10 Indonesian tourist spots

1. Komodo

Island of Komodo in the Komodo National Park along with other islands around the islands of Nusa Tenggara. In 1986, the UNESCO-designated sites in Indonesia as one of the world heritage sites. The island is regarded as dragons animal habitat must be protected. One of the highest honors that were achieved were successfully entered the ranks of the world's seven natural miracles or better known as the New Seven Wonders of Nature in 2011.

These attractions offer natural beauty of the land and under the sea outstanding. There are many things you can do here, ranging from trekking, diving to snorkerling.

For trekking, you can explore the island with a group and a ranger or guide. On the way, you can find dragons who are hunting prey or resting. Ranger will equip you with a stick with splintered ends. This stick is believed to weaken the dragons when these animals began to attack. By pressing the dragons neck using a forked end of the stick, will instantly tame this beast. It is important for you to keep any movement when walking because these animals are very sensitive to sudden movements.

Diving and snorkeling in the waters of Komodo Island is not less exciting. These attractions are also known by the beauty of underwater nature and become one of the favorite dive sites. Another interesting feature is the presence or Pink Beach Pink Beach. This beach is one of the seven beaches in the world that has a reddish sand. This color is probably derived from coral fragments were crushed and mixed together with sand beach. When exposed to the waves, the red color has become increasingly apparent due to wet.

2. Trio Gili

Trio Gili is three beautiful islands in Lombok. The other three islands between Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air. All three are not only known by domestic tourists, but also has succeeded in attracting more tourists to come.

Of the three islands, Gili Trawangan is arguably the most popular. In addition to its larger size than the other islands, here also has established many entertainment venues such as bars and cafes. There are many activities you can do at these attractions ranging from sunbathing, diving to snorkeling. Even more fun, you can also rent a bike or ride cidomo, a kind of wagon train horses, to get around the island.

Although more visited Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili but water is not less interesting. Both of these islands also has a beautiful beach and underwater world is waiting for you to explore. The atmosphere both relatively quiet and calm so that suitable for you who really want to escape from the crowds.

3. Raja Ampat

Raja Ampat be excellent new in the world of Indonesian tourism. Charm of the tourist attractions in Indonesia is widely known by both domestic and foreign tourists. Raja Ampat itself is a collection of islands at the tip of Papua. There are four main islands here, namely Waigeo, Misool, Salawati and Batanta.

Natural wealth under the sea Raja Ampat no doubt. The waters of this tourist spot known as one of the best diving and snorkeling sites in the world. The Nature Conservancy even mention that about 75% of world marine life can be found in the waters of Raja Ampat. To prove this, please prepare your dive perlengakapan and start exploring the underwater nature. October and November is called as the best time to dive here because of the weather and water conditions are ideal.

Besides diving, you can also browse the beauty of the land islands in Raja Ampat. Locals will be happy to offer his services as a guide. During trekking, you can also look into people's homes and interact directly or buy handicrafts such as statues Asmat and traditional musical instruments of their work as a souvenir.

4. Lake Sentani

Lake Sentani is referred to as the largest lake in Papua. Not surprising really, because this lake has an area of approximately 9,360 hectares and is located at an elevation of 75 meters above sea level. Tourist attractions in Indonesia is dotted with 21 islands who became township residents.

What can you do here? A Lot. You can fish, swim or drive around the lake with a boat rental. If you still feel not enough, why not visit the local villages? You can stop by the houses and chat while enjoying a culinary trademark.

If you visit in mid-June, congratulations! You might as well enjoy the Lake Sentani Festival. The festival is an annual event featuring a variety of performing arts and culture of Papua. In addition, a variety of unique culinary Papua you can enjoy here.

5. Bali

Who does not know Bali? It's hard to choose what is most tourist attractions in Bali, because almost all parts of Bali is an outstanding tourist attractions. Bali has a lot of very beautiful natural beauty ranging from a series of beaches, mountains atmosphere to pretend its sacred. Of the many interesting sights, the most popular tourist ears of course Kuta, Legian, Seminyak Beach, Tanah Lot and the rural atmosphere of Ubud.

Bali became evident that in order to be able to dance the attention of the international community, culture and values distinctiveness need not be sacrificed. In keeping with the culture, Bali is attracting more foreign tourists to come. Here, you will see a collection of many foreign tourists who were enjoying the performances of Balinese art and culture.

6. Bunaken Marine Park

Bunaken Marine Park became one of the tourist attractions in Indonesia, which was again designated by UNESCO as a world heritage site, precisely in the year 2005. This is due to the richness and diversity of marine life extraordinary ranging from coral reefs, sea grass to fish species.

This tourist spot has more than 30 diving spots that become a favorite of many domestic and foreign divers. In addition to diving and in direct contact with the fish here, you can also dive with the submarine that has been provided. The ship has a transparent glass wall to let you see underwater scenery Bunaken Marine Park without exposure to water and damp. Hmm, interesting!

7. Peak Jayawijaya

Peak Jayawijaya or commonly called Carstensz Peak is the only mountain peak in Indonesia, which has the eternal snow. This peak rises more than 5,000 feet above sea level. Even more proud again is Mount Jayawijaya into the list of the Seven Summits or seven mountains with the highest peak in the world.

Jayawijaya peak was first conquered by a Dutch explorer named Hendrik Albert in 1909. Lorentz Lorentz managed to climb the snowy peaks along six Dayak Kenyah people who recruits in Borneo. After this successful ascent, started many climbers who follow in the footsteps Lorentz to conquer the peak of Jayawijaya. Hmm, are you next climber who conquered Carstensz?

8. Tana Toraja

Tana Toraja has outstanding natural beauty ranging from mountain ranges and green foothill. Beside rich in natural, tourist attractions d Indonesia is also rich ancestral culture that is still maintained today. Here, there are many ancient traditions are still preserved, one of which is Signs Solo '.

Signs Solo 'is a funeral ceremony in Tana Toraja. What pulled funeral? Eits, Tana Toraja funeral customs can not you miss this for granted. Signs Solo 'is the only ceremony eater most expensive in Indonesia and possibly the world. The ceremony was carried out for days at a cost that is not small. One of the rituals are performed are slaughtered buffalo. Buffalo is not enough to just one. The higher caste people who died, the more buffalo sacrificed.

Tana Toraja people believe that as long as there is buried, the dead man is the one who is sick. His body was accidentally injected with formalin to not rot while waiting for a family to organize Signs Solo '. The man who died was considered only in a state of pain alone. Family still treat it like a man who is still alive, engage her in conversation and joking. If you have done Signs Solo ', then the family believe the person has died.

If Signs Solo 'is less challenging for you, try visiting Londa or eat hanging style Tana Toraja. Here, you can find many coffins were hung in a cave on a steep cliff. Dare to visit?

9. Borobudur

Borobudur is the largest Buddhist temple complex in the world. Tourist attractions in Indonesia is designated by UNESCO as a world heritage site in 1991. Borobudur was buried volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Merapi, until it was discovered by Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles in 1814.

Tourist attractions in Indonesia is expected to be built in the year 824. The building is composed of volcanic blocks and form the 504 statues of Buddha, 72 stupas and a stupa right on top of the temple. Myth, if you put your hand into the hole and managed to touch the statue stupa in it, then your wish will come true. Here, you can also buy various souvenirs ranging from T-shirts, key chains, fan until miniature Borobudur.

In celebration of Vesak, Borobudur became the central gathering of many Buddhists from various parts of the world such as Tibet and Thailand. This ritual became one tourist attraction here. The most favorite destination of tourists is the top event in the form of the release of lanterns into the sky. Lanterns will be released along with prayer and hope for the coming year.

10. Taman Mini Indonesia Indah

If normally you can visit a museum to learn more about the culture of an area, this time you can visit Taman Mini Indonesia Indah as a giant museum to get to know the culture of Indonesia. As the name implies, the tourist attractions in Indonesia, which was initiated by Tien Soeharto be the place to see the Indonesian culture in a mini version.

In the area of tourist attractions in Indonesia, there are an artificial lake with an island that resembles islands in Indonesia from Sabang to Merauke. You can get around this lake with swan boat that has been provided.

Taman Mini Indonesia Indah also has a pavilion area of 34 provinces in Indonesia. Each pavilion area traditional style and includes traditional clothing, housewares everyday and traditional weapons. There is also a cafeteria in each pavilion that serves typical cuisine of each region.

Besides miniature Indonesian archipelago and pavilion area, Taman Mini Indonesia Indah also has many museums and recreational vehicle for a family. Tourist attractions in Indonesia this could be the right choice for you who want to introduce Indonesia to children in a fun way.