Sunday, August 4, 2013

Anambas Island, Most Beautiful Tropical Island in Asia

Indonesia has a diamond that floats in the middle of the south china sea.
Anambas island is located in the middle of the south China sea, which became one of Indonesia's outer line is in the middle of Singapore and Malaysia.
Some time ago this place was voted "Most Beautiful Tropical Island in Asia" in CNN.com
Anambas, managed to occupy the top ranks after competing with 4 other tropical islands. All four tropical islands, among others, Koh Cang (Thailand), Langkawi (Malaysia), Halong Bay (Vietnam), and Similand Islands (Thailand) in that category.
Anambas located in Batam Island is highly recommended for  diving and snorkeling.



In a bay, which has a crystal clear sea water, here you will be given so much natural beauty. Large stone with ornaments scattered on the coast and waterfall flowing from the cliff fell overboard.
There is a road built over the ocean. Under this path you will be spoiled with views of the lush coral reefs.  
you can see it without diving because the sea water is very clear.


Raja Ampat Islands, very exotic Indonesia maritime area

Raja Ampat Islands is a series of four adjacent group of islands located in the western part of the Bird's Head (Vogelkoop) Papua Island. The islands are now a destination for divers who are interested in the beauty of the underwater scenery. Raja Ampat means four king belong to its largest island, which is Waigeo Island, Misool Island, Salawati Island, and Island Batanta.


 Raja Ampat Islands waters according to various sources, is one of the 10 best waters for diving sites around the world. In fact, it may also be recognized as number one for the completeness of underwater flora and fauna at this time.
Raja Ampat is a maritime area in Indonesia is very exotic. Raja Ampat Island is known as one of the best marine tourism in the country. Raja Ampat Tourism relies underwater beauty and biological diversity.
Because it is located in the World Coral Triangle, coral reef species in this area is very rich. Raja Ampat has the highest species diversity of all waters in the world.




Mount Bromo, Enjoy Sunrise in Java


 Mount Bromo is active volcano  and most famous as a tourist attraction in East Java.


Sunrise at Bromo is very popular, be prepared to jostle with other tourists who want to capture this moment.
From the top of Mount Bromo you will see the crater that a little smell of sulfur. The beauty of the landscape are a sea of ​​sand and graceful Hindu temple.


Tana Toraja

Toraja Tribe  inhabit the mountains  and maintaining a distinctive lifestyle and still show the original Austronesian lifestyle and culture similar to Nias. This area is one tourist attraction in South Sulawesi. 
The majority religion in Toraja is partly Catholic Christian, Islamic and Aluk To dolo, what it Aluk To dolo? Aluk to dolo is animism that is still embraced by the Toraja people until now.
1. Tongkonan Pallawa
Pallawa is a tribal house Tana Toraja, which is built with bamboo structure then the arch-shaped roof like a boat


 2. Londa, Lemo, and Looks Allo
a place where you can see a cemetery on the rocky walls and caves filled with coffins and human remains. 


 3. Batu Tumonga
Batu Tumonga are menhir as many as 56 pieces in a circle and inside the circle there are 4 trees.
Because still adhere to customs Tana Toraja, Toraja society has always held a traditional ceremony as Rambu Solo (funeral), Rambu Tuka (wedding ceremony), and Mangarara Tongkonan (inauguration of the family home).

Carstensz Pyramid, Iceberg Peak in Tropical Island

Carstensz Pyramid is the highest peak in Indonesia. Both peaks are equally shrouded in eternal snow.
But the snow is expected to shrink and dry up by 2024
In 1623, a Dutch explorer, Jan. Carstensz see the snow-capped mountain and named it after him. This natural phenomenon is very rare because usually there is no natural ice along the equator warm.
This peak is also listed as one of the 7 continent summit which is phenomenal and a coveted mountain climbers in the world.


Mentawai Island, Neolithic People in the 21 Century

Mentawai Islands regency is one of regencies in the province of West Sumatra, Indonesia.

Local people refer to their country as the Bumi Sikerei. Were largely residents of the islands in the Mentawai Islands district comes from the island of Siberut. Mentawai tribesmen physically have the ancient Neolithic culture.



The position of the Mentawai Islands in the middle of the Indian Ocean make an awesome sea surrounded by nature and perfect for marine tourism. Mentawai has become one of the famous tourist destinations adventure, cultural tourism, and marine tourism particularly of interest surfers surfing at home and abroad.
The waves varied and challenging, even some rolls included in the category of extreme waves that surfers sought from around the world.
Mentawai Islands have two points of the top ten best surfing spot in the world's best surfing. There are two spots in Mentawai, Lances Right and Macaronies, entry point into the world's top 10. Waves in the Mentawai always consistent.


Mentawai Islands also offers attractions inland lead tracking pristine tropical forest, enjoying the lifestyle of the indigenous peoples who live peacefully in it.
Sikerei traditional ceremony or Shaman is usually performed during weddings and when entering a new house in order to ward off evil spirits.
Mentawai tribe that became the original inhabitants of this beautiful island.
Mentawai tribe have distinctive traditions tattooed all over his body where the relevant roles and social status of its users. The tattoo is made of sugarcane and coconut charcoal dyes described using nails and needles as well as two pieces of wood as a cushion and a hammer. Traditional Mentawai tattoo process known to be very painful.

Komodo Dragon Island

Komodo Island is an island located in the Nusa Tenggara Islands. Komodo Island is known as a habitat for this native animal. This island is also the Komodo National Park which is managed by the Central Government.
Komodo Island is one of the new 7 wonder of nature
Travelers can find red sand beaches, vast savannah that seem barren and arid, limited water resources plus the hot temperatures and dry, open field overgrown with palm trees with mountains in the background, and its inhabitants are a flock of giant lizards. This all can not be found anywhere else in the world.


The island is inhabited by about 1,500 Komodo dragons
Although the movement is slow and lazy, these animals can suddenly aggressive and fast moving. Komodo has a keen sense of smell and can become aggressive if smell blood. But Komodo dragons are usually afraid of being bullied by two forked sticks. Their food is meat (goat, cow, etc.).