Bandung is the
biggest metropolitan city in West Java and the capital of the province. It is
located 140 km southeast of Jakarta , and is the third largest city in
Indonesia after Jakarta and Surabaya by population . While Bandung Raya (
London Metropolitan Region ) is the third largest metropolitan in Indonesia
after the Greater Jakarta and Gerbangkertosusila ( Grebangkertosusilo ) . In
this historic town , stands an engineering college in Indonesia ( Technische
Hoogeschool te Bandoeng - TH Bandung , Bandung Institute of Technology now -
ITB ) , the scene of the battle at the time of independence , and was once the
site of the 1955 Asian-African Conference , a meeting who voiced the spirit of
anti- colonialism , even the Prime Minister of India Jawaharlal Nehru in his
speech said that London is the capital of Asia and Africa .
In 1990 the city of Bandung to be one of the safest cities in the world by Time
magazine survey .
City flower is another name for the city , because in earlier times was
considered very beautiful city with many trees and flowers that grow there .
Additionally Bandung formerly referred to as Parijs van Java because of its
beauty . In addition it is also known as the Bandung city shopping , with malls
and factory outlets are widely spread in the city , and today the city of
Bandung gradually also become culinary tourism . And in 2007 , the British
Council made the city of Bandung as a pilot project for the most creative
city East Asia . Today, the city of Bandung is one of the main destinations of
tourism and education .
The word " London " is derived from the weir or dam because
terbendungnya Citarum River by lava of Mount Tangkuban Perahu and form a lake .
Legend told by older people in London say that the name " London " is
taken from a water vehicle which consists of two boats tied up alongside the
boat called used by the Regent of Bandung Bandung , RA Wiranatakusumah II , to
sail Ci Tarum in finding the seat of the new district to replace the old
capital in Dayeuhkolot .
Bandung geographically is seen surrounded by mountains , and it shows that in
the past the city of Bandung is indeed a pond or lake . Sangkuriang legend is a
legend that tells of how the formation of lake Bandung , and how the creation
of Mount Tangkuban Perahu , then how about London leaving a dry lake basin as
it is today . The water of the lake Bandung dry according to the legend as it
flows through a cave named Sangkyang Tikoro .
Area last remnants of Bandung which becomes dry lake is Aksan Situ , who in the
1970's is still a place berpariwisata lake , but now has become a residential
area for settlement .
Since Cipularang Toll Road opened , Bandung became a major destination for
enjoying the weekend , especially for the people of Jakarta and surrounding
areas . Many tourist attractions that you can visit in Bandung ranging from
natural attractions , culinary , historical attractions , tourist children ,
shopping or shopping place . In Bandung there are also many relics of the
Netherlands and one example is the State House .And Here is an interesting
tourist spot in the city that you can visit in Bandung :
1.Gedung Sate
located at Jalan Diponegoro No. . 22 , Village Cihaurgeulis , District
small hole . Environmental Gedung Sate is a historical district , because the
ancient buildings of the Dutch East Indies colonial period of relative plenty ,
such as the Museum of Geology , Museum Pos Indonesia , Dwiwarna Building , Home
Living and so on ,
Sate Building ornaments influenced Hinduism and Islam .
On the front facade
wall ornaments are traditional in character , such as building a Hindu temple ,
while in the midst of the main building Gedung Sate , there is a tower with a
roof stacking ( overlap ) as Meru in Bali or pagoda roof . The unique shape of
the building into shape as a fusion of eastern and western architectural styles
. The art style building combines traditional architectural style with finesse
Indonesian western construction techniques called Indo - Eropeesche
architectuur Stijl ( Indo - European architectural style ) . At the peak there
were six Sate skewer menyimbulkan six million guilders were spent as the cost
of construction .
Gedung Sate can be used as a historical tourist attraction , because in this
region there are other historic buildings such as the Museum of Geology and
Building Dwiwarna . Moreover, it can be used as material for the study of
European architecture student / learner . Gedung Sate when used as historical
attractions sought on holidays or national holidays so as not to disrupt the
activities of the office as well as the licensing and safety must be optimized
.
2.Cihampelas
Walk ( Ciwalk )
is one of the
luxury shopping center in Bandung . This mall was established in 2004. The shopping
mall is different , clean and comfortable . It is conditioned to provide
comfort to the visitors to make it more convenient shopping .
Cihampelas walk in the afternoon, evening and night will be a different
atmosphere . The light from each outlet and the main building at night will
give a different atmosphere , not to mention the cascade and winding decorative
lights hanging in the trees surrounding the outdoor Ciwalk .
In 2009 Ciwalk provide new variation for visitors . Namely the CX Cihampelas
Walk Extension consisting of boutiques , hotels , and a skywalk . Ciwalk
extention is a new breakthrough that will complement the present Cihampelas
Walk shopping area .
In Ciwalk there is a new hotel that is Sensa with standard 4 star hotel with
128 rooms number , so for Ciwalk custemer staying at the hotel feel more
private and exclusive . In addition to the unique design of the hotel resembles
a butterfly in Ciwalk even this complex will be built skywalk .
Presence in the middle Ciwalk already operating in 2009 will add complete
Ciwalk .
3.Mount Tangkuban Perahu
Tangkuban Perahu is one of the very famous tourist spot in Lembang ,
Bandung. Distance from the center of Bandung there are approximately 30 Km .
Tangkuban Perahu is opened from 07:00 and closes at 17:00 . Many dot sights
that you can visit while in the area of Mount Tangkuban Perahu crater like a
queen , Kawah Upas , Domas Crater and Crater Jurig . The view of the crater
like this is perfect to unwind after your berkatifitas and stress daily .
At the site of Mount Tangkuban Perahu is perfect for photos with family or
friends . With the backdrop of the crater of course the images you will be more
beautiful . In the area of Mount Tangkuban Perahu is the air is very cold .
If you intend visiting Mount Tangkuban Perahu do not forget to bring a jacket .
Here you can also buy souvenirs or food items handicrafts . In the vicinity of
Mount Tangkuban Perahu there are also many hotels and villas , so you do not
have to worry if you want to find hotels and villas in the vicinity of Mount
Tangkuban Perahu .
4.White Crater .
From a series of attractions that are found in the mountain forests Ciwidey
tapatnya Ranca Bali , Bandung regency , White was the first crater would you
pass if you are traveling from the city of Bandung . White crater gives a
beautiful view of the charm and distinctive , not surprising that this place is
also often used to place photos, both amateur and professional photos for
purposes of pre-wedding / marriage or other purposes .
Distance from the entrance to the crater about 5 km or 15 minutes by
four-wheeled vehicles . You can use common kendararaan called owed earrings
provided by the manager of the place withou rate Rp . 10,000 PP / person , or
bring their own vehicle up to the crater rim . For a car that wants to go
straight into the crater to be charged Rp . 150,000 / vehicle does not include
entrance fee of Rp . 25,000 / person .
The road to the crater is quite narrow and steep climb , you have to be careful
when passing other vehicles because of the way just enough for one car to be
pulled over the lip into the road , the vehicle also owed the existing
earring sometimes run the vehicle at speeds high enough so dangerous . Our
advice you simply park the vehicle in the parking area at the entrance and use
the public transport facilities available owed earrings . But all of that is
returned to you of course .
White going into the crater area you are going down some stairs to the crater ,
it should be noted that the levels of sulfur in the crater is quite high so
sometimes enough to make you feel uncomfortable while breathing , you should
take cover your nose / scarves or handkerchiefs , or you can purchase tools
cover hudung which is being sold by street vendors at a price of about Rp .
5,000 .
Uniqueness is kawh famous white - beganti crater can change color according to
the sulfur content in the water of the crater , from white , greenish to brown
. Color crater also sometimes affect the color of the rocks in front of him
because of the influence of the refraction of light , these colors are very
beautiful to be immortalized in a photograph .
5.Bosscha
Bosscha
Observatory is the oldest observatory in Indonesia, which was established in
1923 . The observatory became the largest observatory in Indonesia and
Southeast Asia . In the Bosscha you can observe all things / objects in space ,
including stars and planets in outer space there . In here you will find some
of the large telescopes used to observe planets that exist in the Milky Way .
Bosscha is also used by the MIPA - ITB students for learning and doing research
. For hours visit to Bosscha is divided into two , the first at 9:00 a.m. to
1:00 p.m. pm and the second at 17:00 to 20:00 pm . If you intend to visit the
observatory sure on the clock .
6.Broom Sticks
As we have explained in previous articles , Broom Sticks is one of the
romantic places in Bandung . Located on Jl . Sergeant complex Bajuri Graha
Puspa , Lembang , Bandung , this place is perfect for you and your partner to
spend a holiday in London , especially during night hours, Broom Sticks into a
romantic place for you and your partner .
Broom Sticks in the region is still in a rustic atmosphere . Broom Sticks
surrounded by rice fields and also here there is a lake which has a very
beautiful sight . You can hire a boat to sail the lake with your family or your
partner . Here also there is the hotel named Sapulidi Cafe , Resort &
Gallery . You are carrying a family or couple could spend the night with a stay
at this hotel .
4 . Maribaya
Maribaya This is a continuation of Dago Pakar which is a relic of the colonial
Dutch and Japanese . Maribaya famous natural forest park . Maribaya a forest
area in London which include views of towering trees and also here there are
waterfalls and hot springs . From this Maribaya you can also see sights that
are so beautiful waterfall Omas .
This Maribaya region is broad enough to be explored , you will definitely have
to explore the fatigue if Maribaya . But do not be too hard , you can istrihat
in certain places or at stalls in the area of Maribaya . Usually every shop
serves drinks Bandrek body warmers or Bajigur . This drink will cure the cold
due to the air that is in Maribaya is so cool .
5 . De'Ranch
De'Ranch is one of the tourist attractions in London are different than other
tourist attractions . Here you are offered a view of the American cowboy . This
place is perfect for those of you who carry a family vacation , especially if
you have small children you will be guaranteed daughters love this place .
Lots of games are presented in De'Ranch such as horse riding , wagon ride ,
flying fox
, ATV , fishing , cycling , water balloons , darts , fun boat , or
train powpow . This place is very entertaining , especially for the kids . In
addition to the game , here you can also enjoy delicious culinary . You can try
the dumplings Bandung , Karedok , mendoan tempeh , fried rice , or grilled
sausages at this place .
If you intend to Lembang Bandung holiday with a family , make sure you visit
De'Ranch located on Jl Maribaya No. 17 , Lembang , Bandung . Guaranteed you
will feel memorable holiday .
Yes, you heard that right: it is now possible to cycle all the way between
two of Japan's major islands, Honshu and Shikoku, by bicycle - via what is now
perhaps the nation's premier cycle route: the Shimanami Kaido.
"Shima" means island and "nami" means waves, and the name
is appropriate: you cycle across several of the former and directly above the
latter, skipping across the water like a two-wheeled stone, via a series of
spectacular bridges like the one shown here. In return for the great views, you
toss a 50-yen or 100-yen coin into a basket as a toll for each bridge. The
route is exceptionally well marked; it's virtually impossible to get lost. More
to the point, it's an easy 77-kilometer cycle: the only hills you will
encounter are the entrances to each bridge - which, admittedly, can reach
dizzying heights, with the kind of views you'd expect.
