Danau Ranau is in the Bukit Barisan Mountains of southern Sumatra. It is one of the least spoiled of Sumatra's mountain lakes, and offers cool and quiet atmosphere.
B.5.2 Aceh
Aceh is located in north Sumatra. It is strikingly beautiful but not very popular among visitors as itis infested with insurgency. Islam is the predominant religion in the country and people represent different ethnicity like Chinese, Indonesian, Tamil, and Arab. Some of the popular destinations here include extension of Gunung Leuser National Park, beaches, Orang-utan rehabilitation centre (one of the largest wildlife rehabilitation centres in the world).
B.5.3 Yogyakarta
Yogyakarta is known as Jogja Never Ending Asia or student city. It is also very rich with historical sites and places thick with culture.
B.5.3.1 Kraton Yogyakarta
Hadiningrat Ngayogyakarta Keraton or Kraton Yogyakarta is known in general by society as oneof the royal palace buildings archipelago. Sultan Palace is the official palace of Yogyakarta Sultanate until 1950 when the State government of the Republic of Indonesia made the Sultanate of Yogyakarta (together Pakualaman) as a special autonomous region under the name of the provincial level in Yogyakarta Special Region.
B.5.3.2 Fortress Vredeburg (Benteng Vredeburg)
Vredeburg predictably stood closely linked birth Sultanate of Yogyakarta. Giyanti Agreement February 13, 1755 which successfully completed the feud between susuhunan Pakubuwono III to Prince Mangkubumi (Sri Sultan Hamengkubuwono I) was a Dutch political outcome that always wants to interfere in domestic affairs of Javanese kings at that time.
B.5.3.3 Monumen Serangan Umum 1 Maret
This monument is a fortress complex with Vredeburg. This monument was built to commemorate the Indonesian military attacks against the Netherlands, on March 1, 1949. The attack was carried out to prove to the world that Indonesia still has the strength to fight the Dutch. When it attacks the Indonesian
National Army (TNI) was led by Lieutenant Colonel Suharto, commander of Brigade 10 Wehrkreise region III, which of course after obtaining approval from Sri Sultan Hamengkubuwono IX as Head of the Special Region of Yogyakarta.
B.5.3.4 Tugu Yogyakarta
Tugu Yogyakarta is an obelisk or tower, which is often used as a symbol of the city of Yogyakarta. This monument was built by Hamengkubuwono I, founder of the Yogyakarta palace. The monument is located at the intersection of Jl Jenderal Sudirman and Jl. This Mangkubumi Prince, has a symbolic value and is a magical line that connects the southern ocean, and Mount Merapi Yogyakarta palace. At the time of meditation, it is said the Sultan of Yogyakarta at the time to use this monument as a benchmark the direction facing the top of Mount Merapi.
B.5.3.5 Taman Budaya (Cultural Park )
Taman Budaya Yogyakarta, originally built in the area Bulaksumur on March 11, 1977 as a Cultural Development Center complex in Yogyakarta Special Region. Inauguration of the development of cultural arts complex was conducted by Sri Sultan Hamengku Buwana IX as a Vice President at that time.
Taman Budaya Yogyakarta originally referred to as Full Cultural created as facilities and infrastructure to foster, nurture, and develop the culture, especially in Yogyakarta Special Region. Full Cultural buildings constructed with two concepts, namely Purse Wurya and Langembara. Purse Wurya arts center with a variety of facilities such as a stage art, dance studio, library, discussion rooms, and administration.
B.5.3.6
Borobudur Temple It is located 40 km (25 miles) of Yogyakarta. Borobudur is the one of the most Buddhist temple in the world. Borobudur is one of 7 wonders in the world. Today, it is the most famous tourist attractions in Indonesia.
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