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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...

Adityawarman Museum, A Trace of West Sumatra's Cultural Heritage

In addition to its natural and culinary attractions, West Sumatra also has several educational and cultural attractions that are also worth visiting. Of the many educational attractions, the Adityawarman Museum is the main reference that you must visit. This museum is one of the most important museums that highlights the history of the Minangkabau people and their cultural heritage from prehistoric times to the modern era. Here we can get to know the various knick-knacks of the life of the Minang people from the collections they have. Adityawarman Museum is located at Jalan Diponegoro No. 10, Belakang Tangsi Village, Padang Barat Subdistrict, Padang City. Standing in the middle of 2.6 hectares of land, the museum with a building area of around 2,855 square meters was built by taking architectural inspiration from bagonjong houses or Gadang houses which are characteristic of traditional Minangkabau architectural styles. The bagonjong house itself is a house on stilts with a roof that mi...

Carolina Beach: A Must-Visit Tourist Destination in Padang

Footage Nusantara - Padang City, which is famous for the legend of Malin Kundang, turns out to have a hidden gem that is worth visiting, namely Carolina Beach. If you are planning a trip to Padang, this beach can be included in your itinerary. Carolina Beach is the right destination to meet all your vacation needs. Because this place offers many interesting attractions that are offered to tourists when visiting this place. Carolina Beach Location Carolina Beach, located on Jl. Padang Painan, South Bungus, Bungus Teluk Kabung, Padang City, West Sumatra, is a marine tourism destination that is easily accessible and ready to welcome its visitors. Either by private vehicle or public transportation, the trip to this beach will feel easy and enjoyable. For those of you who want to enjoy flexibility and comfort, traveling by private vehicle is the right choice. The trip from the center of Padang to Carolina Beach takes about 30-40 minutes with a distance of about 21 kilometers. Make sure to ...

Gigi Hiu Beach, a Photogenic Destination in Lampung

Footage Nusantara - Lampung never runs out of beautiful and captivating natural attractions, including Gigi Hiu Beach. Located in Kelumbayan District, Tanggamus Regency, Lampung, this beach presents a different panorama from other beaches. You will be presented with a view of large coral rocks that dashingly rise from the sea like shark teeth. The sound of the waves hitting the coral reefs stunned you by their natural beauty. Gigi Hiu Beach is also known to have quite large waves, so it is not suitable for snorkeling or swimming activities. The number of sharp corals is also feared to injure visitors. However, this beach is perfect for those who like to hunt for photos or videos. The best time to enjoy the beauty of the beach is in the morning before sunrise and the afternoon before sunset. The orange sunlight will further enhance the results of photos or videos. When the tide is low, you can walk along the rocks and even climb one of them. This nature tourism is also equipped with fa...

The Beauty of Ulu Kasok Tourist Village, Nicknamed Riau's Raja Ampat

Footage Nusantara - The beauty of Raja Ampat is indeed famous abroad, it is no wonder that many people want to visit this place. Unfortunately, the cost of traveling to Raja Ampat is not cheap, not to mention accommodation and others. Alternatively, you can visit Ulu Kasok, a tourist destination in Kampar Regency, Riau. Located in Pulau Gadang Village, Koto Kampar, Bukit Ulu Kasok. Ulu Kasok is not Raja Ampat, but this tourist destination offers beauty like that popular tourist site with a cluster of islands surrounded by water. The difference is, if the islands in Raja Ampat are surrounded by sea, then in Ulu Kasok you will find small islands surrounded by lake water. From a distance, Ulu Kasok is very similar to Raja Ampat which is full of coral islands wrapped in blue ocean. Ulu Kasok is also an artificial lake, Ulu Kasok used to be just a village, the PLTA relocated the residents there with the aim of creating the Koto Panjang Hydroelectric Power Plant project. Ulu Kasok is taken...

Huta Raja Ulos Village is a Batak Cultural Heritage in Samosir

Footage Nusantara - Samosir with all its beauty holds many wealth of attractions, both natural and cultural tourism. Samosir presents cultural tourism, one of which is Ulos Village in Hutaraja. Hutaraja Ulos Village in Pangururan District, Samosir Regency, is the center of North Sumatra's Ulos weaving craft. This village is even considered one of the best tourist villages in the Lake Toba Super Priority Tourism Destination (DSP) area. Every year, this Ulos Village always holds festivals including the Hita Do Hutaraja Festival (we are Huta Raja), and Lake Toba Batak Cultural Festival, whose driving force is Batak youth from various cities in Indonesia. During this festival, tourists can enjoy various Batak cultural activities, such as ulos exhibition, culinary, tor-tor, and fashion shows conducted by the community ranging from fashion shows for children, teenagers, and parents. This festival serves as an effort to preserve Batak culture and increase tourist awareness of Batak cultu...

Lake Toba is A Must Visit Destination When Visiting North Sumatra

Footage Nusantara - Lake Toba is the largest volcanic lake in the world, located in North Sumatra Province, Indonesia. This lake has an area of ​​more than 1,145 square kilometers, a length of 100 kilometers, a width of 30 kilometers, and a depth of 508 meters. Lake Toba is thought to have been formed from the eruption of Mount Toba which occurred around 74,000 years ago. The first eruption formed a caldera on the south side, the second eruption on the north side, and the third, largest eruption turned Mount Toba into Lake Toba. UNESCO has designated the Toba caldera as a Global Geopark or world heritage.  Lake Toba offers stunning natural views, clear water, and amazing natural beauty. One of the characteristics of this lake is the volcanic island in the middle called Samosir Island, which has almost the same area as the neighboring country, namely Singapore. Samosir Island is home to Toba Batak culture which is rich in unique traditions. Lake Toba is one of the largest lakes in ...