Exotic Places in Bangka Belitung

Sectors of the economy in the Pacific Islands consist of various sectors, such as agriculture, mining, trade, and tourism. Although most residents work as farmers, but there is one sector which is the mainstay of society and the government of Bangka Belitung. This sector is the tourism sector.

Bangka Belitung is one area which is potentially a very nice natural to develop tourism. Moreover Belitungnya island. There are so many places of tourism on the island of Belitung suitable for a visit while visiting there.

Some of the sights in Bangka Belitung is shaped beach, because the area has a lot of Belitung Island beach. Nonetheless, Belitung Island also has other tourist attractions besides the beach. To be sure all the tourist attractions on the island of Bangka Belitung is very beautiful, and everyone needs to know.

Island Memperak

 

Memperak Island, is one of the tourist attractions in Belitung are not yet widely known by the people and the tourists. Nevertheless, it has the charm of the island Memperak that are well known throughout the island of Belitung. Memperak Island is located in East Belitung province.

Memperak island will be presenting to you the blue water there is somewhat colored greenish so it will look very clear and clean. This will make the eyes and our mind becomes fresh again. In addition to crystal clear sea water, underwater view lait on the island is also an amazing sight. Underwater scenery on this island is very beautiful. That's why Memperak Island is known as one of the wonderful snorkeling in the Pacific Islands region.

Lengkuas Island

Next Tourist attractions is Lengkuas Island. Belitung island has also become one of the island which has a characteristic that is a lighthouse whose age is very old but still active today. This lighthouse is one of the Dutch heritage building built in 1882.
One of the charms that lured in Lengkuas Island this is where the lighthouse and the expanse of blue and crystal clear sea water, combined with the presence of granite rocks there. Scenery like this became one of the sights strongly and very charming. The presence of granite rocks indeed is the hallmark of the beaches in Bangka Belitung. Tourist attractions in Lengkuas Island has an area of ​​approximately 1 hectare.
These sights are able to regale you view many times as much beauty. The trick is to climb the Putuh lighthouse which has a height of 50 meters, you will find spectacular scenery on the island of Lengkuas Island. But for those of you who do not like to climb, or too tired if it had to climb, it does not have to reach the top lighthouse to be able to see the view outside. This is because on every floor of the lighthouse has a window facing different directions. Enchantment see the view from the top is one attraction that always invite the arrival of tourists vacationing here. Lengkuas Island is located in Sijuk, Belitung province. 

Tanjung Kelayang

 
Tourism Belitung has not separated from the beach. After we explore two islands, next comes the turn of the beach. One of the beaches into tourist attractions in Belitung is Kelayang Cape Coast. Tanjung Kelayang are located in a radius of 27 kilometers from the center Tanjungpandan.
You need to know that this Kelayang Cape Coast is one of the tourist destinations in the Pacific Islands are very popular among domestic and international tourists. In the event Sil Indonesia, hundreds of boats yachts from different countries will stop at Tanjung Keyang dantai this.
Alluring charm possessed by this beach is the very beautiful granite rocks with a formation that resembles a bird's head, and combined with the white expanse of clean white sand. In addition, the beach is a grand event often held various national and international maritime. One of them is the Sail Wakatibi- Belitong. The beach is the beach of Tanjung Kelayang Yeng is located in Sijuk, Belitung province. 

Cape Coast High (Pantai Tanjung Tinggi)

 
The beach is a popular beach in Belitung, especially once used as a filming location for the national movie "Laskar Pelangi" well-known to foreign countries. This beach can be said to be a very charming beach. This beach is also one of the beaches that are popular among connoisseurs of the trip or the traveler in addition to other beaches, the beach Parai mackerel.
Yet another beautiful beach is located in Sijuk, Belitung, and located in a radius of 30 kilometers from the city center Tanjungpandan. As another shores typical of Bangka Belitung, this beach also offers a view in the form of blue water, clean white sand, and combined with granite rocks that pitih and beautiful. In addition, various water sports rides are provided at this beach. The tourists who visit this beach usually perform a variety of activities.
Several activities are often carried by tourists are sunbathing, swimming, snorkeling, fishing, riding a jetski, to walk by using a canoe. Public facilities are also provided at this beach, such as restaurants and hotels, so if you want to visit and stay at this beach area with the family, will be very easy because many facilities are provided. 

Bukit Berahu (Berahu Hill)

 

Berahu hill is not a hill in the form of a mound of earth. Berahu hill is a mix between a restaurant and a bungalow or villa is located in the beautiful coast in the Pacific Islands.

Berahu hill is located near Cape Coast High. Bukit Berahu of this we can see a beautiful view of the beach. If we want to beach bungalow, we have to go down about 97 stairs.

The beach here is part of a beach bungalow, so the sensation private beach will we get if we were on this beach. Sensations that we will not find in other areas. 

Punai beach

 

Punai beach is a beach located in the southeast Pacific Islands. This beach is located precisely in the village of Tanjung Kelumpang. The beach is a little different than most beaches in the Pacific Islands, where granite is a granite-owned large-size large.

This beach has a granite-sized rocks into small pieces. In front of this beach there is a small island by island naman pigeon, because the first on the island pigeon with wild birds. To reach this island, we can walk away if the sea water was receding.

When going to the beach pigeon even for any beach exact items that will be taken will differ from the items to go to other tourist attractions, therefore tourists need to prepare anything that will be taken when traveling to the famous beach where this heat 

Sand Island

 

Other tourist attractions in Belitung is a sand island. Sand Island is actually a pile of sand that will be visible only if the sea water was receding. And if the tides, then the island will sink.

The island is only half the size of a football field. Many tourists who come here if it is receding, using fishing boats. This small island usually used only for the dismissal, because of its small size is also not able to load a lot of people, and only at certain times to visit. 

Kaolin lake

 

Kaolin Lake sebanarnya not a tourist place open to the public. Kaolin lake is actually one of the mining wealth in Belitung.

The combination of the lake water is blue with white kaolin to make this place beautiful and hunted by potografer. So that this place used to traveled long- Gradually, though not as common elsewhere.

Lake kaolin is also not as busy as other attractions, so it was quite peaceful place for tourists who want to visit a deserted feel the natural beauty plus see the color of the lake water is so pretty. 

 

Places Boracay

The first best tourist spots Philippines is Boracay. Boracay is a small island of Aklan Province which is located 315 km from the capital city of Manila. Boracay Island is famous for relaxation and a tourist destination for world travelers seeking tranquility and nightlife. In 1990, Boracay received an award as one of the best beaches in the world and in 1996 was also selected as the best tropical beaches in the world. Recreational vehicle that can be enjoyed in Boracay is scuba diving, helmet diving, windsurfing, kiteboarding and many more. This tourist spot also features a golf course.

Places Banaue Rice Terraces

Philippines next best tourist attractions are Banaue Rice Terraces. Banaue Rice Terraces is the oldest terraces rice fields in the province of Ifugao, Philippines. Banaue rice terraces is estimated that about 2000 years old. The rice terraces are made by a tribe of Batad only use their hands and simple equipment and has become a world heritage site in 1995. Located at an altitude of 1500 meters above sea level, banaue rice terraces can be family attractions.

Places Chocolate Hills

The next best tourist attractions in the Philippines is the Chocolate Hills. Chocolate Hills is a region which has 1500 over the hill. The hills are covered in green grass which then changes color to brown during the dry season. Chocolate Hills is located in the province of Bohol, Philippines. Chocolate Hills is also a famous tourist spot in Bohol and the government makes the Chocolate Hills as a major tourist destination in the Philippines. Two resorts have evolved in these places.

Places Mount Mayon

The next best tourist spots Philippines Mayon Volcano. Mayon Volcano is located in the province of Albay, Philippines. Mayon volcano Mount Fuji is also dubbed the Philippines due to its shaped like a cone. Mount Mayon also be an active volcano in the Philippines over the past 400 years. Has been noted that about 50 times the Mount Mayon erupted. For those who like to travel and extreme mountain climbing, Mount Mayon munkin very suitable to be one of the favorite tourist attractions.

Places Rizal Park

The next best tourist attractions is Rizal Park Philippines. Rizal Park also known as Luneta National Park, located on Roxas Boulevard, Manila, Philippines. Rizal Park is also one of the largest parks in Asia and has become a favorite tourist spot on the national holiday. Rizal Park is an important site in the history of the Philippines against the Spanish colonization. The name is taken from the garden Philippine national hero José Rizal.

Places of the Philippines National Museum

The next best tourist attractions in the Philippines is the Philippine National Museum. National Museum of the Philippines is a museum as well as educational institutions, science and culture. The museum was founded in 1901. The museum is located in the capital of Manila, Philippines. National Museum of the Philippines also acts as a government oversight body in restoring their culture. For those who love to travel while learning, this museum must be visited with relatives or loved ones.

Places Tubbataha Reef

The next best tourist attractions in the Philippines are the Tubbataha Reef. Tubbataha Reef is a protected area that is located in the middle of Sulu, Philippines. In December 1993, the UNESCO-designated sites sabagai of this underwater world heritage site with a unique coral atoll and density of marine life. Tubbataha Reef is also recognized to have 75% and 40% of species of coral reef fish imaginable worldwide. Tubbataha Reef belongs to the best dive sites in the world.

Mactan Island Tourism Sites

The next best tourist attractions in the Philippines is the island of Mactan. Mactan Island is the most populous island which lies in the province of Cebu, Philippines. Mactan Island offers various types of tours ranging from snorkeling, diving, cultural activities and jet skis. Mactan Island is also an industrial island furniture, guitars and other musical instruments. The island with a population of more than 400 thousand inhabitants also has an airport in the middle of the island.

Places Manila Ocean Park

The next best tourist spots Philippines is Manila Ocean Park. Manila Ocean Park is an oceanarium which is located in Manila, Philippines. Manila Ocean Park began operations on March 1, 2008. The size of the park is larger than the Sentosa Underwater World Singapore imaginable. Manila Ocean Park has a volume of 8000 square meters and a depth of 25 meters with a glass tunnel arkrilik. The park became a favorite tourist spot both local and foreign tourists.

Places of Coron Island

Philippines next best tourist attractions are Coron Island. Coron Island is the third largest island in the archipelago Calamian, Palawan, Philippines. Coron island known by their Japanese shipwrecks on the role of the world to 2. In the vicinity of the wreck has rock formations that are often used as a spot of diving and snorkeling. Visibilas with water up to 24 meters and the water is relatively calm, Funnel Island is one of the most popular tourist attractions for wreck diving.

The uniqueness of Indonesia

Did you recognize the uniqueness of this nation? Here is just a small part of the uniqueness of both the advantages of Indonesia. No other than this knowledge is expected to add to our devotion to this beautiful country, also we shall keep the most important as well to preserve it. Here are some many of the uniqueness of Indonesia, a tropical paradise with tens of thousands of islands.

Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world with the total number of islands reached 113 466 islands. Consists of five major islands and 30 smaller islands group. Including 9634 islands that have not been named and 6,000 uninhabited islands. Inside there are 3 of the 6 largest island in the world, namely: Borneo as the third largest island in the world with an area of 539,460 km, 473,606 km breadth Sumatra and Papua which covers 421,981 km.

 

Java Island is the most populous island in the world that is around 60% of Indonesia's population or about 130 million people live on the island, which covers only 7% of the entire territory of Indonesia.

Indonesia is the world's largest maritime waters covering an area of 93,000 km and a coastline of about 81,000 km, or almost 25% of the length of the beach in the world.

Indonesia has the largest tribes in the world, there are more than 740 tribes or ethnic, even in Papua alone there are 270 tribes. With the number of tribes as much as it makes Indonesia has the largest regional languages, namely 583 languages and dialects of the 67 main languages used by various tribes in Indonesia. Although many have regional language but its national language is Indonesian afford them together without losing said regional languages.

Indonesia is the largest Muslim country in the world. The number of Muslims in Indonesia around 216 million people or 88% of the population of Indonesia. This also makes the premises has a number of mosques and pilgrims contributor country in the world.

Borobudur temple in Central Java has the largest Buddhist monument in the world whose height reaches 42 meters consists of 10 levels. Have a wonderful long relief reached more than 1 km.

Indonesia is the discovery of the oldest hominid in the world, namely Pithecanthropus erectus is estimated to come from the past 1.8 million years ago.

Indonesia is ranked No. 1 producer of cloves and nutmeg. The world's No. 2 producer of natural rubber and crude palm oil. The largest exporter of plywood, which is about 80% in the world market. Producer of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the world, or about 20% of world supply. Second largest tin producer in the world.

Indonesia has the world's richest coral reefs up to 18% of the total in the world. Has the largest mangrove forest in the world for to prevent sea water erosion. The origin of the wealth of the world's largest orchid flower 6,000 species of orchids and flower Rafflesia Arnoldi as the largest flower in the world with a diameter up to 1 meter.

Indonesia is home to an ancient animal that is alive, Komodo, the largest lizard in the world with a length of 3 meters and weighs 90 kg. In a sea of Indonesia has the most shark species in the world are 150 species. Indonesia has the world's smallest primates, namely Mount Tarsier (Tarsius pumilus) in Sulawesi length is only 10 cm.

In Sulawesi serpent Python reticulates discovery also the longest in the world, 10 meters in length. The world's smallest fish found in the muddy swamps of Sumatra. The length of only 7.9 mm and a maximum size of approximately mosquitoes.

Indonesia is the 70th oldest in the world, the country's first born after World War II in 1945, and the only country to ever come out of the United Nations (UN) (January 7, 1965) and then rejoin the 28 September 1966.

10 Places in Yogyakarta Mandatory Visited

Yogyakarta is one of the tourist destinations in Indonesia visited by many foreign tourists. Directly adjacent to the southern part of the province of Central Java, Yogyakarta has many interesting sights. Any tourist in Yogyakarta which must be visited?

1. Prambanan 

  

Prambanan temple is one of the tourist attractions in Yogyakarta that must be visited because of Prambanan is the largest Hindu temple complex in Indonesia. Additionally, Prambanan is also decorated with carved reliefs around the temple and told the story of Ramayana and Krishnayana. Prambanan is located sektiar psuat 17 KM from the city of Yogyakarta. If you do not bring personal vehicles, to achieve the Prambanan Temple you simply use the bus and get off at the stop Prambanan, very easy to reach Prambanan.

2. Parangtritis

 

Parangtritis is the most famous beach in Yogyakarta, Parangtritis thus deserve to be called as one of the tourist attractions in Yogyakarta that must be visited. Located about 25 KM south of downtown Yogyakarta, Parangtritis is a beach located on the shores of the Indian Ocean that has the characteristics of waves and currents are quite hefty. The uniqueness of Parangtritis is the so-called dune sand dunes around the beach. If you want a different experience, you can try playing paragliding in Bukit Parangndog, Parangtritis.

3. Jalan Malioboro

 

Malioboro is the name of a street in Yogyakarta. Malioboro Street is very famous and has become one of the tourist attractions in Yogyakarta that must be visited, even for a photo at Jalan Malioboro only marker we often have to queue up in advance. Jalan Malioboro name is derived from the Sanskrit language and has the meaning wreath. What makes Jalan Malioboro so famous?

Jalan Malioboro offers the experience of shopping and dining are endless. At noon, along Jalan Malioboro you'll find many sellers of clothing, bags, sandals, key chains, handicrafts, batik, accessories, and other unique items that can be bought cheaply. While at night, you'll find lots of typical food vendors Lesbian along Jalan Malioboro Yogyakarta.

The thing I liked in Jalan Malioboro is the presence of several people who dressed in unique, for instance dressed as a soldier, pocong, zombies, and others. We can take pictures with them by voluntary fees.

4. Goa Jomblang

 

Jomblang Goa is a tourist cave located in Gunung Kidul, Yogyakarta. Goa Jomblang a vertical cave that has a primeval forest in it. In addition, if you come to Goa Jomblang on 10 hours until 12 pm, you will be able to see the light penetrating the cave which is often referred to as the light of heaven. The beauty and uniqueness of Goa Jomblang making it one of the tourist attractions in Yogyakarta that must be visited.

5. Rafting Citra Elo

 

Rafting Citra Elo is one of rafting in Yogyakarta. Rafting Citra Elo is the most suitable for families or beginners because the current is harmless when compared to other rivers around Yogyakarta. Additionally, Rafting Citra Elo also can be played anytime, unlike other rivers in Yogyakarta which mostly only navigable during the rainy season only.

6. Keraton Yogyakarta

 

Keraton Yogyakarta is one of the tourist attractions in Yogyakarta, a bustling. Sultan Palace is a historic building which is occupied by the sultanate of Yogyakarta Sultan and his family. Besides being able to enjoy the architecture of ancient sultanate, you can also visit the museum that has a collection of items of Yogyakarta which is partly a gift from the king of Europe. If you want to come to visit these places, there came a little early because of the Yogyakarta Palace is open from 8 am until 2 pm only.

7. Loka Zoo Fun

Excited Loka Zoo is a family tourist attractions in Yogyakarta who have a large collection of animals from various places in the world. Besides being able to see and interact with different types of animals looking like zoos in general, you can also play in some games contained in Happy Loka Zoo. Rides in Loka Zoo Fun ie pond fishing, water bikes, ATV, perahukayuh, riding elephants, camels, and others. The admission price Loka Zoo Fun is 25,000 rupiah per person.

8. Mount Merapi

 

Mount Merapi is one of the mountain around Yogyakarta. Mount Merapipakan most famous mountains in Yogyakarta, and is one of the favorite locations' nature lovers who like mountain climbing and enjoy the beauty of the sunrise at the peak. The admission prices tourist area of Mount Merapi is 3,000 Rupiah per person.

9. Borobudur

Borobudur is located in Magelang is one of the excellent tours around Yogyakarta. Famous to various parts of the world, Borobudur is a Buddhist temple in the world's greatest. Located about 40 kilometers from Yogyakarta, Borobudur is still visited by monks on pilgrimage as a monument of Borobudur is a model of the universe which is a sacred place. For entry into Borobudur temple area, you must use gloves to be lent at the entrance of the temple of Borobudur. Borobudur temple is a temple that has reliefs and statues of Buddha in the world. Although not located in Yogyakarta, Borobudur is always visited by tourists visiting Yogyakarta.

10. Taman Sari Water Castle

Taman Sari Water Castle is a place of recreation and meditation for Yogyakarta royal family in antiquity. Moreover, Taman Sari Water Castle also serves as a bulwark against enemy attack. Currently, Taman Sari Water Castle is one of the tourist attractions in Yogyakarta is famous because of its uniqueness. The air around the Taman Sari Water Castle also cool because there are many artificial ponds accompanied by sweet-smelling flower garden. The admission price Taman Sari Water Castle is 5,000 rupees.

Maratua, Pantai Maladewa ala Indonesia

Invited the Ministry of Tourism, 16 travel agents from Australia invited around Derawan Islands, East Kalimantan. Maratua is the most special because practically similar to the Maldives. Yes, the beach Madura dubbed the island paradise (paradise island) because of her beauty. Like this was the one they regard as Maladewanya Indonesia.

Familiarization Trip in the series of Australian Travel Agent of the Ministry of Tourism, followed detikTravel, on Saturday (23/4) until Tuesday (26/4), they toured many destinations and perform various activities on the islands Derawan, Berau, East Kalimantan. Of popped into Kakaban to release the hatchlings at night. The delegation fam trip is a stop to Maratua in the morning.

This is the biggest island in the Derawan Islands and has four villages. In contrast to Kakaban within 1 hour by using a timber ship from Maratua, uninhabited, Maratua island inhabited by about 3,168 people.
"Wow, crystal water. Beautiful!" Aaron said Kevin of Travel Industry Trainee.

"Cool, clear water every day. But this is perfect," said James William Hunter Valley Tours. Yes, all Caucasians Australia, reluctant eyes flashing. Crystal clear seas with crystal-like water so unsightly. Did not take long, all spraying water.

"The difference with the other islands, swim or snorkel in Maratua, we do not see the reef. Just sand beach at the base of the water and turtles. It's one of the best spots to swim," said Memed, a tour guide from Paradise Derawan explained.

Accommodation and Rates Stay at Maratua:

    Pricing for stays at Maratua Paradise Resort: Rp. 660,000, - per person per night for a Water Villa, and Rp. 550.000, - per person per night for a Beach Villa. The rate includes three meals a day. Check the price in advance as it can change in the high season.

    For booking also be via email to jworld@po.jaring.my, website Maratua Paradise in http://www.maratua.com/index.php/rates-a-reservations

    Maratua located in Derawan Islands, East Kalimantan. There are two ways to access Derawan, first to Balikpapan first, then take a connecting flight to Berau or Tarakan. Then from Tarakan or Berau to Derawan Islands by speedboat. Rates speed boat from the port of Tanjung Batu, Maratua Island Berau to Rp. 1.500.000, - (one way, the capacity of 10 to 13 people). Better rent for PP (delivered and picked up again, with the price of Rp. 3,000,000, -)

    From the airport Tanjung Redep Berau to Tanjung Batu, when a gang can rent a car, Round-Go (delivered and picked up when returning) around Rp. 800.000, - for the car capacity of 6 persons.

    The best time to visit Maratua among others in the March to May, after August, early October. While at the end of October is usually already entered a period of frequent rains.

    Alternative cheap lodging in Maratua: Ananda Hotel with rate: Rp. 200.000, - per room (no air conditioning) and Rp. 300.000, - per room AC. Ananda Hotel is located about 15 minutes away by bike from Maratua Paradise Resort. But the view at Ananda are very different from those in Maratua Paradise. I recommend at least stay one day only in Maratua Paradise Resort.