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Karimunjawa National Park: A Captivating Tropical Paradise in North Java

Located in the Java Sea, approximately 83 kilometers from the northern coast of Jepara, Karimunjawa Island is one of Indonesia's exotic marine tourism destinations. Known as the "Caribbean of Java," this archipelago offers the charm of white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, and diverse marine life. Karimunjawa is a perfect destination for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts, and those seeking to experience the beauty of pristine tropical nature. Karimunjawa consists of 27 small islands, of which only a few are inhabited, while most are uninhabited, surrounded by crystal clear waters. This makes Karimunjawa a favorite destination for snorkeling, diving, and enjoying the beauty of the beaches. Karimunjawa has been designated a National Park by the Jepara government since March 15, 2001. Karimunjawa is home to coral reefs, mangroves, coastal forests, and nearly 400 species of marine life, including 242 species of ornamental fish. Wonderful Indonesia: Some of the rare fauna...

Wae Rebo, the Story of a Village Above the Clouds

Wae Rebo is a traditional village located in a remote hamlet in Manggarai Regency, East Nusa Tenggara Province. Known as the village above the clouds, Wae Rebo is located at an altitude of 1000 meters above sea level surrounded by beautiful hills. Wae Rebo was declared by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage in August 2012, beating 42 other countries. To reach Wae Rebo, visitors must travel about 6 km from Dintor Village to Denge Village by motorcycle. The journey from Denge to Wae Rebo approximately takes 3 hours of hiking through a remote area surrounded by dense unspoiled forests, crossing rivers, and crossing the lip of a cliff. Although the location is far from the crowds and difficult to reach, Wae Rebo Village is very famous, especially by foreign tourists from European countries because of its architectural design that has a high appeal. One of the highlights of Wae Rebo Village is its traditional cone-shaped houses with roofs made of palm leaves. The villagers' handicrafts,...

Batu Layar Tomb, a Reassuring Religious Tourism Destination in Lombok

Footage Nusantara - Lombok Island has several tours that make anyone amazed by its beauty and uniqueness. Not only natural tourism, Lombok Island also has religious tourism such as the Bayan Beleq Ancient Mosque, several ancient mosques in Central Lombok, Loang Baloq Tomb, and of course what will be discussed this time, Batu Layar Tomb. Batu Layar Tomb is in the Senggigi area, West Lombok, NTB, not far from Senggigi Beach. The tomb is the resting place of a propagator of Islam, believed to be named Sheikh Sayid. This tomb is also sacred by the people of Lombok. Batu Layar Tomb is usually crowded with pilgrims from various regions in Lombok during weekends, and during Islamic holidays such as Eid Topat and after Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. In addition, in Lombok in general there is a unique tradition called Lebaran Topat. The tradition is still carried out by the Sasak Tribe in the week after Eid al-Fitr (Syawalan). So, after Eid al-Fitr, they will fast again for 6 days, after which t...

The Charm of the Eastern Tip of Indonesia, Enjoying the Sunset on Padar Island

Footage Nusantara - Of course, you are already familiar with the natural beauty of East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). In addition to the uniqueness of Komodo Island and Pink Beach, there is Padar Island which is a must-visit when on holiday to NTT. Padar Island, which is currently hyped among tourists, is a tourist favorite. This exotic island holds a beauty that makes anyone hypnotized and fascinated. The third largest island in NTT, which is located between Rinca Island and Komodo Island, West Manggarai Regency, has also been designated as a world heritage by UNESCO because it is part of the Komodo National Park. Padar Island Labuan Bajo has an attraction that is no less beautiful than the other islands around Komodo National Park. Its location is in Komodo District, West Manggarai Regency, East Nusa Tenggara Province (NTT). Padar Island has several very interesting natural beauties so many tourists are willing to cross the sea to come to Padar Island Labuan Bajo. The goal is to see the beau...