10 Favorite Destination in Indonesia

Not only its abundant natural wealth, culture in Indonesia is also very diverse. Every region has a distinctive culture that makes this country more colorful. Still doubting the country's wealth? The following is a summary of 10 tourist attractions in Indonesia that you must visit:

1. Komodo Island

Komodo Island is included in the Komodo National Park area along with other islands around the Nusa Tenggara Islands. In 1986, UNESCO established tourist attractions in Indonesia as one of the world heritage sites. This island is considered as a habitat for Komodo dragons that must be protected. One of the highest awards that was achieved was successfully entered the ranks of seven natural resources in the world or better known as the New Seven Wonders of Nature in 2011.

This tourist spot offers the beauty of the land and the underwater world that is extraordinary. There are many things you can do here, ranging from trekking, diving to snorkeling.

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 branched tip. This cane is believed to weaken the Komodo dragon when the animal starts attacking. By pressing the Komodo dragon's neck using the tip of a branched stick, the animal will instantly tame. It is important for you to maintain every movement while walking because these animals are very sensitive to sudden movements.

Diving and snorkeling in the waters of Komodo Island is no less exciting. This tourist spot is also known for its underwater natural beauty and is one of the favorite dive sites. What's more interesting is the Pink Beach or Pink Beach. This beach is one of the seven beaches in the world that have reddish sand. This color is thought to originate from coral fragments which are destroyed and mixed with beach sand. When hit by the waves, the red color is more clearly visible because it is wet.

2. Raja Ampat Islands

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

Raja Ampat's underwater natural wealth need not be doubted. The waters at this tourist spot are known as one of the best diving and snorkeling locations in the world. Even The Nature Conservancy states that around 75% of the world's marine life can be found in Raja Ampat waters. To prove it, please prepare your dive gear and start exploring the underwater world. October and November are called the best time to dive here because the weather and water conditions are ideal.

In addition to diving, you can also explore the beauty of the land of the islands in Raja Ampat. Local residents will be happy to offer services as guides. During trekking, you can also stop by people's homes and interact directly or buy handicrafts such as statues of the Asmat tribe and traditional musical instruments produced by them as souvenirs.

3. Bali Island

Who doesn't know Bali? It is difficult to choose what tourist attractions are the most interesting in Bali, because almost all corners of Bali are extraordinary tourist attractions. Bali has a lot of natural beauty that is very beautiful starting from the row of beaches, the atmosphere of the mountains to the sacred temples. Of the many interesting tourist attractions, the most popular in the ears of tourists are of course Kuta Beach, Legian Beach, Seminyak Beach, Tanah Lot Temple and the rural atmosphere of Ubud.

4. 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 2005. This is due to the extraordinary wealth and diversity of marine life ranging from coral reefs, seaweed to existing fish species.

This tourist spot has more than 30 dive points which are the favorite of many domestic and foreign divers. Besides diving and in direct contact with the fish here, you can also dive with the submarines that have been provided. This vessel has a transparent glass wall to make it easier for you to see the underwater scenery of Bunaken Marine Park without being exposed to water and wet. Hmm, interesting!

5. Cartensz Pyramid

Jayawijaya Peak or commonly referred to as Carstensz Peak is the only mountain peak in Indonesia that has eternal snow. This peak rises more than 5,000 meters above sea level. Even more proud is that Mount Jayawijaya is included in the list of Seven Summits or seven mountains with the highest peaks in the world.

This Jayawijaya peak was first conquered by a Dutch explorer named Hendrik Albert Lorentz in 1909. Lorentz managed to climb this snowy peak with six Dayak Kenyah tribes recruited in Kalimantan. After this successful ascent, many climbers followed Lorentz to conquer Jayawijaya Peak. Hmmm, are you the next climber to succeed in conquering Carstensz Peak?

6. Tana Toraja

Tana Toraja has extraordinary natural beauty ranging from mountain ranges and green hills. Besides being rich in nature, tourist attractions in Indonesia are also rich in ancestral culture which is still maintained today. Here, there are many ancient traditions that are still preserved, one of which is Solo Signs.

Rambu Solo 'is a funeral ceremony in Tana Toraja. What is the fun of the funeral? Eits, you can't just skip the traditional Tana Toraja funeral. Solo Signs' is the only expensive funeral ceremony in Indonesia and probably also in the world. This ceremony is carried out for days with no small cost. One of the rituals carried out is buffalo slaughter. This buffalo is not enough just one. The higher the caste of the deceased, the more buffaloes will be sacrificed.

Tana Toraja people believe that as long as they have not been buried, the person who died is someone who is sick. His body was deliberately injected with formalin so as not to rot while waiting for the family to hold Solo Signs. The person who died is considered to be just sick. The family still treats him like a living person, invites him to chat and joke. If the Solo Sign is done, then the family believes that the person has died.

If Solo Signs are less challenging for you, try visiting Londa or hanging out in the style of Tana Toraja. Here, you can find many coffins hung in caves on steep cliffs. Dare to visit?

7. Borobudur Temple

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

Tourist attractions in Indonesia are estimated to be built in 824. The building is composed of volcanic beams and forms 504 Buddha statues, 72 stupas and a main stupa right at the top of the temple. The myth is, if you put your hand into the stupa's hole and touch the statue in it, your wish will come true. Here, you can also buy a variety of souvenirs ranging from shirts, key chains, fans to the miniature Borobudur Temple.

At the Waisak celebration, Borobudur Temple became a gathering center for many Buddhists from various parts of the world such as Tibet and Thailand. This ritual is one of the tourist attractions here. The most desirable tourists are the top event in the form of the release of lanterns to the sky. The lanterns will be released along with prayer and hope for the next year.

8. Wakatobi Island

Wakatobi Island is famous for its beautiful coral and colorful fish. This island is very suitable for you who like diving or just snorkeling. You can also visit Bajo Tribe houses by boat. The Bajo tribe who are the original inhabitants of Wakatobi Island use the boat as the main transportation.

9. Gili Trawangan

The charm of Gili Trawangan is very captivating among tourists, a beautiful blend of blue sky, clear sea and white sand always imprint on memory. If you come here don't forget the photos on the Gili Trawangan swing that are already global.

10. Mount Bromo

Active volcanoes in Indonesia are already very popular among foreign tourists. Although the struggle to reach the top of the mountain is very tiring, your struggle will pay off with the beauty of Mount Bromo. In addition, Mount Bromo also has a Kasodo Ceremony held every year on the full moon, many tourists who deliberately visit when there is this ceremony.

How proud are you as Indonesia? There are many other places in Indonesia that will make you fall in love with Indonesia.

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