Bandung Tourism

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 .

Sam Poo Kong Temple Tourism

Sam Poo Kong Temple or gedong Stone is a Chinese temple located in the area Simongan , Semarang , Indonesia . This place is a haven once said to Admiral Cheng Ho , a Chinese explorer who are Muslims .
Sam Poo Kong temple is famous up to foreign , even doing a spot that has been set by the Chinese government as a tourist destination for travelers from China . The most unique tourist destination by Chinese Muslims and / or Islam cultural nuances , not the Chinese cultural nuances inherent with incense and candles . This is due to the Chinese Muslims of Yunnan Province is very familiar and well know and believe that Admiral Zheng as warlords Persian envoy of Chinese descent have an Islamic background .
Building the core of this temple is a stone cave and is the main point of this location . This stone cave believed to be the initial landing and the headquarters of Admiral Zheng He and his men during a visit to the island of Java . In it there is a statue that is believed sabagai statue of Sam Poo Tay Djien or Admiral Zheng . At this location can also be found the altar and the tomb of Admiral Cheng Ho's confidence while in Java , which is often visited by visitors to pilgrimage .

Giving the name of the building / buildings are quite unique given based on the naming of objects from the ship . For example , Mbah Kyai Cundrik Earth is where all types of weapons that are used to arm boat crew . Kiai / Nyai Tumpeng relating to the affairs of the food on the ship and put Kiai Djangkar place anchors . While Mbah Djurumudi suspected / believed to be the tomb of the helmsman ship . In the building dihiasai with various paintings and sculptures depicting Zheng trip to Java including the two pillars on the surface of the main building .

Architecture Travel in Sam Po Kong
Visiting Sam Po Kong temple is an architectural tour for me . Various forms are eclectic architectural appeared in the temple area . From the shape of the pyramid roof Javanese , Chinese roof and interior architecture , as well as some decorations are reminiscent of the carved stone temples in Java .
There are many interesting things that I have met there . A boat with a tree that is believed to locals as the tree grows from the anchor being thrown by Cheng Ho , draw attention to the shape of the hanging roots that is similar to the anchor chain .

Then , a kiln in the form of a pumpkin , reminds me of a childhood fairy tale that tells the story of the fruit that fell from heaven . Fruit that falls from heaven is a pumpkin , perhaps because it was burning prayer in it will speed up the " letter " to heaven .
Two dragons , which is typical of the real China , also reminds me of the usual two dragons meet on either side of the house or temple architecture of Java . A picture on the wall murals also depict two dragons came out from behind the waves of the sea gelagak trying to swallow a rounded shape that may symbolize the sun . " Sun " is located right above the entrance to the main cave .

The world of design is always borrowed from various parts of the world . Picture " broken machete " on batik is very similar to the decoration of the group object cognate with Dong Son Drum , also known as Moko Drum , drum known for rain . Likewise, in the temple area we could find the elements of design that mixes between that come from outside the local culture .

Existing altar table use in the typical carved wooden legs using Java ( Jepara models ) with tendrils that adorn the trees and flowers .
The frosting on some sculptures that time I could not look , also decorated with carvings typical Java seems to originate from the design bermaknakan " mega " or the cloud .
This temple is also decorated with trip details Zheng He visited the island of Java , and who knows how many more are still an attractive addition that can be extracted from this place .

Although the people of Chinese descent in Semarang gedong stone temple is a place of prayer , worship , and seeking Chiam sie ( forecast ) , apparently international tourists from China more dominant is tourists who are Muslims . It appears centuries after Zheng He passed away , he still invites the group to visit the island of Java, such as that used routinely done .

Bromo Tourism

Mount Bromo ( from Sanskrit : Brahma , one of the main Hindu Gods ) , is a volcano is still active and most famous as a tourist attraction in East Java . As a tourist attraction , Mount Bromo become attractive because of its status as the volcano is still active .

This mountain has a height of 2392 meters above sea level located in four regions , namely Probolinggo , Pasuruan , Lumajang and Malang Regency . Mount Bromo mesh body shape between valleys and canyons with a caldera or a sea of ​​sand covering approximately 10 square kilometers .

Mount Bromo has a crater with a diameter of ± 800 meters ( north - south ) and ± 600 meters ( east - west ) . While the danger area of ​​a circle with a radius of 4 km from the central crater of Bromo .
Do not say you 've been to East Java when not set foot in this beautiful volcano . Mount Bromo Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park is unique with sea sand area of ​​5250 hectares at an altitude of 2392 m above sea level . You can climb Mount Bromo riding and through the stairs and saw the sun rise . Look at how captivating charm of the Sun rising and setting of the time will be a deep personal experience when you see it in person .
To get to Mount Bromo , you can fly from Juanda International Airport in Surabaya. Sriwijaya Air flies twice daily from Jakarta to Malang .

From there , you can continue the journey to Mount Bromo to book a travel agent or the car driving route Surabaya - Pasuruan - Wonokitri - Mount Bromo . This perjalanaan spent 2 to 3 hours .

There are three other entrances besides the above lines , the Village Cemorolawang when you pass through Probolinggo , Village Ngadas when you pass through Malaysia, and Burno village lane when passing from Lumajang . All of this pathway can be reached comfortably on four-wheeled vehicles .

Usually these routes or paths used are :
1 . Pasuruan - Warung Dowo - Tosari - Wonokitri - Mount Bromo , within 71 miles .
2 . Malang - Overlapping - Klakah Shack - Jemplang - Mount Bromo , within 53 miles .
3 . Malang - Purwodadi - Nongkojajar - Tosari - Wonokitri - Penanjakan , within 83 miles .

To be up in time to see the sunrise , you should leave with a little computation time , or can stay at one of the hotels in Prigen , Tretes to make sure you are on the slopes of the crater before sunrise .

When in Bromo , if you do not use private vehicles , 4X4 vehicles selalunya available to take you to the rental commonplace enough to get another experience like this . It is rather expensive when to go and bear all the costs themselves . When clustered , the cost burden will be light .

From the top of Mount Penanjakan at an altitude of 2,770 m , tourists from all over the world come to see the sunrise Mount Bromo . The scenery is amazing and you will hear only the sound of camera shots that capture the moment when travelers can not be obtained elsewhere . When the incredible sunrise where you 'll see the foreground of Mount Semeru smoke in the distance and the sun shining brightly up into the sky .

For residents of Bromo ( Tengger ) , Mount Brahma ( Bromo ) believed to be a sacred mountain . Once a year the ceremony Tengger Yadnya Kasada or Kasodo . The ceremony was held at a temple located at the foot of Mount Bromo and proceed north to the top of Mount Bromo . The ceremony was held at midnight to early morning every full moon around 14 or 15 in Kasodo ( tenth ) according to the Javanese calendar .

There are many simple guesthouses and hotels in the vicinity of Mount Bromo . Bromo guesthouse located in Ngadisari is 3 km from the slopes of the crater or you can choose another hotel in Cemorolawang located on the slopes of the crater .
You can also stay in Tretes , Pasuruan , or Malang . This is the closest towns to Bromo with cool shades mountain resort . There was also a lot of nice hotels that offer a spectacular view of Mount Semeru and Mount Arjuna .