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LAKE TOBA , SUMATERA - INDONESIA

Lake Toba is a volcanic lake of 100km x 30km in North Sumatra, Sumatra, Indonesia. In the middle there is a volcanic island called Samosir Island. Lake Toba has long become an important tourist destination in North Sumatra, Bukit Lawang addition and Nias, attract domestic and foreign tourists.

It is estimated that Lake Toba explosion occurred at about 73000-75000 years ago and is the eruption Supervolcano (super volcano) the most recent. Bill Rose and Craig Chesner from Michigan Technological University estimate that the materials are thrown volcanic mountain of 2800km3, with ignimbrit and 800km3 rock 2000km3 estimated volcanic ash blown into the west for 2 weeks.

This incident caused mass death and in some species was also followed by extinction. According to some DNA evidence, this eruption also reduced the number to about a thousand men only. After the eruption, the caldera formed which then fills with water and became what is now known as Lake Toba. Upward pressure of magma that has not come out cause the emergence of Samosir Island.

One of the wonders of the world were in plain sight, Lake Toba.!, Complete your visit to Disneyland Lumban Balige Silintong Toba Samosir, the highest companion Elizabeth Simanjuntak didunia.Berikut reports directly from Lumban Silintong Balige. To be free to enjoy the beauty of Lake Toba, I purposely came after Saturday (14 / 6) early in the morning to Lumban Silintong, before Wita café, café Bethesda, café-café and others along the shores of Lake Toba Silintong Lumban beach is always crowded with visitors who. Summer, beach tourism object that disambangi Silintong Lumban many families every Saturday and Sunday outside biasa.

crowded course, summer in Toba Samosir particularly earth Balige fairly long, about 9 bulan.Selebihnya cold rainy season is "frozen". From the café, a café along the coast Lumban Silintong, seems Harbor Balige, Samosir Island and the mountain chain lined chimney visible even Toba Pulp Lestari in Porsea, however, it can be seen all in one sweep of the eye. From a distance looking passenger ships menujuh Samosir island, there are many options to enjoy Disneyland with easy and cheap, for one, visit one of the cafes along the coast Lumban Silintong, sit back while ordering a glass of juice with the naked eye just seeing issue " koce "sepulu coins ribuhan, we can observe the magnitude of lake so widely spread, is also fun to enjoy not only natural beauty, tourism Toba also provided another attraction. What are they? The atmosphere was cool, calm, feels so comfortable to live in Lake Toba.

From the height of the hill across the road down to Parapat, we can look at the expanse of blue water like a vast ocean. Overland travel fatigue more than four hours of direct Medan vanished. In simple shops down the street who, many travelers spend hours looking at the natural wonders of Lake Toba, sipping coffee with relish. The wind was blowing breeze to add fresh atmosphere. Lake Toba is the largest lake in Southeast Asia is indeed stunning. It is estimated that the lake was formed due to the eruption Supervolcano about 75 thousand years ago. After the explosion occurred, which later formed the caldera filled with water and become lakes.

Upward pressure of magma that has not come out cause the emergence of Samosir Island. The lake is located 906 meters above sea level, measuring about 1,700 square meters. Toba was surrounded by green hills with cadasnya walls. Samosir Island in the middle of the lake is still there anymore. So there is a lake on the lake. Once the foot set foot in Parapat, much can be done travelers to enjoy the lake and surrounding nature. Want to swim, boat, around the lake, or just watching the water. All the fun.

Travelers can also go to Samosir Island. From Parapat, available transportation ferries leave every hour to the village of Tomok. Tomok is the main village on the east coast of Samosir. This village is one tourist destination. In Tomok among others there are some old traditional houses and tombs of King Sidabutar complex. If you want around the lake also can rent a motor boat. Accommodations from simple to five-star hotels are widely available. To eat would not have to bother. Restaurants, restaurants, and cafes scattered. Want to make souvenirs souvenirs? Travelers with easy to get in Parapat, or also on the island of Samosir.

Lake Toba can be reached from the city of Medan with private cars, rental car or public transport. From Medan Parapat pass through the High Ridge and Siantar. Can also route Causeway Ancient village, Karo until Brastagi. Scenery along the way is not less interesting. Long been a mainstay of Lake Toba, North Sumatra tourism. This lake, but also attract tourists to the famous overseas. Lake Toba''The potential is really incredible. But tourism here dropped since the 1997 crisis,''complained Sipanganbolon Girsang Head, Jonni Saragih. As an illustration, Saragih said, in 1996 the hotel occupancy rate in Parapat reach 80 to 90 percent. Now reduced to only 25 to 30 percent.

If it had a lot of foreign tourists, is now the number can be counted on the fingers. Frankly''we almost give up on this situation,''she admitted. Terpuruknya Toba tour, in addition to the crisis was also aggravated by smog, the fall in Sibolangit Garuda, Bali bombings, the tsunami in Aceh sampat. Last''spread rumors that a big eruption will occur in Lake Toba. This makes people scared to come here,''said Saragih still visibly upset. Be present the enchanting Lake Toba miserable. Left admirers. He is like a sleeping angel. Beauty covered, although not yet faded.

Village Tomok example, people who used to rely on the lives of many of the tourism sector is now re-farming. ''Now comes a bit, not like before,''said one trader Linda clothes near the tomb of King Sidabutar in Tomok. The beauty of Toba is now not strong enough to bring in tourists. Plus, Saragih said, they felt dianaktirikan by the central government in the matter of tourism promotion. ''In a very little promotion. Moreover, with this autonomy, local capacity is very limited.''Hardyanto Hasono, tourism actors who are also officials said ASITA Jakarta is now Lake Toba can not expect much from foreign tourists.

It was said that Disneyland tour package is no longer on sale in Europe. ''I think it's time for the perpetrator of tourism in North Sumatra thinking about other markets. For example Malaysia and China. So do not ever expect us to sell to Europe,''he said. Besides Malaysia market, Hardyanto also suggested that the potential of local tourists are being developed. ''I think the local tourist market is huge, but it had to work hard,''he said. Saragih said, is the potential for tourism in Lake Toba could be developed. That among other things can be done through the coordination of seven districts around Lake Toba. Should''coordination at the provincial level is more enhanced,''he suggested.

In addition to natural attractions, Toba he has another attraction. Namely the culture Samosir Island, North Tapanuli with spiritual tourism, and tourism Toba himself into history. What is meant by historical attractions Saragih, President Megawati has launched the construction of Bung Karno Monument in 2004. But until now there was no realization. ''Now we bill on the president's promise now, because this government's commitment,''firmly Saragih. ak only a matter of declining tourists, the beauty of Toba is now also facing a threat. Lake Toba ecosystem of the area is threatened by water hyacinth plants which cover the surface of many lakes.

Another threat, Saragih said, is the pig farm in Salbe, District Purba. Livestock waste dumped into the lake feared to disrupt lake ecosystems in the long run. Another threat is the impact of the many floating keramba to preserve fish. Nila fish maintenance was carried out by Swiss PMA. Maintenance of fish in this buoyant keramba using fish-shaped pellets. The remains exhaust can cause heavy metal deposits in the lake. From the top of the hill, when the sun was almost drowned, the reflection of red light is refracted in the lake area. What a fascinating sight. Unfortunately now there is not much to enjoy .

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LOVINA BEACH BALI INDONESIA

Lovina North Bali is located in the north coast of Bali, exactly about 10 km west of Singaraja. Lovina Beach in the Village Kalibukbuk, Buleleng Regency, Bali. Because of that, sometimes people call it a tourist area Kalibukbuk. Lovina Beach is a black sandy unspoiled so interesting places to visit.

What is interesting in Lovina Beach is a trip out to sea in waters off Lovina. You can see dolphins in Lovina waters located about 1 kilometer from the beach. Bali Sea is located in Lovina relatively calm waters so that you can tour at sea using fishing boats. Dolphin Lovina area known as a place famous for the show watching wild dolphins. You can immediately see the funny behavior and friendly dolphins live in the middle of the sea. Of course this will be an interesting holiday experience for you

Lovina area there are hundreds of dolphins tail. To be able to see the attraction of wild dolphins, you have to leave early when the sun will rise. Why? Since the dolphins in this region appears only between the hours of 6 am to 8 am. At that time, dozens of dolphins will naturally show beratraksi their activities. There are just swimming in the water, there is also the jumping. Of course this will fascinate the beauty of black sea animals are. Usually the tourists had gathered on the beach at around 5:30 PST to go out to sea.

You can rent a fishing boat that was provided for the trip. The journey begins with a small boat that can carry a maximum of only 4 people in addition to the fishermen. The boat will take you approximately one to two miles to the middle of the sea to where dolphins usually will appear. During the trip, you can see a broad view of the sea and while the boat away from the mainland, you can see the land from a distance Lovina like silhouette. Having reached the middle of the sea, the fishermen will be down to where dolphins usually will appear. And if there is a group of dolphins that jump, the fishermen will notify other boats around so that the boats will add speed to chase a group of dolphins. Of course you can record when the dolphins are jumping out at sea.

There is also the tourists who can not see these dolphins. This depends on natural factors as well as sea-water pair, the wind, and of course your lucky to be able to see wild dolphins are. "Pursuit" will last approximately 3 hours. However, if you're feeling sick because of seasickness you should not hesitate to hesitate to tell the fishermen to return to the mainland. As the journey back to the mainland, you can enjoy the scenery along the coast of Lovina clearly because the sun was shining brightly. You also can enjoy a garden tour Lovina marine waters.

Marine Park area of Lovina in Lovina, you also can dive or snorkel to enjoy the beauty of the sea on the beach. You can find a variety of ornamental fish are friendly enough to go to the divers. Indeed in Lovina marine park is not as beautiful as the other marine parks in Indonesia. However, you will be quite happy to play with ornamental fish in these waters. On the beach, you can also find a variety of shells diverse.

Of course you can take it to a collection of trinkets and souvenirs are natural and attractive. Transportation and Accommodation in Lovina Lovina In this area there are many affordable lodging. There is also an inn that provides dolphin attractions trained and mini zoo in the inn. You can choose a variety of lodging accommodations from simple to the cottage. From Denpasar to Lovina, you can skip to Bedugul and Singaraja and Lovina to. You can also route and Bedugul SERIRIT and to Lovina.

You can travel through the two routes were approximately 2 hours drive. However, the route through the path up and down and winding. Another route is then passed to Lovina Gilimanuk that can be taken in almost 4 hours. This path is relatively straight and comfortable even though it took a longer trip. Lovina Beach Lovina Beach can certainly be your destination. Many interesting things can you find in here like to see performances of wild dolphins in the sea, and marine park with a variety of ornamental fish.

Especially if you're visiting the area Singaraja, then stop by sempatkan yourself keLovina and at least one day stay there for menyaksikkan dolphin attraction in the early morning. Dreamland in Pecatu Village, Badung Regency, which is located in the southern island of Bali. You can reach this beach is about 30 minutes from Kuta Beach to arahJimbaran. The beach is still beautiful and natural is located at the southern tip of South Badung. You'll find this beach on the way to the famous temple in Bali, Pura Uluwatu.

Tanjung Benoa, BALI INDONESIA

neighboring located in Nusa Dua tourism area, it has a unique charm. In the middle of the calm sea on this coast, it was a blessing. Location Tanjung Benoa Tanjung Benoa in the southeast corner of Bali and neighboring islands in Nusa Dua area. Can be completed within 35 minutes from Kuta, 40 minutes from Sanur and 20 minutes from Ngurah Rai Airport.

Tanjung Benoa Tanjung Benoa Watersport be a very suitable place for Watersport activities or water sports. Beaches in this area is very quiet unlike in Kuta, Sanur or Uluwatu so menjandikan this area as the only place for fun games are. Water sports can be enjoyed here include a Jetski, parasailing, banana boat, scuba diving, snorkeling, Glassbottom plus a visit to Turtle Island (turtle island) and Flying Fish.

Activity usually begins in the morning around 8 to 12 an hour, because after that the water will recede and you can not enjoy games anymore because it can not be used boatnya. Instructors with a reliable, will give a guarantee your safety and comfort while enjoying the game here. Tanjung Benoa is located at the east end of 'shoes' island of Bali, is one tourist destination complete enough water. Various water sports facilities available here such as, banana boats, snorkeling, flying fish, parasailing and Jetski.

The unique surf sport that many found on other beaches of the island of Bali, it is not available at this tourist attraction, this is because the waves are this tourist locations tend to be calm, so less suitable for surfing sports. The price charged to visitors to enjoy various water sports facilities ranges between 150 thousand to 200 thousand. With the price stated in writing that the visitors can enjoy over a period of 10-15 minutes

But the fact that I experienced was about 5 minutes. Perhaps because of the time the queue of visitors who want to try a lot of that allotted time is reduced quite drastically. Even some foreign tourists, seems to interrupt the queue since they are paying more expensive than local tourists. Flying fish is a form of a new water sport is my first look. Consists of a rubber boat from a capacity of only two people with one officer who sat in the middle as a counterweight.

Passengers sleep on her back which then pulled diperahu with high-speed boat. As a result, the boat be lifted and flew over the water at an altitude of 10-15 meters. During his stay in the air, which sits amid officer will attempt to balance the boat to avoid the possibility of rotating or capsize the boat because the wind gusts that can certainly be fatal to users. Considering there are three men in a boat, can sometimes occur a case where a rubber boat can not fly, because it is needed in addition to high speed boat which the wind is strong enough to be flown.

A colleague who is less fortunate through this incident, what the consequences are not experienced by others cuman just crashes back-hempas by sea, without experiencing the sensation of 'flying fish' that should be. In addition to water sports, visitors can also visit the turtle island, a distance of approximately 30 minutes journey by boat can be rented location. Turtle island is a breeding place of many species of endangered turtles. This location, visitors can see the direct and wondering about things turtle breeding process of the developer. Turtle-turtle which was separated in different parts based on body size. There are still finger-sized to large, weighing up to tens of pounds. On this island there are also many other animals such as snakes, bats and rare birds (???) possible for visitors to take just take a picture / photo. Visitors also can see underwater tourist attraction.

Boat is used, have been designed so that at the bottom of the boat has been fitted glass that allows for visitors to see the shallow sea floor without berbasah-ria. From the boat, visitors can see the typical fish-rich sea water will color in the body. In order for the fish to the boat drivers gathered casting bread into the sea as a provocation. It did not take long to wait for the fish to come, unfortunately, kind of fish that came less bervariasai thus less attractive to be enjoyed. Overall, Tanjung Benoa worthy to be visited as an alternative to air travel.

It is a bit disturbing is the lack of public transportation back and forth these areas so that visitors generally come with tourist buses, rental cars and private dataraan Situated high above the limestone Rock and tourist areas at the southern coastal area of Bali, Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park is arts and cultural window Island of the Gods who have a natural background and a wonderful panorama. With the distance 15 minutes from the Airport and less than an hour from the main hotel locations, GWK be one of the main objectives for the various art performances, exhibitions and conferences or a relaxing visit and even a spiritual trip covering 250 hectares area summarizes the various cultural arts activities, where performances as well as a variety of culinary services.

As the palaces of Bali in the past, visitors will see GW K monumental grandeur and spiritual kekhusukan which are all enhanced with a modern touch with the facilities and appropriate services. Although you are coming as part of the thousands of visitors a cultural event or by yourself to enjoy a light meal and just drink while watching the sunset, you will feel the beauty of nature and culture of Bali and its people hospitality. A MODERN embodiment ANCIENT TRADITION Vishnu - Hindu symbol that represents the main force keeping the universe that dominates this area.

Manifested as a giant sculpture made of brass and copper with height reaching 22 meters, making this figure as a modern manifestation of an ancient culture and traditions. The accompanying form is Garuda - a large bird which became vehicles Lord Vishnu as the symbol of freedom and selfless devotion. Stone Gate - a few pieces of natural rock pillars 25 feet high that stands firm to be carved with various ornaments taken from the dramatic story of the Ramayana which is the source of inspiration Balinese performing arts. Sculpture carved reliefs patterned background sculpture puppet (Kayon or Mount) which is very typical of Bali and Java LOCATION OF A SPIRITUAL VISIT Nearby the statue of Lord Vishnu are Parahyangan Somaka Giri, a sacred spring from which water flows to the content of major minerals. The presence of water on top of limestone hill Rock This is indeed a miracle and can not be explained by science, thus making it a major spiritual and meditation.

The water is believed to cure various illnesses and has been used widely among the local population in the ceremony to ask the rain to get a good harvest. Giri Somaka existence Parahyangan very inspiring instinct to find someone in the mind of enlightenment, inner and outer PLACE FOR VARIOUS OPPORTUNITIES The rainfall is relatively low but is open to enjoy the tropical breeze, GWK owned facilities to be very ideal. Amphitheater with a seating capacity of 800 and a first-class acoustic arrangements, an unparalleled place for cultural arts performances. Lotus Pond is surrounded by stone pillars and rock background Garuda bird bust capacity to make 7500 the area was very dramatic for the grand event.

As the ceremony arena villages in Bali, Street Theater is the perfect place for the procession, fashion shows and various performances move. Places to Be nice ideal Turtle Plaza, which has a capacity of up to 200 people. In addition, open to the public, Exhibition Gallery which has an area of 200m2 is 10m2 open pages in it. Dinner under the auspices of STAR Several cafes and restaurants provide a complete culinary, from snacks, light meals to banquets. Services On-site catering is available to serve until the 2000 portion, with a variety of dishes Indonesia, Oriental or International cuisine that can be customized with themes and specific locations.

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ART CENTRE - BALI INDONESIA

Art Center is located in the village of Sanur, the city of Badung, Denpasar, precisely located at Jl. Sanur in Bali feet. About the trip from the hotel where we stayed ± 5 minutes that can be reached by using buses or motorcycles.

Art Center originated from the story of King Jaya Pangur Kintamani who loved his daughter, because she was so beautiful and charming. Until one day marry the king Jaya Bangus. Marriage is not approved by the Begawan because natural disasters can bring.

Then Jaya Pangus by fate not granted a child until he is planning to meditate on Lake Batur is inhabited by the goddess Danu, and then they got married. Then one day his wife Jaya Pangus worried about her husband, and isterinyapun followed persemedian Jaya Pangus place. He was there to see Jaya Pangus was cuddling with a girl, Dewi Danu had no idea who she was to him, because Jaya Pangus not have a wife confessed. Then Dewi Danu angry and killed the king and queen and turn it into a bird sculpture.

This object has a very strategic place and cool. Art Center has an area of ± 14 hectares. This place is very manicured and beautiful. At the Art Center are some of the sculptures, the building contains exhibits about the exhibition paintings, batik, sculpture, and others. And there is also the venue filled with drama that chairs are made of concrete steel. Plaid cloth as a symbol of "I was you, you are me" Art center is less crowded because this place is history, so not so satisfactory. These objects are too few facilities provided there.

So visitors not so comfortable. The Art Center is not a trader so maybe there's only street peddlers, such as food and beverage vendors. Art Center has a wide, groomed, cool and is a historic place, especially combined with art and painting berceritakan about its history.

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GUNUNG KAWI - BALI

Have you ever heard or visited Pura Gunung Kawi site during your vacation in Bali, or you absolutely no clue blank. in that case because history matters discussed very busy these days I will briefly tell the history of these objects, hopefully useful insights and references added attractions during your vacation in Bali, Beyond the Gate and 315 steps on the riverbank is a Pakerisan river that has historical value are very high, lies Gunung Kawi temple complex. Sightseeing is included in Sukawati area, Gianyar regency about 40 km from Denpasar.

Gunung Kawi about the name is not known for certain origins. But the etymology (the term) is said to come from the Mountain and Mount Kawi, which means the mountain areas and Kawi is a sculpture, so the intention is that there are carvings in the mountains or on the rocks. According to that the history of the kings who ruled Bali Bali, the most famous is the Warmadewa dynasty, King Udayana was derived from this dynasty and he was the son of Queen Campa which was adopted by Warmadewa

As an adult he married the daughter of the master spoon from east Java (kediri) called Gunapriya Dharma Patni, from this marriage grants him down (not the store name lho ... ..) and Child Wungsu. Finally after Erlangga died in 1041, his empire was divided in east Java 2 (two).

Buddhist monk named keBali Mpu Baradah sent to the island of Bali is given to one son grants, but was rejected by the Mpu Kuturan. Next Bali was ruled by King Child Wungsu between 1049-1077 and under pemerintahanya Bali is a fertile area and peaceful. After his death his ashes stored in a temple of Gunung Kawi Temple dikomplek. Writing contained in this site entrance reads "Hajj Lumah Ing Jalu" which means the King is buried in the "Jalu" equal to "heel" of (a rooster) that looks similar to Kris, the words "Ing Jalu" can be interpreted as a guide "This time Kris" or Pakerisan.

King is buried in Jalu referred to is the King Udayana, Wungsu Son, and the consort of King 4 and Prime Minister King. Adjacent to the southeast of the temple complex is located temple (place of residence or boarding the Monk / Buddhist priest). Relic temple and temple at Gunung Kawi is estimated at 11 century BC and also living beings Bergama tolerance at that time which should be an example and model for us at this time, learn from the wisdom of the past ... .... Visiting the site is Gunung Kawi Temple, you insight and captivating natural beauty. Welcome to tourism in Bali,

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