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Nusa Barung: Limestone Island with Spectacular Cliffs Rising


Nusa Barung is a limestone island with spectacular cliffs rising to 325m and some coastal mangrove swamps. The island is about six km from north to south, and 16 km from east to west. Most of the island is hilly; there are several deeply indented bays on the northeast coast which provide sheltered anchorages for visiting fishermen. Because of its limestone substrate, the island is almost completely dry with no rivers and only a few natural ponds where animals may find standing water. Location 8°26′-8°30′S, 113°17′-113°26′E; 5 km off the southeast coast of Java, 45 km southwest of Jember, Jember District, East Java.

Area: 6,100 ha.
Altitude: Sea level to 325m.
Biogeographical Province: 4.22.12.
Wetland type: 03 & 07.

Climatic conditions:
Rather dry tropical climate with an average annual rainfall of 1,600 mm. There is only a short rainy season, and the southern shores are often exposed to strong winds. Average temperatures range from 20-32°C.

Principal vegetation:
Mangrove swamps with Rhizophora sp, Avicennia sp, Sonneratia alba, Lumnitzera sp and lylocarpus sp. Swamp vegetation around the small ponds includes Alsionia spanthulatus, Vatica walichii, Pleiornjum sp and Dillenja sp. The coastal scrub is dominated by Barringtonia sp, Terminalia catappa, Calophyllum inophyllum and Sterculia foetida, and the I lowland forest by Vitex pubescens, Ficus amplas and Tamarindus sp. The northeastern side of the island is covered with Supatorium sp and alang-alang. Botanically, the island is rather poor with Sterculia foetida and other drought resistant species predominating.

Disturbances and threats: The hunting of sea-turtles and collection of their eggs for humu Consumption.

Fauna: Little information is available. Waterbirds known to occur on the island include SuJa leucogaster, Bubulcus ibis, Egretta sacra, E. alba, Esacus magnirostrjs and the kingfishers Pelargopsis capensis and Halcyon chioris. Mammals include Ratufa bicolor, Cervus sp, Macaca sp, Callosciurus notatus, Viverricula malaccensis and Sus sp. Reptiles include the Green Sea Turtle Chelonja mydas, which nests on the beaches, and also Varanus sp, Mabouya sp, Python molurus and P. reliculatus.

Source:
Agustinus W. Taufik (www.arcbc.org.ph)

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Selorejo Reservoir as Recreational Park in Malang


Selorejo Recreational Park is a reservoir in District of Malang East Java region, which is operated by Perum Jasa Tirta I. The beauty of its reservoir surrounded by hills and Anjasmoro Mountain, Kelud Mountain, and Kawi Mountain adds the freshness of its air that could be felt. FRESH temperature ± 22° Celcius makes people comfortable to stay there. For any of you fans of durian, Ngantang is the place of durian warehouse at particular moons. Fruit durian is famous for its specific taste.

SUSPENSION bridge at Selorejo Recreational Park became the facility to connect between swimming pool and recreational park. For those who have hobbies such walking, the bridge is the way for jogging track along the side of the reservoir. Circling the Selorejo recreational park became a magnitude for tourists who want to enjoy the beautiful panorama of Selorejo reservoir with a small boat or motorboat.

ENJOY the spicy local foods from the café inside the recreational park that mastered in frying the Nila fish, Mujair, and Tombro fish. Probably the spice of fried Nila and Mujair grill is undefeatable by other restaurants.

YOU can enjoy the sunrise and sunshine panorama at the shadow in the water of the lake from your window at the cottage where you stay. AREA of Selorejo Recreational Park can become the arena of mountain biking for those who like challenge and heavy obstacling.

GOLF Course 9 hole located in the edge of the reservoir with fresh air gives private comfort for golf players besides playing so one can enjoy the reservoir of Selorejo Recreational Park. TENNIS court facility with three bans and executive box is completing the range of sport facilities at Selorejo Recreational Park.

BESIDE panorama of the reservoir in Selorejo Recreational Park enjoyed by visitors, the reservoir itself is a capable arena for ski and Jet Ski. SWIMMING pool facility with water from a pure and fresh spring well was supply with the comfortable for water sport. Adult swimming pool with international size is perfect for arena of a swimming contest. Beside adult swimming pool also a children swimming pool can be found.

Source : jasatirta1

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