Route Address Location of Blue Lake Gunungkidul Which Is Enchanting

<div>Indonesia does have a myriad of beautiful places and of course we must feel proud, right? Well this time Exciting Tourism Variety will discuss about Telaga Biru tour, here not only one, several lake with different colors are also seen close to each other. At first glance, this is reminiscent of Kelimutu Lake in Nusa Tenggara. Well, for visitors who feel that Nusa Tenggara is still too far to be traced, Telaga Biru Semin or known as the Blue Lagoon can be an alternative tourism in Gunung Kidul.<br></div><div><br></div><div><center><img alt="" height="222" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggDsX7ctdepvPUaN_XZq4hlxQZTYDIAjNqNL5aDUl_-pZ2sSF2ZHSDvNy5gmYUFvhFBqssmS0FakwrS22PcJ3C722kTKb3ALkxOHZp2Qs_tS0j60QF602LyyC5HgclTrG9fbNTdazxPdk/s640/%255BUNSET%255D" width="320"></center><br></div><div>Blue Lake Gunungkidul is a former limestone quarry that forms lakes in several parts. During the rainy season this lake will be filled with water and looks beautiful turquoise.</div><div><br></div><div>Although it is not a pure natural tourist location, the Telaga Biru area of ​​Semin Gunungkidul attracts many people to visit it. Of course because of its beauty when documented or just selfie with the background of the lake or lake with turquoise water and limestone hills around it.</div><div><br></div><div>Blue Tekaga location This new Gunung Kidul tour is precisely located in Ngemplak Hamlet, Candirejo Village, Kec. Semin Gunung Kidul Regency. This green color blue lake located in the border area between Gunung Kidul and Sukoharjo regencies, no wonder many also call the Telaga Biru Sukoharjo because it is indeed on the border.</div><div><br></div><div>The location of Blue Lake is indeed quite far from Joga, approximately 2 hours drive is taken through Jogja-Klaten route. However, access to Telaga Biru Semin is quite easy and easy to find. Especially at this time there is a GPS application, if you are still confused just go to the GPS address Telaga Biru Semin at coordinates 7 ° 48'56.81 "S110 ° 45'50.08" E</div><div><br></div><div>Route to Telaga Biru Gunung Kidul</div><div><br></div><div>To find Telaga Biru Semin is quite easy. Visitors can pass the north lane - with records departing from Jogja. This northern route will pass Jl Solo, then take the direction of Cawas when you arrive at Prambanan. After arriving at Cawas, take the direction of Sukoharjo, then at the border monument between Sukoharjo and Gunung Kidul take the block block road and follow the road. Soon the visitors will arrive at the stunning Blue Lake Semin.</div><div><br></div><div>To enter or enter the blue lake ticket price, there is no charge yet. This is because it has not been formalized as a tourist place. However, local people impose vehicle parking fees for tourists who will visit this lake. At the time of writing, according to information obtained from the Contrololan.com team, parking fees for two-wheeled or motorbike cars are Rp. 2,000.00 and parking fees for four-wheeled vehicles or cars are Rp. 5,000.00.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div>

Route Address Location of Blue Lake Gunungkidul Which Is Enchanting

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Mandalika Island in Lombok Hidden Gem in West Nusa Tenggara Indonesia

<div><center><img alt="" height="224" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY3ygZzgPsSMhiAi2a4-j7yrlUHXirYF3cd8azVoU8mFuDxydkDYFvgcl6XRsgIpMzMQIfhujvzdjQxbpz9xNGq9ZgZ8ofcr-PdGqB7VJMCcvtZuN2vrlRFsvge8Rc57iS_PbIu1ZoKOM/s640/%255BUNSET%255D" width="320"></center><div style="text-align: center;">Mandalika Island</div><br></div><div>Located near the island of Bali, Mandalika is chosen as the next hidden gem of Indonesian tourism. Mandalika is part of West Nusa Tenggara Province and has attracted many tourists from time to time. Consisting of beautiful beaches and lush hills, it is a great place to enjoy nature and find peace. Even the government has provided various facilities and accommodations to support those who visit the location. Not surprisingly, several resorts can be found there, offering a comfortable place to stay when visiting Mandalika. Not to mention some couples chose it as their honeymoon destination.</div><div><br></div><div>Going forward, Mandalika will have a MotoGP circuit along with the management design and development of the Mandalika Special Economic Zone (SEZ) - a tourism-based area. The Indonesian government through BUMN PT Indonesia Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) has signed an MOU with the French construction company, Vinci Construction. Going forward in the Mandalika area a 120 hectare Mandalika Street Race Circuit Cluster will be built consisting of International Scale Race Circuit, Convention Center and 7 luxury hotels.</div><div><br></div><div><center><img alt="" height="213" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim7QIUCqXA9DhkuWA2o1oZO0p31B5vlwvwusP2rTJyER8oz-zl1vjvO1T315Cty_c5SVjjjFvL3u5lFk3ejHrP-sUZn6RodONLZbEpUQeS9dqeWU9bpOBTt-BLZZbhQts7KzdVwXGJrDY/s640/%255BUNSET%255D" width="320"></center><div style="text-align: center;">Mandalika</div><br></div><div><br></div><div><b>Nuance of Nature</b></div><div><br></div><div>As mentioned earlier, Mandalika has excellent features, beautiful and charming beaches. Clear sea water and gentle breezes never failed to satisfy those who visited the coastal area. Actually, there are resorts operating in the area so tourists can rent them for various purposes such as honeymoon, family holidays, etc. Behind, hundreds of majestic green trees and hills look very clear. Somehow, they created a peaceful atmosphere there. In terms of nuances, this is a bit similar to Nusa Dua Bali!</div><div><br></div><div><b>Activity</b></div><div><br></div><div>In short, Mandalika is a good natural sanctuary and a great place to get closer to nature. Many tourists come to the location to enjoy its beauty and learn a little from Lombok culture. According to legend, Mandalika's name came from a beautiful Sasak tribe daughter. No wonder, many princes want to marry her even though she is hesitant. Because he didn't want to hurt every man, he decided to jump into the sea. At that time, many sea worms appeared miraculously.</div><div><br></div><div>The best activity to do in Mandalika is to explore the beaches, including Tanjung Aan, Seger, Gerupuk, and Serenting. All the beaches are indeed unique and beautiful, featuring flawless sea views and excellent waves. The entire beach is safe for various activities and has similar characteristics to each other. The problem is that only a few of them are suitable for surfing. For example, there is Ubrug Beach which is a favorite place for surfers to enjoy hobbies. For those who don't like surfing, they can come to other beaches that have quieter waves and softer sand.</div><div><br></div><div>Mandalika is not only famous for its natural beauty, but also offers an interesting culture to learn. The most famous one is called Bau Nyale Festival, which is an exciting local event held regularly on certain days. Even tourists are allowed to take part in enjoying festivals with local residents. So, what's the show? People who live in Mandalika will gather on certain land and hunt earthworms. It is said that the worm has existed for hundreds of years ago and the locals consider it sacred and full of happiness.</div><div><br></div><div><b>To the location</b></div><div><br></div><div>The first stop is in Mataram City and can be done by plane or ferry from Bali Island. Once you arrive at your destination, the next destination is the Mandalika Bus Terminal. From there, you can take a minibus to the nearest tourist spot which takes about 1 hour. Be sure to bring enough money to rent a hotel room.</div>

Mandalika Island in Lombok Hidden Gem in West Nusa Tenggara Indonesia

Mandalika Island Located near the island of Bali, Mandalika is chosen as the next hidden gem of Indonesian tourism. Mandalika is part of Wes...

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Watu Lawang Beach, Enjoying "Hidden" Beach Beauty at Gunungkidul

<div>Watu Lawang Beach in Tepus Village, Tepus Subdistrict, Gunungkidul, Yogyakarta, could be one of the new choice of tourists visiting the southern coastal area of ​​Yogyakarta. With white sand and has a camping place overlooking the sea, tourists can enjoy Watu Lawang Beach.</div><div><br></div><div><center><img alt="" height="208" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpKqam0XKv7-w4frep6ui3hj_DoyU1zm5i35dzarlMNBDnrArXlbv9BG4G_Zjc-BmuEJHasyVE0oh2ZYq2lgfIlrldlyvkm9Ej_FRLltswGTPyScD_zoNRN3umFLdKf9G8dDJGPbk-ofo/s640/%255BUNSET%255D" width="320"></center><br></div><div>One of the managers of the beach Watu Lawang Budi said, initially despite the tourist visit in Gunungkidul quite crowded, but not many people know about the existence of Watu Lawang beach.</div><div><br></div><div>Though the beach is located between Indrayanti Beach in the West and Pok Tunggal Beach in the east. Tourists who came too, some of them perform a ritual in a cave, which is often used as the location of the ceremony Nyadran.</div><div><br></div><div>"Initially many came from the ritual, after that, from mouth to Cave Watu Lawang or Watu Lawang Beach is more famous," he said.</div><div><br></div><div>In the last three years, more and more tourists are watching the sunrise or sunrise until sunset or sunset. Places to eat, gazebos, parking lots and several other facilities were built."The place for camping is also wide, above the hills so it can see directly the vastness of the ocean.Here is not so crowded too, it's still quiet, so nice people want to see the sunset, sunrise," he said<br></div><div><br></div><div>Budi admitted, access has not been so good that the tourists must be patient to get to Watu Lawang Beach.</div><div><br></div><div>"Access roads still need improvement," he said One of the tourists, Kelvian Adi, admitted happy to visit the beach Watu Lawang. The beach atmosphere is still quiet enough to be able to calm down when many problems.</div><div><br></div><div>"The place is comfortable because it is still fairly quiet here.Not many people know so, so more can enjoy the atmosphere of the beach," he said.</div>

Watu Lawang Beach, Enjoying "Hidden" Beach Beauty at Gunungkidul

Watu Lawang Beach in Tepus Village, Tepus Subdistrict, Gunungkidul, Yogyakarta, could be one of the new choice of tourists visiting the sout...

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Borobudur Temple Indonesia

<div><center><img alt="" height="184" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnkgQU7fgGI22Hn6lMf3hkDKEAuL4brqH2GZ4QsVgDJKsbEZkhO5e4BtiGMw9R7_vWWFD2oFyRAgDdNHGubZGOClqFZG88N23k5MBfOzVfmW_H8sbBjtSoI83uTYapUPJV1a-wP8XR/s640/%255BUNSET%255D" width="320"></center></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>History</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>The Sailendra dynasty built the world's largest Buddhist relics between 780-840 AD. The Sailendra dynasty was the ruling dynasty of the time. This relic is built as a place of worship of Buddha and place of pilgrimage. This place contains guidance for people to abstain from the lust of the world and to Buddhist enlightenment and wisdom. This legacy was discovered by British troops in 1814 under the leadership of Sir Thomas Stanford Raffles. The temple area was completely cleaned in 1835.<br></div><div><br></div><div>Borobudur is built in a Mandala style that reflects the universe in Buddhist belief. The structure of this building is box-shaped with four entrances and a circular center point. When viewed from the outside to the inside is divided into two parts of the world of nature which is divided into three zones on the outside, and the nature of Nirvana in the central part.</div><div><br></div><div><center><img alt="" height="320" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvPUml1EKucFd4mk8MNiMuL4Om-hjaZtPV3gSWUlTgmZsuQc20s2njtv4MGeeVAm01SfBHlYA4tFL22hl6-wjp44qqZH7G4XM2UUDJvD371ojk9Pxw11a_tjmVITMxZwrFPcjbBHXu/s640/%255BUNSET%255D" width="193"></center><br><br></div><div>Zone 1: Kamadhatu</div><div><br></div><div>the natural world that is visible and being experienced by humans today.</div><div><br></div><div>Kamadhatu consists of 160 reliefs that explain Karmawibhangga Sutra, the law of cause and effect. Describes human nature and lust, such as robbing, killing, raping, torture, and slander.</div><div><br></div><div>The cover cap on the bottom has been permanently opened so that visitors can see the reliefs hidden at the bottom. The entire 160 photo relief collection can be seen at the Borobudur Temple Museum located at Borobudur Archaeological Park.</div><div><br></div><div>Zone 2: Rupadhatu</div><div><br></div><div>the transitional world, in which man has been freed from world affairs.</div><div><br></div><div>Rapadhatu consists of stone carving relief galleries and buddha statues. In total there are 328 Buddhist statues that also have decorative reliefs on the carvings.</div><div><br></div><div>According to Sanskrit manuscripts in this section consists of 1300 reliefs in the form of Gandhawyuha, Lalitawistara, Jataka and Awadana. All of them stretching as far as 2.5 km with 1212 panels.</div><div><br></div><div>Zone 3: Arupadhatu</div><div><br></div><div>the supreme nature, the house of God.</div><div><br></div><div>The three circular foyer leads to a dome in the central part or stupa that represents the resurrection of the world. In this section there are no ornaments and ornaments, which means to describe the highest purity.</div><div><br></div><div><center><img alt="" height="198" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixpcqF5A1KygNMAxc-YtzL-ry_GsC3pFw8rLZWS6BV_FSQ3ut8iNOsJQ2G0yGAmzcsIz6D2o9cNYpk9JSo91JMn75mC26Kev9c10VFnBPUeET9BQ7s2i1T-OnH0AvCKONQ_tu6ZexA/s640/%255BUNSET%255D" width="320"></center><br>The porch in this section consists of a hollow-shaped stupa, an inverted bell, containing a Buddha statue that leads to the outside of the temple. There are 72 stupas in total. The largest stupa in the center is not as high as the original version which has a height of 42m above the ground with a diameter of 9.9m. Unlike the stupa that surrounds it, the central stupa is empty and raises the debate that there is actually content but also some that the stupa is empty.<br></div><div><br></div><div>Relief</div><div><br></div><div>In kesururhan there are 504 Buddhas with meditative attitudes and six different hand positions along the temple.</div><div><br></div><div>Temple Corridor</div><div><br></div><div>During the restoration in the early 20th century, found two smaller temples around Borobudur, namely Pawon Temple and Mendut Temple that line with the Borobudur Temple. Pawon temple is 1.15 km from Borobudur, while Mendut Temple is 3 km from Borobudur Temple. There is a belief that there is a religious relationship between the three temples but still not known exactly the process of ritual.</div><div><br></div><div>The three temples form the route for the Waisak Day Festival that is held every year during the full moon in April or May. The festival is a reminder of his birth and death, as well as the enlightenment given by Gautama Buddha.</div><div><br></div><div><div><b>How to Go to Locations</b></div><div><br></div><div>The nearest major city of Borobudur is Yogyakarta as far as 40 km. The nearest town is Magelang as far as 17 km. The capital of Central Java, Semarang, is 90 km from Borobudur.</div><div><br></div><div><b>Bus from Yogyakarta</b></div><div><br></div><div>From Yogyakarta you need to go to the bus terminal Jombor to board the bus majors Borobudur. but if you are at Adisutjipto airport you can take the Damri bus to airport - Borobudur directly. If you are in the city, you can take the Trans Jogja bus in Jombor terminal.</div><div><br></div><div>Bus Major Borobudur usually smaller size than inter-city bus between provinces with a price of about Rp 10,000. Travel time is usually about 1 hour.</div><div><br></div><div>After arriving at Borobudur terminal you can continue the journey by becak, dokar, or on foot.</div><div><br></div><div><b>Private Vehicles from Yogyakarta</b></div><div><br></div><div>The main road to Borobudur from Yogyakarta is through Jalan Magelang.</div><div><br></div><div>To go to Magelang road you can go to Jombor bus terminal. From Jombor move north towards Magelang City. you are heading towards Magelang City. After about 40 km, you will see the Muntilan Bamboo Ball Monument. Shortly after the monument, you will meet the intersection Palbapang (Mungkid Magelang), take the left.</div><div><br></div><div>Distance Palbapang to Borobudur about 10 km. Mendut temple is about 4.5 km.</div><div><br></div><div><b>Bus From Semarang</b></div><div><br></div><div>From Semarang bus terminal, take a bus majoring Jogja / Magelang.</div><div>You can get off at places like the Magelang bus station, or the Blondo intersection (the intersection between mertoyudan and blabak), or the intersection of the palbapang (the fork between blabak and muntilan).</div><div><br></div><div>From there you can continue the journey to the terminal Borobudur by bus Borobudur direction. Distance Semarang-Borobudur about 90 km, travel time about 3.5 hours.</div></div><div><br></div><div><b>Ticket Information</b></div><div><br></div><div>Tourist tariff per person for single entry</div><div><br></div><div>TWC Borobudur</div><div><br></div><div>Age 10 and above: Rp 40,000</div><div><br></div><div>Age 3 to 10 years: Rp 20,000</div><div><br></div><div>Borobudur TWC Package, Mendut, and Pawon</div><div><br></div><div>Age 10 and above: Rp 60,000</div><div><br></div><div>Age 3 to 10 years: Rp 30,000</div><div><br></div><div>Includes insurance premium of Rp 500 / person</div><div><br></div><div>Special tariff for domestic tourists for groups of students and students per group each time enter * (with a letter of introduction from the school / university)</div><div><br></div><div>Rates> 20 people</div>

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Indonesia's history

Indonesian Adventure-Indonesia's history includes a very long time span that began in prehistoric times by the discovery of "Java Man" aged 1.7 million years ago. Indonesia historical period can be divided into five eras: the pre-colonial era, the emergence of kingdoms Hindu-Buddhist and Islam in Java and Sumatra, which mainly rely on trade; Colonial era, the influx of Europeans (mainly Dutch) who want spice lead to colonization by the Dutch for about 3.5 centuries between the early 17th century to the mid 20th century; Early Independence era, the post-proclamation of Indonesian independence (1945) until the fall of Sukarno (1966); New Order era, the 32-year reign of Suharto (1966-1998); and Reform Order which continues to this day.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Geologically, the territory of modern Indonesia (for convenience, hereinafter referred Nusantara) is a meeting between the three major continental plates: the Eurasian Plate, the Indo-Australian Plate and the Pacific Plate (see article Geology Indonesia). The Indonesian archipelago as it exists today was formed at the time of melting ice after the end of the Ice Age, about 10,000 years ago.<br /> <br /> In the Pleistocene, when it is still connected to mainland Asia, come the first settlers. The first evidence that indicates the earliest inhabitants are fossils of Homo erectus humans from future Java 2 million to 500,000 years ago. The discovery of the remains "Flores man" (Homo floresiensis) in Liang Bua, Flores, opening the possibility of the survival of H. erectus still until the last Ice Age.<br /> <br /> Homo sapiens first entered the archipelago estimated 100,000 years ago passes through the Asian coast of West Asia, and at around 60 000 to 70 000 years ago has reached New Guinea and Australia. Those, who berfenotipe dark skin and curly hair tightly, being ancestors of indigenous people of Melanesia (excluding Papua) now and bring culture hatchet shaped (Paleolithic). A wave of Austronesian-speaking immigrants with the Neolithic cultures to come in waves since 3000 BC from southern China through Formosa and the Philippines to bring culture square pickaxe (Dong Son culture). The migration process is part of the occupation of the Pacific. Arrival wave characteristically Mongoloid population is inclined to the west, urging the earliest inhabitants to the east or interbreed with the locals and be a resident physical characteristics Maluku and Nusa Tenggara. These immigrants brought with agricultural techniques, including planting paddy (evidence slowest since the 8th century BC), raising buffalo, processing of bronze and iron, the technique of ikat, practices megaliths, and worship spirits ( animism) and sacred objects (dynamism). In the first century BC already formed settlements and small kingdoms, and it may have entered influence the confidence of India as a result of a commercial relationship

Indonesia's history

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