Borobudur: The Biggest Buddhist Temple Visited by Millions of Tourists

Visiting millions of people every year, Borobudur Temple called UNESCO, is the grandest and largest monument and complex of stupa in the world. Based on the Karangtengah inscription, it is estimated that Borobudur was built by King Samaratungga of the Syailendra Temple and it was only completed by his daughter, Ratu Pramudawardhani, in the 9th century around 800 AD. Less known about anything else, including who is the architect of building, which is composed of 2 million blocks (55,000 m3) of andesite rock which are interlocking like a giant puzzle.…

The Beauty of Rinca Island

Nusa Tenggara Archipelago is part of Indonesia. It features many interesting islands. Rinca Island is not an exception. The location is in the west part of Flores Island. Flores and Rinca are separated by Molo Strait. So, what can tourists do in here? First, it is a famous tourist spot. UNESCO has chosen it as one of the world’s heritages. It is because Rinca is part of Komodo National Park. The other parts are Motang, Padar, and Komodo Island. Here, you can find numerous wild animals and beautiful landscapes. The…

Tangkeno Village, Bombana Tourism Icon

Bombana Regency in Southeast Sulawesi Province is currently improving its tourism potential in order to compete with other tourist destinations in the archipelago. The regency covering ??2,845.36 km2 area with Rumbia as capital city and has natural resources of mine which is being sought after by investors. Bombana also has rich cultural, nautical beauty, natural panorama and historical heritage that still neatly stored. Registered as a tourism village, Tangkeno receives district government support to maintain its natural landscape, including the springs that flow across the island. Tangkeno has long been…

The Grandiose Mount Rinjani in Lombok Tourism, Indonesia

Do you love to hiking? It wasn’t complete if you can’t conquer of Mount Rinjani. The volcano on Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara is quite popular with climbers. Mount Rinjani is located in Mount Rinjani National Park Area. It reaches 3,726 meters above sea level, and offers beautiful natural scenery. As the name suggests, it is the part of the grandiose Rinjani Mountain and becomes the home of tons of plants and trees. As for tourists, the site becomes a suitable location to conduct exploration and learn many species of tropical…

The Monument of Martha Christina Tiahahu, Remembering the Brave Girl from Maluku

The Martha Christina Tiahahu Monument is located in the Karang Panjang area, about 10 minutes from downtown Ambon. Because the location of the monument is at elevation, the tourists can watch the sparkling expanse of Ambon City glittering at night. From this place, the high seas can be seen clearly. We can see the view of Ambon City. This location is usually used as an alternative place to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, especially young people who want to enjoy the view of Ambon City. Historically, Martha Christina Tiahahu grew up…

The Enchantment of Abui Tribe of Alor, East Nusa Tenggara

The Abui (Mountain) tribe, preferring called Abui Laku, which means mountain people. They live in the corner of Alor Regency. The existence of Abui tribe with its culture is preserved by Alor Regency Government. They become the charm of cultural tourism in Alor, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), which is popular with marine tourism and dugong mammals. Takpala Village is a traditional village in Lembur Barat Village, Alor Tengah Utara District, Alor Regency, East Nusa Tenggara. The location of the village on the hill is inhabited by about 13 Abui family…

An Exotic Uninhabited Kenawa Island in Sumbawa

For the next holiday, tourists must consider exploring Sumbawa Regency. It is the home of exotic culture and beautiful nature, after all. The region even has a stunning archipelago, located in the north part of it. One of the best islands to visit, in this case, is called Kenawa. It belongs to Poto Tano Sub-District and offers a serene landscape and majestic sea scenery. That means the island is suitable to enjoy a peaceful vacation and conduct photography. Some people even take the chance to enjoy camping and snorkeling there!…

A Serene and Beautiful Limboto Lake in Gorontalo

Sulawesi Island always has something interesting for tourists. For example, in Gorontalo Province, there is the famous Limboto Lake, which is suitable for numerous activities like fishing, boat riding, photography, sightseeing, and much more! As the name suggests, the lake resides in Limboto Sub-District and has become one of the prime tourist sites in that region. The lake has some unique features, as well. For instance, it connects directly to the sea! Not to mention it becomes the habitat of numerous birds and fishes. According to the locals, the lake…

Pindul Cave in Gunung Kidul

Here is a nice tourist site that people can visit in Gunung Kidul Regency. The name is Pindul Cave and it offers both an interesting history and astonishing beauty. The cave is located in Bejiharjo Village and it belongs to Karangmojo Sub-District. Due to the popularity and easy accessibility, the cave is even well-known among outsiders and foreigners! These people want to enjoy many things on the site, including learning history, sightseeing, relaxation, tubing, caving, and photography, after all. So, what makes the cave different than others? Here is further…

Kampung Afrika in Blitar City

In Blitar City, tourists may have heard about Kampung Coklat or Chocolate Village. The good thing is other unique places are available for them to visit, including Kampung Afrika. This one is also called the Africa Village. As the name suggests, tourists can feel a similar nuance to that of the original Africa villages. This site is located in Tanggung Village and belongs to Kepanjenkidul Sub-District. It also resides in a fertile and beautiful environment. No wonder, visitors would feel comfortable during the visit. As for tourist activities, these include…