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Bali (Indonesia), When it comes to Bali, often the word “paradise” comes to mind. In fact, this island is full of clichés: the world class surfing, a paradise for food, beautiful sandy beaches, wild and crazy night life … But if a vaccine is usually a set of misconceptions, here’s the topic turns out to be true, as all the elements mentioned above can be found in Bali. Above all, Bali has a unique culture made up of legends and ancient myths, and beyond, is a very open mind. With its international reputation in many art forms such as dance, music, painting, sculpture, Bali is not surprising to do so. Kuta, Despite his notorious lifestyle festival, has things to Kuta lot to offer and is the ideal gateway for your adventure in Bali. Yes, it is 10 minutes from Denpasar airport and Bemo, motorbike or taxi, not far from cities like Seminiak, Ubud and Lovina. Apart from that, you can enjoy Kuta for its beautiful sunsets and golden sand. There is also a reasonable number of places to shop to buy crafts, batik and local souvenirs.
Ubud, Ubud is a small town about 45 minutes from Kuta. Famous and justly called the center of the art scene in Bali, Ubud provides a romantic and intelligent. Ubud is located 300 m above sea level and has a cold climate. The latter fact makes it a perfect place to escape the heat and the amount of other Balinese villages. Ubud town is a concentrate of culture, typical Balinese architecture, and the desire for knowledge. It is the best place on the island to have a real glimpse of Bali are Hindu. Heritage and delight all those curious people who want and inspired to experience something more fun and sun. Recent years have FEWS Ubud inevitably lost some of its charm as the ruthless machinery of mass tourism affects every city. However, if the center is a bit noisier and more competitive than ever, the alleys and corners that are located far from well worth a visit and is a real must put first on your to do list. There, traditional dance night, making it so special and popular Ubud is amazing. Many beautiful rice fields around Ubud and is a relaxing activity and interesting to do. Many people like to rent bikes and ride through the rice fields. There are many temples, historic sites, museums and galleries worth a visit. The icing on the cake is that every landscape that will accompany you, is breathtaking, so bring your camera. Whether the long tracks of art galleries and the beautiful green fields, you will be charmed by Ubud.
Borobudur (in Yogyakarta) (Indonesia), Together, the temple of Angkor Wat, Borobudur is one of the greatest wonders of Southeast Asia, and certainly the most prestigious monument in Indonesia. It is a Buddhist temple located about 40 km northwest of Yogyakarta. Pilgrimage, Borobudur is a UNESCO World Heritage Site today. It has a lot of drama behind. According to some sources, was built around 800 AD, but it is unclear who exactly, and 75 years were needed to complete its construction. When the heyday Buddhist and the people, sank into oblivion under the monument to the volcanic ash and jungle, which has grown more. The “Second Life” in 1814, when Stamford Raffles (Singapore Discoverer) was a Dutch engineer Cornelius discovery ‘of the public. All the credit was given to Raffles although not involved in the embryonic dig.
After this discovery, the region was under the careful archaeological and at the same time was a bit more appreciated. Being a World Heritage site, it was renovated between 1975 and 1982. Now it attracts tourists, but especially the pilgrims from all over the world and is the most sacred place of worship for all Buddhists in Indonesia. This is a wonderful and unique, you can go to Borobudur Waisak during the festival (during the full moon in May). This ceremony celebrates the birth, life and death of Buddha, with a long procession, which passes Candi Borobudur Mendut. It ‘the perfect opportunity to see all the rituals that involved a Buddhist ceremony. This is a colorful, memorable and spiritual experience. Borobudur is shaped like a mandala. Mandala is a circular chart, which has its roots in the traditions of Tibet. The whole temple is a representation of the body, speech and mind of Buddha. All buildings and statues of living in harmony, and all the elements that make up the Borobudur are part of the model, you need meditation. It has a real and spiritual guidance to the pilgrims of their way to find and reach Nirvana.
Tana Toraja, Sulawesi (Indonesia), Tana Toraja, or the “Land of the Heavenly Kings” is an area that is located in the hills of Sulawesi, Indonesia. Makale two cities important in this region, the capital, and in Rantepao, the largest city. The Toraja are an ethnic group living. They are mostly Christians, but to obey their cultural heritage and stick to it. Tana Toraja is nothing compared to what they have seen or experienced before. You will be amazed by their culture. Tana Toraja What is so special and unique funeral ritual is the dramatic and his fascination for the dead. Ceremony of death in Tana Toraja, A range of beliefs and rituals accompany Toraja people’s daily lives. When someone dies, it is believed that the deceased is not separated directly from the family, as he continues to protect and save them by bringing them good luck. So when the funeral is considered the most important event in the life of Toraja, it takes time for families to save money to buy a buffalo. In fact, burials accompanied by sacrifices of buffaloes and pigs. The most important of the deceased, as the buffalo. Some dances are performed, the dancers’ outfits based on traditional warrior dress and weapons. Therefore, the funeral can occur long after the death. Season funeral takes place during the months of July and August, so it naturally attracts more tourists and curious than usual. Do not hesitate a bit off the beaten track to have the best collection of this incredible life Toraja, or in the future for the rest of the year. Makale, the capital of the regency of Tana Toraja. Rantepao is the cultural heart of Tana Toraja, and is a good starting point for your adventure in Tana Toraja. A must is the market of Rantepao, Bolu Pass.
Nias (Indonesia), Indonesia’s Nias Island is an island located west of Sumatra. It is a heavenly place known as the turquoise waters and, above all, the fact that a great surf spot. Why, in fact, a major source of income and surfing the local spices. It is a place of international fame, known as the surf world class waves, the most popular site Lagundri Bay. In addition to these features surfing, Nias is blessed with spectacular scenery and lots of other water activities to do: Fishing, Diving In fact, the waters are very rich. The people of Nias, which is called “Ono Niha” (meaning “children of the people”) will surprise you with their culture strong. They live simply and are very welcoming to tourists. Making a living primarily by fishing or farming, they live in old traditional houses, built with heavy forest and after a specific architecture to withstand the wrath of the weather.
Only three hours drive from Medan, Lake Toba is the largest in Southeast Asia, and only covers a vast area of ??1707 square kilometers. Sitting in the middle of this huge expanse of water sitting in Pulau Samosir (Samosir Island), which is almost as big as Singapore! Lake has formed quite a gigantic volcanic eruption about 70,000 years ago and sits on the What is the largest caldera on earth. In fact, it would probably be a head of external space to have a really good picture of this huge, dormant, fire breather, as well as its size.
Samosir Island and the Toba area are gneeral spiritual and cultural home of the Indonesian population of Batak Christian majority, one of the most vibrant and friendly ethnic groups in the country. Toba used to be a very popular tourist attraction in the past, although the number of immigrants has declined in recent years. This means, however, that the crowd on the lake, the prices are cheap, and friendly people are grateful for your custom. Previously, the tourist routes, paths, Toba Samosir, and are now out of it, which is worth a visit if you are looking for a relaxing holiday. Nice music, warm and hot volcanic Batak clear waters of the lake itself, which lies amid stunning mountain scenery, should be the food of the soul. Ferries leave every hour in the hotels and pensions section of people from the coast in Tuk Tuk Samosir. The lakeside town of Parapat is the ferry terminal and place of the head leaving Medan.
When you reach Samosir itself, why not rent a bicycle or a motorcycle and take a tour of the island? The scenery is beautiful, almost no traffic and there are many beautiful places in which to stop and take a dip in the soothing waters of the lake. In Panururan, on the west side of the island you will find some hot springs to enjoy all Simanindo, a Batak Museum, which puts on dance shows regularly. If not, why not head out the main area of ??Tuk Tuk to the waterfall mountain behind it? It is lovely place to walk and there’s a refreshing swim awaits you at the end.