7 The Royal Palace in Indonesia

The palace is the home of a leader of a country. Like Indonesia, which has the National Palace as the residence of the President. Besides, Indonesia there are also others such as Istana Merdeka Palace is located close to the National Palace, Bogor Palace, TapakSiring Palace, Gedung Agung Yogyakarta, and Cipanas Palace.

In Indonesia there are also relics of past royal palace. There also are still used as a royal palace. A unique form of palaces, magnificent and distinctive of each region into a tourist attraction for local and foreign. any name of the palace, and where were the palaces that ?. The following seven famous Royal Palace in Indonesia.

1. Maimun Palace

This palace stands with dominant golden yellow color is in the center of the city of Medan. Formerly one of the rectangular gold Deli Sultanate together with the mosque Raya and Taman Sri Deli which still exists today.

A visit to this magnificent palace, you will be amazed with the architecture dominated by shades mix. This magnificent palace was designed by an Italian architect and built in 1888 on the initiative of the Sultan of Deli, Ma'mun Al Rashid Perkasa Alam. But there is another version that says that the architect of this palace is a Dutchman named Kapitan T.H. van Erp.

Maimun Palace area of ​​2,772 m2 and has 30 rooms and a unique interior design, which combines elements of Malay cultural heritage, in the style of Islam, Spain, India and the Netherlands. Not complete it if you do not have time to Medan to set foot to this magnificent palace. Until now, this palace is still maintained in terms of exterior and interior.

2. Basa Palace

Istana means palace large base or noble. The building of this palace was very impressed with the typical Minang culture. The palace is located in the district of Tanjung Emas, city Batusangkar, Tanah Datar, West Sumatra.

The Royal Family Minangkabau make Basa Palace as a residence and as well as a Minangkabau Kingdom Centre at the time. Minangkabau kingdom led by a king who holds "Rajo Alam" or "King of Kings kingdom of Minangkabau. The royal palace of this nature continue to explore some of the modifications which the first palaces were in Puncak Bukit Batu Patah (hill which is behind the palace building now) then moved to this aspect of Tanjung Bungo Pagaruyung and last in Gudam.

3. Kuto Lamo Palace

The palace of the last king of the land of Sumatra is the palace Kuto Lamo. The palace was built by Sri Paduka Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin. The palace was used by the Sultan of Palembang Darussalam before the building of the Palace of Anyar in Benteng Kuto Besak / Kuto Anyar. Furthermore, this Kecik Kuto dismantled by the Dutch and is built into the House of Dutch resident.

The location is now the Palace Museum Lamo used as Badruddin Sultan Mahmud II and the Struggle Monument (MONPERA) South Sumatra in the Physical Revolution Battle of Five Days Five Nights (from January 1 to January 5, 1947). Location The palace is located in between the Ampera Bridge and the Benteng Kuto Besak Anyar, Palembang.

4. Kasepuhan Palace

This palace is the keraton of the Sultanate of Cirebon. Cirebon Sultanate is the most famous Islamic sultanate in West Java. The headquarters is in the Palace Kasepuhan. Because it lies between Central Java and West Java, Cirebon Sultanate became a unifying between Javanese and Sundanese culture.

This palace shape magnificent and spacious with the front page of this palace is surrounded by red brick walls. The inside of this palace consists of a main building which is white. The function of this palace is now a museum containing heirlooms and paintings of the royal collection.

If you are interested to know the history of Islam further in Cirebon, you can visit the palace Kasepuhan. Grandest and most well preserved palace in Cirebon is still keeping its history, seen from the red brick walls and pavilion. Inside the palace there is also a Train Singa Barong is the carriage of Sunan Gunung Jati.

5. Ngayogyakarta Palace

Ngayogyakarta Palace, or commonly called Sultan Palace is a palace of Islamic Mataram kingdom. Keraton Yogyakarta area is very broad, encompassing Square and Grand Mosque. Keraton Yogyakarta Sultan led by hereditary, it is still highly respected by the people of Yogyakarta today. The palace stands in 1755, before joining to the Homeland in 1950. Sultan Palace plays an important role in the spread of Islam, especially in Yogyakarta.

6. Keraton Surakarta Sultanate

Kraton Surakarta Sultanate, also called Surakarta. This palace belongs to the kingdom of Surakarta. Previous territory of the Kingdom of Surakarta are property of Ngayogyakarta. After Giyanti Agreement in 1755, it stood Surakarta palace and the palace became official. While it does not have such a strong influence in Solo ancient times, the palace is still running tradition until today.

Same with Keraton Yogyakarta, Surakarta is also the Islamic kingdom. The main building consists of a mosque on the porch and the parent. Keraton Surakarta himself busy during the ceremony Garebeg, Sekaten, and night first Suro. Visitors can also get into Keraton Surakarta to see history in person.

7. Malige Palace

Building Palace of the Sultan of Buton (called Kamali or Malige) is very unique. The building was constructed without straps and nails, but standing strong and majestic above password into a fundamental point. Buton custom house is a building on stilts, and entirely of wood. The building consists of four levels or four floors.

The first floor room is more spacious than the second floor. While the fourth floor is greater than the third floor, so getting to the top and a small or cramped office, but on the fourth floor a little more broad. The pillars of the front consists of 5 pieces lined up to back up eight runs, up to the total number is 40 poles.

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7 Best Spot Surfing in Indonesia

Indonesia is known as a country surrounded by oceans. This being the surfers both Beginners and professionals to come to Indonesia. there are plenty of choices of places beselancar in Indonesia ranging from small waves, the waves were and even waves as high as 6 meters can be enjoyed in Indonesia.

For the info we summarized 7 of the best surfing places in Indonesia, you might be interested to visit someday to test your adrenaline, following the information.

1. Seven Waves Beach, Sukabumi, West Java

For those of you who like to try out malignancy bersurfing hefty Seven Waves can get the adrenaline be rising. Place who entered the Indonesian Ocean waves on the beach makes it very robust. Usually the surfers from around the world just love the state of high waves, elongated and broke on the shore. All these criteria can be found in the Seven Waves. Seven Waves own name is said to come from the surf this beach that he always seven in each successive one another. In addition to enjoying the surf or try surfing yourself to feel the sensation of rolling waves and totaled seven, here can also do other activities such as fishing, take pictures, or just relax.

2. Uluwatu, Bali

Wave heights in Uluwatu beach reaches a height of about 5 to 8 meters and is well known among surfers with short wave and strong endless. Therefore, Uluwatu Beach is only used for professional surfers. The uniqueness of the unique waves at Uluwatu makes Uluwatu ranks 3rd best surf spots in the world by CNN Travel.

3. Nias Island, North Sumatra

Among the international surfers, Nias Island is known to have waves so fantastic. Waves waves roll up perfectly with their height 2-15 feet. Nias island famous among surfers the world because it has two of the best surf spots of the world called "The Point" and "Indicator". Both have incredible waves throughout the year. The island also has a lot of coral, but does not interrupt surfing. The most famous surfing spots on the island is Sorake and Lagundri.

4. Attractions Bono, Riau

One of the best preserved in Indonesia is a tourist attraction bono Riau, attractions bono Riau is located in the bay meranti, district Pelalawan Riau, bono now to be excellent foreign tourists who want to surf with a different taste, if many surfers usually surf at the beach, then in bono you'll surf on the river.

Many do not believe if the river had big waves, but the Kampar river in Pelalawan meranti bay will make you wonder, its waves known as 7 hantu (seven ghost) has waves as high as 4-6 meters, the length of the waves reached approximately 60 KM with a speed of waves 40 KM / h.

And many surfers who have felt surf bono bono is said that the best surfing spots in the world because it has big waves and long, which lets you surf the waves ber-hour clock. You want to prove?

5. Lakey Beach, West Nusa Tenggara

Best surfing spots in Indonesia then there lakey beach in West Nusa Tenggara, this beach is not so known to the world because it is new. However, with all the potential waves and natural beauty lakey beaches as the best surf spots.

Not only the waves on the beach lakey stable unlike other waves on the beach only comes once a year, and for those of you who want challenging waves ntb lakey beach could be a solution for you.

6. Mentawai Islands, West Sumatra

Mentawai Islands, located off the coast of Padang in West Sumatra province has 400 known surf spots with different difficulty levels. 49 point of which is a favorite among foreign surfers, one of which is a surf spot located on the island of Sipora, Mentawai Islands. Sipora island are included in the list of 20 best surf spots in the world according to CNN Travel was reduced to rubble by the tsunami in 2010. But thanks to the help of a number of people in this country and internationally (and SurfAid International is one of them) is now the island of Sipora rise and reaffirming its position as the location worth visiting surfers.

7. Beach Plengkung, East Java

Plengkung beach is located 20 kilometers from the village Grajagan and included as part of the National Park Alas Purwo Banyuwangi, East Java. The beach is also known among surfers as G-Land has a wave with a height of 6 to 8 meters along the 2 kilometer. Waves on the beach Plengkung also has 7 rolls at intervals of about 5 minutes as a result of seawater pressure from the South Pole. No wonder if the waves on the beach is touted as the second best waves after Hawaii. One proof of his fame is in this beach surfing competition ever held international level, known as "G-Land Banyuwangi International Team Challenge". The competition was attended by 12 teams of surfers from eight countries, namely Australia, France, America, Britain, New Zealand, and Indonesia.

Well that's 7 best surfing spots in Indonesia, what do you think? keen to try surfing in Indonesia?

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7 Best Lake in Indonesia

Indonesia has a lot of lakes. Lake itself has an important role for humans. For example, as fish breeding, water resources are also the usefulness of the lake is a tourist spot. Here are some of the most beautiful lakes in Indonesia.

1. Lake Segara Anak

 

Segara Anak Lake is a crater lake of Mount Rinjani. The lake is located in the village of Lawang Sembalun, Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara. Segara Anak itself means children of the sea. This name was given because the lake water's looking blue, reminding us of the blue water. Interestingly, in the middle of this lake there is a mountain called Mount Baru Jari. In the vicinity of Lake Segara Anak there are also several hot springs. Local people believe that the source of hot water can cure various diseases. The tourists can dip their toes in the hot springs is to eliminate fatigue after traveling heavy enough to reach Lake Segara Anak. In addition, tourists can also stay around Lake Segara Anak.

2. Ranu Kumbolo

Lake Ranu Kumbolo is a mountain located in the Tengger Mountains, at the foot of Mount Semeru, Lumajang, East Java. The lake is situated at an altitude of 2,400 meters above sea level and a source of clean water for the climbers of Mount Semeru campers. What an incredible view of the lake when the water is clear reflecting morning sun rises on the sidelines of green hills. In the afternoon, usually white fog will envelop the region. To preserve the lake Ranu Kumbolo this, visitors are prohibited to swim in the lake, shower with soap, shampoo, or other chemicals, are also banned from defecating or small lake or littering.

3. Lake Sentani

Another of the most beautiful lake in Indonesia, located in Papua. Lake Sentani is located on the slopes of the mountains Cycloops nature reserve, at an altitude of 75 meters above sea level. The distance is about 50 km from Jayapura. Sentani means "here we live in peace". Lake Sentani is the largest lake in Papua. Lake Sentani is decorated with 21 small islands. Sentani Lake area also has a diversity of marine life and animals endemic to Papua. One of them is a shark or sharks sentani saws, catfish lake sentani, and red rainbow fish. Some tourist activity you can do at Lake Sentani is swimming, boat ride, diving, fishing, and water skiing. Each year in the lake is also held Lake Sentani Festival is usually held in mid-year. Lake Sentani Festival is colored by traditional dances on a boat, Papua war dance, ceremonies, and the typical culinary Papua.

4. Labuan Mirror

Mirror Lake in the village of Labuan Labuan Netting, Sub-dipper Dipper, Berau district, East Kalimantan. Mirror Lake Labuan has a very clear water with shades of dark blue, light blue, white and green. Once the crystal clear water of Lake Labuan Cermin so that we can see the rocks at the bottom of the lake. Though Mirror Lake Labuan has a depth of more than 3 meters. Incredible, is not it? Lake Labuan This mirror has a mix of freshwater and saltwater. Surface water is rather salty as the water at the bottom bargain. Labuan Mirror Lake, you can swim, snorkel or dive.

5. Lake Toba

Not only as one of the loveliest, was Lake Toba is the largest lake in Indonesia, even the biggest in Southeast Asia. The lake is located in North Sumatra has a length of 100 km, a width of 30 km and a depth of 450 meters. In the middle of the lake, there is Samosir Island which covers almost coincides with the state of Singapore. It is estimated that Lake Toba was formed by the eruption of a super volcano some 75,000 years ago. At Lake Toba, you can enjoy the expanse of clear water, views of the mountains are beautiful, and also a cool air.

6. Lake Singkarak

Lake Batur is the second largest lake after Lake Toba. The lake is located in Solok, West Sumatra. The lake has an area of ​​107.8 m2 and is located at an altitude of 36.5 meters above sea level is located between two districts, District of Solok and Tanah Datar. That said, the lake is the headwaters of the Ombilin River was once a vast ocean. Besides well-known for its beauty, Lake Batur is also famous for its fish Bilih. Bilih fish are fish species that is only found in Lake Batur. Even these fish can not live anywhere else but at Lake Batur. You can enjoy the beauty of Lake Batur by riding a boat, motor boat, rickshaw or lake. In Lake Batur is also often held rowing race.

That's 10 most beautiful lake in Indonesia. Of course there are other lakes are also wonderful in our beloved country. Let us also preserve the beauty of the lakes and by not contaminate or pollute

7.Lake Maninjau

Maninjau Lake is a volcanic lake situated in the district of Tanjung Raya, Agam, West Sumatra, approximately 140 km north of the city of Padang. The lake has an area of ​​approximately 99.5 km2 with a maximum depth of 495 meters. Maninjau lake is the water source for Sungai Batang Sri Antokan. According to local legend, the lake basin was formed by the eruption of Mount Sitinjau. Lake Maninjau is also often associated with folklore Bujang Sembilan. In addition to the cool weather, Lake Maninjau is also surrounded by rows of hills were very beautiful. The atmosphere around the lake Maninjau is suffused silence will give serenity and peace for those who visit here. To reach the lake Maninjau, you must pass through the road to decline winding. Total kelokannya there are 44 bends so named winding 44 or serpentine Ampek Twenty Ampek according Minang language.

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7 Beautiful Mountain Most Active in Indonesia

Indonesia is a country that has a lot of mountains. Some mountain passive status, there is also another active. History records, the eruption of Mount Tambora and Krakatoa, located in Indonesia, very terrible. its impact is the change in weather and climate around the world.Here are several active volcanoes in Indonesia.

1. Mount Merapi

Mountain with a summit elevation of 2,968 m above sea level and is one of the most active volcanoes in Indonesia. located in Sleman, Yogyakarta. The rest are in the region of Central Java province. According to government records, the eruption of Mount Merapi experienced every two to five years.

2. Mount Kelud

Is a volcano located on the border between Kediri, Blitar and Malang, East Java Province. The altitude reaches 1,731 meters above sea level. Just as Mount Merapi, Kelud is one of the most active volcanoes in Indonesia. Recorded since the year 1000 AD, Kelud has erupted more than 30 times, with the biggest eruption of magnitude 5 Volcanic explosivity index (VEI), and the last eruption of Mount Kelud occurred in 2014.

3. Mount Sinabung

A volcano located in the Highlands Karo, Karo District, of North Sumatra, Indonesia. This mountain altitude reaches 2,451 meters. Recorded early this mountain active again with erupted in 2010. The mountain's last eruption occurred since September 2013 and lasted until now.

4. Mount Bromo

Situated in the area attractions Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park, East Java Province. Is an active volcano in East Java with a height of 2,329 meters above sea level. Mount Bromo beautiful scenery with sightings of valleys and canyons with the caldera or the ocean of sand covering approximately 10 square kilometers. Until now Mount Bromo still volcanic fumes.

5. Mount Kerinci

Is the highest mountain in Sumatra, the highest volcano in Indonesia with a peak at an altitude of 3805 meters above sea level. The mountain is located in the province of Jambi, in the Bukit Barisan Mountains and including the Kerinci Seblat National Park in which there is a natural habitat of Sumatran tigers and Sumatran rhinoceros. Kerinci crater, filled with water is green with an area of ​​400 x 120 meters.

6. Gurung Karangetang

Api Siau also called mountain and is located in the northern part of North Sulawesi, in Sitaro Islands Regency. Having two different peak height. South Peak 1,827 meters above sea level and 1,784 meters above sea level north peak. The mountain is an active volcano is noted erupted more than 40 times since 1675.

7. Mount Semeru

This mountain is one of a fairly active volcano and the highest in Java and had experienced eruption in 2012. Until now, the eruption of Mount Semeru is not to result in severe damage, but local residents are asked to be aware of lava rain, or the flow of material from the top mountain drops carried by the flow of rain. In addition, Mount Semeru also emit toxic fumes that could jeopardize the safety of climbers.

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7 Tourist Island in Indonesia

1. Raja Ampat, West Papua

Raja Ampat is a district with an area of ​​more than 4.5 million hectares, and is located west of the Bird's Head of West Papua. 85% of the district is the ocean. the rest are islands of more than 600 islands. Of the 600 islands, there are four large islands of Misool Island, Island Waigeo, Batanta Island and Salawati Island. In addition to four of the island, only 35 islands in the Raja Ampat Islands are inhabited, the rest are no human settlements. Only about 400 islands in the Raja Ampat Islands-already explored, the rest is still not touched by humans at all.

Raja Ampat Islands population mostly fishermen. They live in a small village which is separated from other villages because of the different islands. Island communities are people who are friendly and kind. They want to receive guests from the outside with a cheerful heart. Raja Ampat Islands resident partly embraced Christianity, and some converted to Islam, but they remain in harmony despite different beliefs. My advice, take sweets and betel nut to be given to them because they consider the good is a sign of peace.

The name comes from the Raja Ampat local stories. According to the story, there was a woman who found seven pieces of eggs. The eggs then hatch, 4 of which hatches into a prince, while three other eggs hatch into a woman, a stone, and ghosts. 4 The prince later became kings in their respective islands, namely Pulau Misool, Waigeo Island, Batanta Island and Salawati Island and finally called as Raja Ampat.

2. Bangka Belitung Island

Bangka Belitung be interesting to visit because of a movie that takes place in the background of the area. The film is "Laskar Pelangi" that not only show the authenticity of the people in the Bangka Belitung island, but also displays captivating natural beauty of the islands. With the rise of the film in the cinema screen, Bangka Belitung become one of the island which is visited by many tourists. And of course many tourist agencies that offer package holidays on the island "Laskar Pelangi".

the tour will visit the East Belitung. Including Burung Mandi beach, Vihara goddess Kwan In town to Manggar, Nyiur Melambai beach, Serdang beach, Andrea Hirata museums and Primary School “Laskar Pelangi”. Tourists will also visit some of the island including Batu Belayar island, Burung island, Kepayang island, Pasir island, Lengkuas island, and visit the Tanjung Tinggi beach. Custom home visit Bangka Belitung, lakes Kaolin and concluded by finding typical souvenirs Belitung.

3. Kepulauan Seribu, Jakarta

Kepulauan Seribu Marine National Park  or more commonly known as "Kepulauan Seribu" is a cluster of islands in the bay of Jakarta which stretches approximately 100 miles with an area of ​​108,000 hectares or reached eleven times the land area of ​​Jakarta. Marine national park, located 45 km north of the city of Jakarta was a nature conservation area marine conservation zone which maintained the beauty and cleanliness. This area is increasingly popular as one of the favorite tourist destination for marine tourism.

The number of islands in the region but in fact it is not a thousand of approximately 342 islands and is ideal for the tourist attractions there are 20 islands 45 island public travel and special tours. 6 islands in this area has been used as a tourist destination with adequate infrastructure, namely: Ayer Island, Bidadari Island, Kotok Island, Putri Island, Pantara Island, and Sepa Island.

The islands in the Kepulauan Seribu Marine National Park, mostly uninhabited and form coral sand island with vegetation or not. Of all the islands in this region is estimated there are 17 islands have been submerged due to natural abrasion.

Generally, those who come to the Kepulauan Seribu Marine National Park to enjoy the beauty of nature by snorkeling or diving. Tidung become the island's most complete amenities and is able to accommodate tourists in large numbers. If you want to visit the island, the natural shades Scout Island suitable for eco-tourism and education tourism. Some of the other islands, namely: Ayer Island, Bidadari Island, Sepa Island, Putri Island, Alam Kotok Island, Pelangi Island, Pari Island, and Pantara Island. Most beaches in the Kepulauan Seribu Marine National Park is protected mangrove.

4. Komodo Island, Nusa Tenggara Barat

Komodo Island is located in Nusa Tenggara islands. The island is included in the Komodo National Park along the island of Rinca, Padar Island, Mota and many other smaller islands. Administratively, the island is located in the District of Komodo, West Manggarai regency, and directly adjacent to the West Nusa Tenggara province.

This island is the habitat for native animals dragons, giant carnivorous lizard. On the island there are more than 2,000 Komodo dragons live in the wild. You can see the Komodo dragon is chasing prey in many locations in this place. It's important to shop around together a guide for safety reasons for being here.

In 1986, UNESCO set Komodo Island and other islands in the Komodo National Park as a world heritage site because of the existence of dragons that can only be found in this region. The habitat of the endangered animals are outdoors with grassland, white sandy beaches and tropical rainforests.

Komodo Island won the award for the New Seven Wonders of Nature is a tribute to the seven best natural attractions in the world. Determining the winner is obtained from the results of voting and research experts, Komodo Island won the highest vote along with six other tourist attractions are the Iguazu Falls, the Amazon Rainforest, Puerto Princesa Underground River, Halong Bay, Jeju Island and Table Mountain.

Komodo Island is not only offer the natural beauty of the land only. The underwater world in this island is equally beautiful. There are about 386 types of coral, 70 species of sponges, seaweeds as a home to thousands of species of fish, green turtles, whales, sharks, dolphins and others.

The underwater world of Komodo Island and the Komodo National Park known as one of the best dive locations in the world. When diving or snorkeling here, you can see the beauty of marine life that is very rich and diverse.

5. Karimun Island, Jepara

Publications is a district in Jepara, Central Java, an archipelago in the middle of the Java Sea. Located about 83 KM north of the city of Jepara, Karimun Islands consists of 27 islands, only five inhabited islands. The main tourist potential of Karimun Islands is the beauty of the sea. Because the tourism potential of the marine park, archipelago was designated as one of Indonesia's national parks in 2001.

According to local stories, the origin of the name is from the story Publications Amir Shaykh Hasan, son of Sunan Muria naughty and a disciple of Sunan Kudus. He was banished to the island which, when viewed from a distance called kerimun-kerimun in the Java language or meaning vague in Indonesian. Over time, the islands nicknamed as Karimun Islands.

Sights that has been designated as a national marine park Indonesia have over 90 types of coral reefs, and more than 240 species of fish. In some islands, you can see the mangroves and coastal forests. In addition you can also find several species on the mainland, such as deer, monkeys, birds, turtles, and others.

Sea lanes is the most common paths used by tourists to visit the Karimun Islands. There are 3 options ships that can take you to these places, namely Kartini fast motor boats, nautical vessel Expres and passenger motor ship Muria. When using a fast motor boat Kartini, you will travel approximately 4 hours from the Port of Kartini. When using Expres Maritime ship, you will travel approximately 2 hours from Port Kartini. Kartini boat you will reach the port of Karimun in less than 6 hours. Keep in mind that the weather conditions and the waves are very influential on the cruise, so it could just cruise delayed or canceled if weather is bad.

In addition to using a ship, you can also use the aircraft. The use of aircraft to service Kemujan Dewandaru Island, Karimunjawa is less well known perhaps because the price is more expensive than by ship. You can use the plane from airline Merpati Airlines, Sky Aviation, and Wings of water from Ahmad Yani Airport in Semarang. The origin of the name is quite interesting Dewandaru service, which is derived from the name of a tree that exists only in Karimun Islands. According to local stories, when you pick up and bring home wood Dewandaru, then you are riding the ship will sink.

6. Derawan Island

Derawan Island is the perfect tropical paradise. Sunlight warm chime with views of the white sand beaches, swaying coconut trees and crystal clear sea that changes color from green to cobalt blue. Underwater life here is exceptional, you will find giant turtles, dolphins, manta rays, dugongs, barracuda, and stingless jellyfish. Shark Derawan here is one of precious biodiversity. With a wealth of underwater it is not surprising that later Derawan known as one of the best dive destinations in the world.

Located not far from the mainland Berau regency in East Kalimantan, Derawan archipelago consists of 31 islands and the most famous of which is the island Derawan, Maratua, Charitable, and Kakaban. Here nesting endangered green turtles and hawksbill turtles. You can watch every day turtles lay their eggs in the sand or swim to sea along with turtles. The whole area of ​​marine conservation is the extent of not less than 1.27 million hectares.

You can find at least 460 species of corals and is the second largest after the Raja Ampat in West Papua. At least Derawan found more than 870 species of fish ranging from pygmy seahorses to giant manta rays. Within a few days, a group of manta rays have large amounts of up to 50 animals you can see are eating together in the waters of Derawan.

In Kakaban, you can find jellyfish lake's largest and most diverse in the world, including four unique species of stingless jellyfish that can swim upside down. This is the reason why Kakaban is considered to be nominated for UNESCO World Heritage Site.

7. Kadidiri Island, Central Sulawesi

Kadidiri Island is located in the National Park Togean Islands, located in the Gulf of Tomini, Central Sulawesi. The location of the island is very far from the big city. You need a travel time of about 3-6 hours journey by ship from Ampana City, followed by a trip of about 30 minutes from Wakai to Kadidiri Island.

To reach the island Kadidiri, you have to travel by boat through the route from the pier in Ampana, capital Tojo Una-Una towards Wakai Island - Bomba - Kadidiri. The rates you have to pay between 30000-50000 amount each person takes about 5-6 hours.

Or from the pier in Ampana, you can also ride the ferry with the aim of Gorontalo, then transit on the island Wakai. Travel time from Gorontalo to Wakai Island about eight hours. Arriving on the island Wakai, you can rent a boat or speedboat to reach the island Kadidiri, this trip takes one hour. Unfortunately, these ferries will operate on Wednesdays only. For those of you who do flights to Makassar, and the city Ampana can be reached about 14 hours by land. After that, a trip to the island Kadidiri about 30 minutes by speedboat

Kadidiri island is rich in marine life, making it a suitable destination for lovers of water activities. Besides Bunaken, this island is the right location to enjoy the beauty of marine life in Sulawesi. Some of the activities you can do here include sailing, diving, snorkeling, fishing, trekking tropical forests, and sunbathing on the beach.

Because of this unspoiled island, you can even enjoy the coral reefs here with the naked eye, without having snorkeling or diving, you can simply walk as far as five meters from the seaside to enjoy the underwater beauty of the naked eye. The sea water here is crystal clear with soft white sand. In addition to a coral reef, you can also see a variety of colors chasing each other fish, turtles, sharks, and other marine life.

To get the best spots to snorkel or diving, you can rent a speedboat that will take you to find the best spots to enjoy the marine life. The speedboat rental prices range between 300,000 to 500,000 rupiah per day. If you want to get a cheaper price, you can try sharing with other travelers.

One of the diving spot you must visit is the wreckage B 24, which is a former World War II aircraft. To find this spot, you can drive with the speedboat as far as 16 km to the northeast of the island Kadidiri. Wreckage is home to a variety of coral reefs decades old. Will definitely be a memorable experience for you roam this historic wreckage.

For those of you who want to do fishing, you can ask for a guide to accompany you to your fishing location, in the area Kundurang. Kundurang was a site known as the best sea trout fishing spots on the island. While fishing, you can enjoy a wonderful view of the rocks in the clear, distant sea. The spot is also famous for its beautiful shades of sea water lure.

As for you who prefer green landscape of forests, could walk exploring the tropical forest on the island. Trekking in tropical forests Kadidiri would be fun, because the plants in it are very diverse.

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