-:INDONESIA:- A Secret Heaven (some damn Breathtaking Pics!) [Archive] - Page 4

aremania19

November 26th, 2007, 04:53 PM

REOG PONOROGO

Reog Ponorogo is a spectacular dance performed by a complete troupe that usually consist of 20-30 people. This dance is originated from Ponorogo, a small city in East Java, INDONESIA. Below is the picture of large gate of Ponorogo, which shows Reog's elements. Here in Ponorogo you will find a lot of Reog dancers and Reog equipments maker!!!

Courtesy: samandiman2007 (FLickr)
Gerbang Ponorogo (Gate of Ponorogo City)
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee186/zhongliang_19/reog_skyscrapers_intl/gerbangponorogo.jpg

What makes Reog Ponorogo famous is that the amazing performance which combines traditional dance with spiritual aspect like trance dance. Reog Ponorogo is actually a complete story based on the legend of Ponorogo Kingdom, dated back on Hindu Period on Java, when the big Kingdom of Majapahit still exist (around 14th century). The story tells the fight of King Kelono Sewandono, his Patih (Prime Minister) Bujang Ganong and their soldiers against King Singo Barong.
More information: http://www.joglosemar.co.id/peoplecult/reog/index.html

this video captures a small but superb Reog Ponorogo performance!:
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There are important components which distinguish Reog Ponorogo from other traditional dances:
1.) Barongan or Dadak Merak; weighed around 50 kg, this huge mask is supported by its player using his teeth. This component is the most distinguished one of Reog Ponorogo show
Courtesy: myudistira (Flickr)
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee186/zhongliang_19/reog_skyscrapers_intl/barongan1.jpg

Courtesy: helmikurniawan (Flickr)
amazing performance of two Dadak Merak!!
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee186/zhongliang_19/reog_skyscrapers_intl/reogponorogo.jpg

2.) King Kelono Sewandono; wearing mask and dances stylishly
Courtesy: t4ro (Flickr)
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee186/zhongliang_19/reog_skyscrapers_intl/klonosewandono1.jpg

3.) Patih Bujang Ganong/Pujangga Anom; wearing mask as well but dances acrobatically, Bujang Ganong's performance is also very attractive
Courtesy: helmikurniawan (Flickr)
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee186/zhongliang_19/reog_skyscrapers_intl/reogponorogo2.jpg

4.) Warok; known as 'spiritual soldiers', their presence during the dance is believed as 'good-luck charm' to the whole performance. Usually they also perform intermediate dance. In real life, they are very famous in Ponorogo itself as spiritual figure.
Courtesy: Flickr
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee186/zhongliang_19/reog_skyscrapers_intl/warok.jpg

5.) Jathilan Dancer; group of good looking soldiers, usually performed by girls, riding 'horses'

XxRyoChanxX

November 27th, 2007, 03:48 AM

PRAMBANAN TEMPLE

photo by:http://iwoth.deviantart.com/

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Kailyas

November 28th, 2007, 11:45 AM

I love Indonesia. Amazing and spectacular!

F-ian

November 29th, 2007, 02:36 PM

The Reog Ponorogo is awesome!Thanks Aremania for the great finds!

here's

The Beautiful & Unique Sasando Instrument from East Nusa Tenggara(West Timor), Indonesia

http://static.flickr.com/1346/815759134_4d1c18c314_o.jpg

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the sasando players

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heheh I want the Hat!^^

http://flickr.com/photos/kei-kecil/507398551/in/set-72157600235171270/

Credited to Franc @flikr

aremania19

November 29th, 2007, 09:09 PM

^^ no problem,, being a hardcore fan of Reog Ponorogo for more than 10 years :D:D:D i want a Sasando too~!!! T_T

aremania19

November 29th, 2007, 09:59 PM

Yadnya Kasada (Kasodo) of Tengger Tribe

Tengger is a tribe of local residents of Mount Bromo, East Java . They live on rural area of Malang, Pasuruan, and Probolinggo. Most of them are Hindu, and it is believed that they are actually direct descendants of Kingdom Majapahit, once known as the biggest kingdom in South East Asia.

Tengger Tribesmen
courtesy: impala.unibraw (Flickr)
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee186/zhongliang_19/indo_skyscrapers/545653690_bc9f35fa6f_o.jpg

Legend
Name "Tengger" is derived from name of a couple: Roro Anteng - Joko Seger. The couple is believed as the first persons who started the ritual Yadnya Kasada (Kasodo) which still carried out until now. Kasodo happens on midnight every 14th or 15th of the month "kasodo" (10th month) according to Javanese calendar. Here, Tengger people will give offerings like crops by throwing it to the crater of the mountain.

More information about the legend: http://www.petra.ac.id/tourism/kasada.htm

Decorating temple, preparing the ritual
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The leader of the ritual
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The offerings
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee186/zhongliang_19/indo_skyscrapers/130a.jpg

credits: www.eastjava.com

pechie

December 1st, 2007, 09:07 PM

beautiful!:)

rilham2new

December 3rd, 2007, 05:59 PM

Never seen Sasando that close :D

Kailyas

December 6th, 2007, 07:47 AM

keindahan alam dan kekayaan budaya memang menjadi bagian dari kelebihan Indonesia. Go Indonesia!!

XxRyoChanxX

December 6th, 2007, 09:36 AM

^ Yup..couldn't agree more :)

aremania19

December 6th, 2007, 06:25 PM

KECAK DANCE of BALI

Kecak Dance is basically a story derived from famous epic Ramayana. This fragment tells about the attempt of Prince Rama to rescue his wife, Dewi Sita (Princess Sita), from the hand of evil King Rahwana (or sometimes known as Ravana). In this attempt, Prince Rama is assisted by monkey soldiers, lead by Hanoman (Hanuman or Anoman)

Formation of Kecak Dance, where the men (as 'monkey soldiers') sit forming a circle, and then other dancer such as Dewi Sita or Hanoman will dance in the middle of the circle
Courtesy: detengase (Flickr)
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee186/zhongliang_19/CULTURE_skyscrapers_intl/1286650168_5d38c61040_o.jpg

Princess Sita
Courtesy: detengase (Flickr)
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Hanoman
Courtesy: hirnschmelze (Flickr)
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The unique thing is that this dance does not use any music instrument. All the voices are the men's voices, in which they immitate the voices of monkeys. Click this video to see a piece of extravagant Kecak Dance!:

(performed on Banjar/village Padan Tegal, Ubud, Bali)
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aremania19

December 7th, 2007, 12:43 AM

KARAPAN SAPI of MADURA

Karapan Sapi (or "Bull Racing") is a big event in Madura Island, East Java. This competition usually take place around August/September in some cities of Madura, with a Grand Final in the end of September or October in Pamekasan city. In this competition, the contestant (jockey) rides a kind of simple carriage drawn by two bulls. The track is around 100 meters long and the race can take 10 - 15 seconds.

courtesy: Peter Wang (Trek Earth)
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courtesy: Robert Indonesia (Flickr)
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BauIng

December 7th, 2007, 10:17 AM

Wow, our country is definitely beautiful !!!

Thx. :okay:

Kailyas

December 11th, 2007, 10:53 AM

Wow, our country is definitely beautiful !!!

Thx. :okay:

Yes. I agreed. If managed properly and with well advertisements, I think tourists will come to Indonesia because no other countries that can offers the beauty of the nature (beaches, mountain, etc) rich culture, and our hospitalities without any needs to copy or imitate other culture of another countries likes our neighbor country. Go Indonesia!:banana::banana:

JAG2

December 11th, 2007, 11:30 AM

Wow, our country is definitely beautiful !!!

Thx. :okay:

Definitely , your country is beautiful , cherish the beauty especially protect the sea /corals ,and your forest.k

paw25694

December 11th, 2007, 12:10 PM

Visit Indonesia Year 2008
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aremania19

December 12th, 2007, 06:57 PM

SAMAN DANCE - ACEH

Saman dance is originated from Gayo plateau of Aceh. It is the most popular Aceh dance because of its dynamism and the precision of dancers' formation. This dance is performed by group of people, singing a song on Aceh language with some Arabic. Usually no music instruments used, instead they make sounds by clapping hands or their chest or thigh.

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee186/zhongliang_19/CULTURE_skyscrapers_intl/saman_dance.jpg

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Saman dance is a major choice of Indonesian students who are abroad when they want to perform an Indonesian traditional dance because it can be performed with a lot of people :)
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XxRyoChanxX

December 12th, 2007, 09:59 PM

^ looks like fun! :)

aremania19

December 13th, 2007, 02:11 PM

^^ it is very enjoyable to perform with a large group like that :D i forgot to tell that the video above was taken during Indonesian Week 2007 in Japan.

rilham2new

December 14th, 2007, 02:21 PM

Visit Indonesia Year 2008
60 seconds TV Advertisement

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WOw great TEASER :)

Kailyas

December 17th, 2007, 09:21 AM

F-ian

December 18th, 2007, 12:57 PM

Land of Superlatives :D

Largest,Smallest,Longest we have it all :colgate:

Two New Mammal Species Discovered In Indonesia's Wilderness

ScienceDaily (Dec. 18, 2007) — A tiny possum and a giant rat were recorded by scientists as probable new species on a recent expedition to Indonesia's remote and virtually unknown "Lost World" in the pristine wilderness of western New Guinea's Foja Mountains. The Foja Wilderness is part of the great Mamberamo Basin, the largest unroaded tropical forest in the Asia Pacific region.

During the June expedition, the team* documented two mammals, a Cercartetus pygmy possum, one of the world's smallest marsupials, and a Mallomys giant rat, both currently under study and apparently new to science. They also recorded the mating displays of several rare and little-known birds for the first time.

"The giant rat is about five times the size of a typical city rat," said Kristofer Helgen, a scientist with the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. "With no fear of humans, it apparently came into the camp several times during the trip."

The film crew obtained the first film documentation of several spectacular birds found in Foja, capturing on tape the full courtship displays of the golden-fronted bowerbird (Amblyornis flavifrons) and of the black sicklebill bird of paradise (Epimachus fastuosus).

They also recorded the "lost" Bird of Paradise -- Parotia berlepschi (known as Berlepsch's six-wired bird of paradise), and the newly described wattled smoky honeyeater (Melipotes carolae), both known only from the Foja Mountains.

The Indonesian Government has declared the region a National Wildlife Sanctuary, and CI continues to work with the government and local communities to build on this conservation success and ensure even greater protection of the area. As the global community searches for solutions to climate change, large untouched forested areas such as these will become more and more valuable as essential carbon sinks.

The cutting and burning of tropical forests worldwide emits at least 20 percent of total global greenhouse gases. Protecting these forests minimizes the impact of climate change while providing direct benefits to local populations, such as fresh water, clean air, food, seed dispersal, pollination and sources of medicines.

*Conservation International (CI) and Indonesia Institute of Science (LIPI) scientists were accompanied by the first film crew to obtain footage of the region and its wildlife on an expedition to the Fojas in June 2007. A National Geographic photographer/scientist and a CBS News camera crew joined the team as they returned to the mountains. CI and LIPI scientists discovered dozens of new plants and animals on their first expedition to the region in late 2005. An account of the 2007 expedition was aired on the CBS News program, "60 Minutes" on Dec. 16.

"It's comforting to know that there is a place on earth so isolated that it remains the absolute realm of wild nature," said CI Vice President Bruce Beehler, who led the expedition. "We were pleased to see that this little piece of Eden remains as pristine and enchanting as it was when we first visited."

CI and LIPI plan another expedition back to the Foja Mountains in late 2008 or 2009. This proposed expedition will seek to survey the summit forests of the highest peak, and the little-studied lower montane elevations. They expect to find additional new species of frogs, mammals, butterflies, and plants.

aremania19

December 19th, 2007, 05:16 PM

Great posting aremania19. Thanks

my pleasure, i'll post more in coming weeks during holiday, stay tune~!

paradyto

December 20th, 2007, 05:09 AM

Great News Farean :okay: :)

XxRyoChanxX

December 21st, 2007, 06:55 AM

BUNAKEN/ MANADO TUA

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F-ian

December 23rd, 2007, 05:21 PM

Dieng Plateau, Central Java

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Ancient Hindu Temple near there (trying to find the name :) )

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BauIng

December 26th, 2007, 01:25 AM

Absolutely beautiful !!! :okay::eek2::applause::omg::bow::master:

Can't wait visiting Indonesia 2008. :cheers2:

paradyto

December 26th, 2007, 01:38 AM

he he he and can't wait for opening Visit Indonesia Year 2008:D

webeagle12

December 26th, 2007, 10:06 AM

nice pics but question is when those pictures were taken?

F-ian

December 26th, 2007, 11:20 AM

most of them are 2005-2007 some are 2000-2004...not that old :) why?

Kailyas

December 28th, 2007, 10:41 AM

Nice pictures:okay:

rilham2new

December 28th, 2007, 10:43 AM

Any Aceh pics ??????? For Commemoration of 3 years of Aceh Massive Tsunami :) ..

I mean the natural beauty :D

paw25694

December 28th, 2007, 03:33 PM

^^ :yes:
Lampuk Beach, Lhok Nga, Aceh
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Sunset @ Krueng Raya, Aceh
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Seulawah Agam Volcano
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Kilometer 0 of Indonesia, Weh Island, Aceh
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F-ian

December 29th, 2007, 08:01 PM

Weh Island, Aceh

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FYI both were taken in 31 August 2007

Geese on the beach :colgate: (Still in Weh Island)

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Rinca Island, Nusa Tenggara Timur

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more of Rinca later

BauIng

December 31st, 2007, 05:15 PM

Beautiful !!! :)

paradyto

January 2nd, 2008, 01:08 AM

It's time to VISIT INDONESIA YEAR 2008!:okay:

Pacific_leopard

January 2nd, 2008, 02:15 AM

Happy New Year Magnificent Indonesia

from the Skyscrapercity Philippines

paw25694

January 2nd, 2008, 05:06 AM

Thanx Pacific Leopard from Philippines! Happy New Year to all :cheers:

Луиc

January 2nd, 2008, 06:56 PM

F-ian

January 4th, 2008, 02:38 PM

Yes! I always knew that Indonesia is part of Paradise on Earth, but the idea that i always had is that people who what´s to visit it are somehow limited to beaches and organized journeys because the feeling of lack of security. Is that true or people are able to visit whatever they want without problems, without being rob.

anywhere you go in the world you'd always have to plan before you get there and be cautious wheather its Moscow, Milan, Dubai or even Tokyo..why do you think that when you go to Indonesia you'd automatically be robbed? 5 Milion tourist visited Indonesia last year and the people who got problems are only 0.5%...

I'd say the chances of you being robbed is or having a problem is less than having a car crash. Also people usually go on organized Journeys because the place where they go are pretty hard to find and since English is not the Mothertongue language of Indonesian, it might be hard to communicate (well mostly in deep villages, in Indonesian Cites/towns nowadays Indonesians pretty much understand what your saying).

Remember that Indonesia is a continent size Big Country (why its even longer than US or Australia).. if you ever get problem just go to another place in Indonesia.. simple... :cheers: anymore Qs just ask in the Indonesian Forum, we'll be glad to help

F-ian

January 4th, 2008, 03:05 PM

Green Canyon, Pangandaran, West Java

better pics :drool: remember, best time to go there is in the Dry season (in Rainy Season the water is muddy and the current is strong)

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more pics later :)

BauIng

January 4th, 2008, 10:05 PM

Nice !!!

BauIng

January 10th, 2008, 09:33 AM

Fa, where are you ?? :D

rilham2new

January 11th, 2008, 02:02 PM

Brastagi - a small town on a highland with cool climate *North Sumatra Province

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F-ian

January 14th, 2008, 07:22 PM

Ritz Carlton Pacific Place

Jakarta's Second Ritz Carlton Hotel :cheers:

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revolving tv :D

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Pacific Bay @ Pacific Place Mall
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sorry just being random :cheers:

_BPS_

January 14th, 2008, 08:12 PM

Amazing Pics!!!

I'll try my hardest to visit Indonesia this summer. What is the best time of the year to visit? Winter or summer?

Ever heard of the Chocolate Hills?

we have something Similar ;)

Karang Bolong, Central Java

http://img144.imageshack.us/img144/235/11000652vp9.jpg

Why is it called Chocolate Hills?

XxRyoChanxX

January 14th, 2008, 11:48 PM

chocolate hills is in the phillippines.

the one in Indonesia is called "Karang Bolong"

F-ian

January 15th, 2008, 06:02 PM

Amazing Pics!!!

I'll try my hardest to visit Indonesia this summer. What is the best time of the year to visit? Winter or summer?

go to the Indonesian Subforum and ask... I think my buddies up there know when it the right time ;)

ace4

January 15th, 2008, 07:01 PM

Amazing Pics!!!

I'll try my hardest to visit Indonesia this summer. What is the best time of the year to visit? Winter or summer?

there's only wet and dry season in Indonesia... i think it is best to visit around April - October when it is less likely to rain heavily (during the dry season). then again please feel free to visit the Indonesia SSC forum to get further information :)

rilham2new

January 17th, 2008, 08:50 AM

Yeah, enjoy a warmly welcome from Indonesian )

F-ian

January 19th, 2008, 11:53 AM

Ijen Resort Central Java

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Martua Paradise Resort, Martua Island, East Kalimantan (Borneo) in the Derawan Islands/Archipelago :drool:

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BTW the Photo was Taken in 06-12-07

More info on the resort => http://www.travel-library.com/cabinchalet/asia/indonesia/maratua/maratua_paradise_resort.html#pictures

Dayym I wanna go there!

Kailyas

January 21st, 2008, 10:37 AM

Yeah, great place to be visited and really peacefull.^^

XxRyoChanxX

January 22nd, 2008, 09:59 AM

^ i wanna go there...

JAG2

January 22nd, 2008, 09:26 PM

http://img210.imageshack.us/img210/38/jogyakarta20082ml6.jpg

JAG2

January 22nd, 2008, 09:26 PM

http://img244.imageshack.us/img244/566/jogyakarta20084yj0.jpg

JAG2

January 22nd, 2008, 09:27 PM

http://img244.imageshack.us/img244/6388/jogyakarta20085vj4.jpg

BauIng

January 24th, 2008, 05:50 PM

Wow very nice pics guys !!! :okay:

Venantio

January 24th, 2008, 07:17 PM

Borobudur scenery

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2184/2215248689_056a0a42f5.jpg

Candi Ijo, Yogyakarta

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2108/2215250061_ed8fde50d4_o.jpg

Kailyas

January 25th, 2008, 10:18 AM

Thanks to Nick and Venantio for your nice shots.

BauIng

January 26th, 2008, 12:14 PM

Nice Temple !!!

XxRyoChanxX

January 26th, 2008, 09:34 PM

trunyan Bali

http://fc.deviantart.com/fs21/i/2007/295/f/f/lost_in_paradise____by_bluesfunny.jpg

Venantio

January 27th, 2008, 03:23 AM

trunyan Bali

http://fc.deviantart.com/fs21/i/2007/295/f/f/lost_in_paradise____by_bluesfunny.jpg

^^ Trunyan? I thought it is Kintamani...??

F-ian

February 1st, 2008, 08:57 AM

Madakaripura Waterfall,East Java

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http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2375/1973664371_eb0fc7ef8b_o.jpg

look at the size of that guy!

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rilham2new

February 1st, 2008, 09:28 AM

^^ Trunyan? I thought it is Kintamani...??

Trunyan is located on Kintamani's lowland. Trunyan is only some minutes drive from Kintamani. CMIIW

Venantio

February 1st, 2008, 12:35 PM

Trunyan is located on Kintamani's lowland. Trunyan is only some minutes drive from Kintamani. CMIIW

I know it, I meant the photograph was taken from a restaurant located in Kintamani, not Trunyan. I might be wrong, but my photograph of Kintamani that I posted in this thread a few times ago, in my opinion, was taken from the same restaurant, if I'm not mistaken. And it is located in Kintamani.

Trunyan lies at the lake side. It can be seen from the restaurant, either can Mount Batur. CMIIW...

But, actually this place has amazing panorama...

marte

February 1st, 2008, 04:22 PM

a fantastic compilation ... Indonesia's landscapes and cities are breathtaking indeed

Venantio

February 1st, 2008, 07:06 PM

a fantastic compilation ... Indonesia's landscapes and cities are breathtaking indeed

^^^^^^ Yeahh... Thanks a lot, you should visit Indonesia some time. As you know, this year is the very best year for you to come to Indonesia. Come here, be our guest....

Visit Indonesia and enjoy the beauties of the country. There you will find various compilations of these beauties: beautiful beaches, unbelievable ancient heritages, cities, various cultures, waterfalls, mountains, hills, paddy plantations, very rare and strange animals that cannot be found outside Indonesia, and so on....

XxRyoChanxX

February 2nd, 2008, 10:55 PM

Jayapura Bay

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2358/2203459140_80d2e962bd_b.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2011/2185857826_5f94b0e4cf_b.jpg

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Jayapura

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http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2313/2122523100_d35b3bd03c_b.jpg

XxRyoChanxX

February 2nd, 2008, 10:57 PM

PUNCAK

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2176/1529879546_78ee2a2dcd_b.jpg
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1333/609702422_b377458a54_b.jpg

XxRyoChanxX

February 2nd, 2008, 11:00 PM

Mt. JAYA

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1101/1375090634_4060320a02_b.jpg

BauIng

February 6th, 2008, 05:26 PM

Wow. :shocked:

paradyto

February 9th, 2008, 05:22 PM

Congratulation for Bali wins best exotic destination award from English magazine..!!! :okay:

tanzirian

February 9th, 2008, 07:53 PM

Gorgeous landscapes.

BauIng

February 10th, 2008, 10:27 AM

Agree.

Kailyas

March 4th, 2008, 06:38 AM

More pictures, please.

tnt

March 4th, 2008, 06:49 AM

nice :)

XxRyoChanxX

March 4th, 2008, 09:18 AM

Gotta Love BALI!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2109/2302727663_b8b1a27b38_b.jpg

Kailyas

March 4th, 2008, 11:55 AM

Wow, really beautiful. That's why Bali is called the Paradise. Thanks XxRyoChanxX for sharing the pictures.

XxRyoChanxX

March 8th, 2008, 01:54 AM

Surf PADANG PADANG

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1279/1396330927_3b101ee4d4_o.jpg

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http://farm1.static.flickr.com/111/285795434_da07e77d4f_o.jpg

XxRyoChanxX

March 14th, 2008, 01:27 AM

G-LAND aka Grajangan, Jawa

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paradyto

March 19th, 2008, 03:41 PM

:eek2:

Tucancillo

March 23rd, 2008, 02:05 AM

Beautiful, wonderful, breathtaking... no surprise the indonesians feel pride about their land! :colgate:

One of the best places in the world for birdwatching! :okay:

paradyto

March 24th, 2008, 05:30 PM

SIKUAI ISLAND
w e s t s u m a t r a

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by Santi :okay:

XxRyoChanxX

April 4th, 2008, 10:15 AM

photo's by INDONESIAN Deviant Art

Lengkuas Island, Bangka
http://fc06.deviantart.com/fs24/i/2007/354/1/c/Lighthouse_by_End4000.jpg

http://fc05.deviantart.com/fs19/i/2007/303/a/b/aceh_by_alien12520.jpg

Bromo, JAVA

http://fc05.deviantart.com/fs23/f/2007/343/7/d/Partner_by_DonovanDennis.jpg

http://fc05.deviantart.com/fs16/f/2007/177/4/8/Under_the_Same_Sun_by_DonovanDennis.jpg

Jimbaran Beach

http://fc05.deviantart.com/fs15/f/2007/025/e/d/City_Lights_by_sylv13.jpg

tanah lot

http://fc07.deviantart.com/fs13/f/2007/061/0/e/sunset_in_tanah_lot_by_wira374.jpg

Flores Island

http://fc02.deviantart.com/fs21/i/2007/253/8/8/Flores_Island_Landscape_by_bugbit9.jpg

PAPUA

depapre beach

http://fc02.deviantart.com/fs16/f/2007/220/6/9/Depapre_Beach_by_DonovanDennis.jpg

sentani

http://fc07.deviantart.com/fs16/f/2007/184/8/6/Sentani_by_DonovanDennis.jpg

wamema

http://fc06.deviantart.com/fs16/f/2007/185/5/8/Heaven_Talk_by_DonovanDennis.jpg

paw25694

April 4th, 2008, 12:05 PM

ryo, Lengkuas is in Bangka :D anyway nice pics :okay:

paw25694

April 4th, 2008, 12:15 PM

dp :D

tj_brewed

April 5th, 2008, 05:14 AM

Wow!!!! INDONESIA is SUPERB!!!! :rock:

gratist

April 5th, 2008, 02:46 PM

Lengkuas Island, Bangka
http://fc06.deviantart.com/fs24/i/2007/354/1/c/Lighthouse_by_End4000.jpg

http://fc06.deviantart.com/fs16/f/2007/185/5/8/Heaven_Talk_by_DonovanDennis.jpg

Bro, you got some real nice pictures there... are their yours? i would like to ask you to contribute to this website: http://tourism-indonesia.net

These are some pictures of Ambon's undertwater... (http://tourism-indonesia.net/?p=68)
http://tourism-indonesia.net/wp-content/gallery/ambon-underwater/Ambon%20Underwater%2005,%20Maluku.jpg
http://tourism-indonesia.net/wp-content/gallery/ambon-underwater/Ambon%20Underwater%2002,%20Maluku.jpg
http://tourism-indonesia.net/wp-content/gallery/ambon-underwater/Ambon%20Underwater%2003,%20Maluku.jpg

gratist

April 5th, 2008, 02:56 PM

Weh Island, Aceh

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1128/1237811085_15ed0ee33f_o.jpg

more of Rinca later
Nice pictures!!! I want to go there.

JAG2

April 14th, 2008, 01:10 PM

http://img240.imageshack.us/img240/4789/jakartaapril120087oi1.jpg

JAG2

April 14th, 2008, 01:11 PM

http://img240.imageshack.us/img240/3696/jakartaapril120083vc3.jpg

JAG2

April 14th, 2008, 01:11 PM

http://img294.imageshack.us/img294/2578/jakartaapril120084hn5.jpg

JAG2

April 14th, 2008, 01:12 PM

http://img391.imageshack.us/img391/8015/jakartaapril1200811xy2.jpg

JAG2

April 14th, 2008, 01:15 PM

http://img381.imageshack.us/img381/3594/jakartaapril120088qq0.jpg

JAG2

April 14th, 2008, 01:17 PM

http://img91.imageshack.us/img91/6708/jakartaapril1200813wf7.jpg

atmada

April 28th, 2008, 06:41 AM

all those tourist objects are so beautiful
we should promote indonesia more

XxRyoChanxX

May 4th, 2008, 12:21 AM

Our Beloved BALI, INDONESIA

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/71/196841507_f00ae97335_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2389/2413377946_ebafb05f65_b.jpg

Sunset

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http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2195/2419683885_a02919b935_o.jpg

XxRyoChanxX

May 7th, 2008, 08:22 AM

Kuta, Bali

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2100/2467013998_6ef9c6cdae_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3209/2466146363_2a8fdf0c65_o.jpg

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XxRyoChanxX

May 7th, 2008, 08:25 AM

Discovery Mall, BALI

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2407/2224904795_4fd7cf91f5_o.jpg

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XxRyoChanxX

May 7th, 2008, 08:26 AM

Random

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2081/2469341248_ddf7e4129e_b.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2389/2468517907_df4d344f47_b.jpg

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/97/257733766_472cc2a824_b.jpg

marching

May 7th, 2008, 08:53 AM

nice:)

paradyto

May 7th, 2008, 09:00 AM

Beautifull!!! Indonesia Megang Banget! :okay:

gliazzurra

May 7th, 2008, 09:54 AM

my goodness.. this is by far the most dangerous thread ever!!

it makes me wanna empty my wallet to travel to those places.. :D

Alibaba

May 7th, 2008, 05:26 PM

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2389/2413377946_ebafb05f65_b.jpg

this seem taken at Amankila - at Mangis?

I am going to Bali in June - soo excited...!

gliazzurra

May 7th, 2008, 06:25 PM

^^ hope u have a great time!!

XxRyoChanxX

May 9th, 2008, 09:53 AM

wish I was going to bali...:hickzzz::

Vivid

May 13th, 2008, 04:02 AM

Gorgeous place

F-ian

May 15th, 2008, 11:08 PM

I'm Back :colgate: thanks guys for Supporting this thread :bow:

Mt. Bromo, East Java

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3205/2458804834_4d50450544_b.jpg

Look at all those people on the bottom of the pic :eek:

a Batak House in North Sumatra

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3241/2423205660_057575f40d_b.jpg

Sigh.. Lombok :drool:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3127/2485311287_24faf1e60e_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2327/2485310333_8153a58971_o.jpg

F-ian

May 15th, 2008, 11:14 PM

Solo Batik Carnival 2008

too bad I missed it :cry:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2097/2417722739_1544cf108d_o.jpg

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http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3125/2417658969_fe018b6e6d_b.jpg

hope one day it'll become as grand as Rio's :cheers:

F-ian

May 19th, 2008, 03:48 PM

the great view of Tembaga Pura, West Papua Indonesia
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http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc142/riankrisna/IMG_0136.jpg

I absolutly Love this Pic!!! VVV :eek:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/blue_heaven/12112007044.jpg

XxRyoChanxX

May 22nd, 2008, 05:37 AM

I want a cute dress in BATIK :)

XxRyoChanxX

May 23rd, 2008, 01:23 AM

Kuta, Bali

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2060/2141053126_69b7d68d9a_o.jpg

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XxRyoChanxX

May 23rd, 2008, 10:11 PM

cont...

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http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1043/1391335476_dc6b0c5bd9_o.jpg

XxRyoChanxX

May 23rd, 2008, 10:13 PM

Cont...

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http://farm1.static.flickr.com/152/420848492_7ffc7eb8e6_b.jpg

XxRyoChanxX

May 23rd, 2008, 10:14 PM

Mt. Agung (bali)

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/91/278118020_ba1498f8b6_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2182/2471721826_785119f160_b.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2040/2420812472_03afa37f92_b.jpg

Lake Batur (bali)

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3279/2471713572_6d12f2e19c_b.jpg

XxRyoChanxX

May 23rd, 2008, 10:15 PM

Balangan Beach

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3072/2367050386_23dd328034_o.jpg

Kintamani

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2303/2370507425_16905e4299_b.jpg

Nusa Dua

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2067/2260329000_0b7e35b733_b.jpg

Sanur Bach

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2163/2480204812_ba8c2b467c_b.jpg

XxRyoChanxX

May 23rd, 2008, 10:17 PM

Uluwatu

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1141/1351268648_4b791bf4a6_b.jpg

Conrad hotel Chapel, BALI

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2339/1745977594_1e2e73f60c_o.jpg

Ceremony

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2219/2319621031_417c5fc4ac_o.jpg

Ulun Danu Temple

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2064/2311350293_56d37d5965_b.jpg

paradyto

May 24th, 2008, 02:56 AM

I miss Uluwatu:(

F-ian

May 25th, 2008, 07:00 PM

ughh Finally :|
===========================

U.S. says lifts travel warning for Indonesia

Sun May 25, 2008 10:55am BST

JAKARTA, May 25 (Reuters) - The U.S. State Department has lifted its travel warning for Indonesia, the U.S. ambassador in Jakarta said on Sunday, reflecting improved security and paving the way for closer ties between the two countries.

The Islamic militant group Jemaah Islamiah, which wanted to create an Islamic caliphate in Southeast Asia, carried out a series of deadly bomb attacks in Indonesia between 2002 and 2005, dealing a severe blow to the country's tourism and trade.

Following the bombings, the Indonesian authorities worked closely with foreign allies to arrest militants and step up security.

"The U.S. has lifted the warning due to objective improvements made by Indonesia in its current security situation," the U.S. embassy said in a statement.

"Indonesia has not experienced a major terrorist attack since October 2005, and the government of Indonesia has disrupted, arrested, and prosecuted numerous terrorist elements," it said.

The embassy added that the warning had been in effect since November 2000 and that it was cancelled with effect from May 23 2008

F-ian

May 25th, 2008, 07:07 PM

to refresh :) here's

Tiu Kelep Waterfall, Lombok, NTT, Indonesia

:drool:

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You see this in a Little island on Indonesia's Lesser Sunda strait (Nusa Tenggara Barat) called Lombok

Imagine what you can see in the other 18,000 Island of Indonesia

XxRyoChanxX

May 26th, 2008, 08:49 AM

I thot it was lifted last year?

F-ian

May 28th, 2008, 06:42 PM

Ubud Hanging Gardens Hotel Bali

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3113/2507627243_d9532870b3_b.jpg

Manggis West Bali

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2214/2471534846_e3e62d5c08_b.jpg

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Sumbawa Islands

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2389/2404131634_7b6ede72b4_o.jpg

Amanjiwo Resort, Central Java

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3066/2507596107_65f6205778_b.jpg

Borobudur Central Java looking at Mount Merbabu & Merapi

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3261/2486490434_8304d9b6a0_b.jpg

Alibaba

May 31st, 2008, 11:54 AM

^^ the view from Amankila is breathtaking...!

=NaNdA=

June 2nd, 2008, 06:56 AM

Bandar Lampung City, Lampung

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Pasir Putih Beach, Bandar Lampung

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/89/222730060_2d2a96561a_b.jpg

F-ian

June 4th, 2008, 05:24 PM

Bunaken, North Sulawesi

*Sigh* life on an Island... isn't it just beautiful?

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Lake Toba, North Sumatra

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3172/2538398643_69e8d98257_b.jpg

Mount Kerinici, Jambi province

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the road to Mt.Bromo, East Java

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Tiu Kelep Waterfall, Lombok

again ;)

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2410/2426407757_87156244c9_o.jpg

see? this thread is breathtaking Dayum! ;)

=NaNdA=

June 4th, 2008, 05:34 PM

by ACeN

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2384/2114407484_8315c5176d.jpg

:D

gliazzurra

June 8th, 2008, 12:59 PM

somewhere in west sumatra, by me

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Alibaba

June 18th, 2008, 12:57 PM

so exotic!

phillybud

June 19th, 2008, 04:11 AM

The pictures are wonderful. Here is a country that is so fantastically beautiful that words cannot describe it it's gorgeousness. The only time I visited, about 10 years ago, was to Bali. I loved it. :)

By the way, the food was delicious too. There is an Indonesian restaurant here in Philadelphia that has a fabulous Rijstaffel that comes in a 12 course, 15 course, 20 course and 25 course version!!! Yum! :lol:

Alibaba

June 22nd, 2008, 03:30 PM

Yay - flying to Bali next Saturday.. cant wait!!

gliazzurra

June 22nd, 2008, 03:47 PM

Yay - flying to Bali next Saturday.. cant wait!!

enjoy man.. hope u have a great time.. where are u staying?

paradyto

July 1st, 2008, 03:37 PM

by ACeN

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2384/2114407484_8315c5176d.jpg

:D

:okay:

ace4

July 2nd, 2008, 05:19 AM

^^
AceN is always able to come up with "creative" things like that...:D salute!!!:okay:

Skyprince

July 2nd, 2008, 07:19 AM

I wanna see Natuna pics !:D Anyone ?

F-ian

July 14th, 2008, 09:03 AM

<<<<<<<<< their quite hard to find.. :( lemme check...patients grasshopper ;)

Anyways here's the Visit Indonesia 2008 tourism Teaser... Lookin Good ;) Watch it!:cheers:

-fpUSC9knmQ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-fpUSC9knmQ

XxRyoChanxX

July 20th, 2008, 01:14 AM

NIKKO Hotel BALI

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F-ian

July 26th, 2008, 07:46 PM

Pacific Place, Jakarta

http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x298/Surakarta/113.jpg

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Pacific Bay @ Pacific Place

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Photos Credited to Lombok Thank you Lombok:banana:

K14N

July 29th, 2008, 11:57 AM

Make a note to Visit Lampung 2009 guys, hehe...... :banana:

Maybe other members can help me to post pictures of Lampung? :)

F-ian

August 9th, 2008, 10:19 PM

^^ Help yourself ;)

Segara Anakan Lagoon, Sempu Island, East Java

its a Lagoon enclosed by corel reefs :cheers:

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These Pics aren't mine.. credit them to the photographers of Flickr :cheers:

l'eau

August 10th, 2008, 12:14 AM

indonesia has amazing rainforests!!!

K14N

August 11th, 2008, 07:29 AM

Visit Prambanan Temple, Yogyakarta - Indonesia :)

The Prambanan temple is the biggest and a most beautiful Hindu temple about 20 minutes from Yogyakarta city. This magnificent Shivaite temple derives its name from the village where it is located. Locally known as the Loro Jongrang temple, or the temple of the "Slender Virgin" it is reputed to be the biggest and most beautiful Hindu Temple in Indonesia.

17 kilometers east of Yogyakarta, the temple is believed to have been built by King Balitung Maha Sambu in the middle of the ninth century.

Its parapets are adorned with a bas-reliefs depicting the famous Ramayana story. It has eight shrines, of which the three main ones are dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma (all are manifestations of God in Hindu). The main temple of Shiva rises to a high of 130 feet and houses the magnificent statue of Shiva's consort, Durga.
Prambanan Temple is beautiful temple, in fact, it is a group of temples. The biggest temple dedicated to Shiva (one of manifestation of God) with two other smaller ones, on its right and on its left, dedicated to Brahma and Wisnhu (manifestation of God) respectively. Reliefs decorating the walls of the temple depict the story of Ramayana.

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tollfreak

September 5th, 2008, 04:55 PM

Jakarta's still fresh water at Jakarta's Pluit District
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paradyto

September 7th, 2008, 03:02 AM

nice...

sulis84

September 8th, 2008, 05:07 AM

Nice to see and to know there are a lot of people who care and appreciate Indonesia's richness of natures :banana:

Sony Sjklw

September 8th, 2008, 06:58 PM

The deep of celebes - sulawesi with indonesian tounge - much rarely to discover. Challenging forest, fragrant sandy beaches, beautiful mountain and much more. One of them we often call it Tanjung Bira. The beautiful white sanded beach that close to perfection. Located at remote area of Sulawesi, this beach really a wonder for the privacy lover. The special part of this beach of course the sand, it’s so smooth so i can not mention it as a sand actually, it’s close to flour. Would you imagine to take some sun bathing above it ? I can accompany you if you don’t mind.:)

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r307/metalgrin/bira4.jpg

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Sony Sjklw

September 10th, 2008, 06:54 PM

Bantimurung Bulusaraung National Park

Spectacular waterfall, cliffs and chasms and it,s butterfly and birds has always attract the visitor. Bantimurung lies about 45 km north east from Makassar city and from airport makassar just 24 km. The waterfall situated in the conservation area with butterfly breeding and in nature, the fall of water down about 14 meter high. Bantimurung is a picnic spot from many peoples from makassar city and surrounds for weekend. A good time to come to see butterfly in the morning about 10 o'clock am. Also some cave can be visit with the oil lamp to hire to local cave-guide.On this area Alfred Wallcea in 1856-1857 had stay, and catching many specimens of papilo androclesone of longest and rarest swallow tailed butterfly on his presureable time.

LEANG-LEANG;A pra-historic cave, situated about 38 km north-east from Makassar city, situated in the Karst-Natural conservation, this cave to presented the old wall picture of Babi-Rusa wild pig, and hand painted in cave wall. According to Dutch archaelogy Prof.Dr.Van Heckehrn who found this cave on 1946, actually the cave had ever used to live around 5000-30.000 years bc by cave people and those were be the origins, and some fossil and vertebrate of origins of sulawesi peoples, even all of artifact to keep in Troppen Museum as world heritance.

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derwilly

September 23rd, 2008, 05:46 PM

paradyto

October 5th, 2008, 12:46 PM

Lombok will be the next BALI!!!!

ocean spirit

October 7th, 2008, 04:42 AM

Indonesia: A secret Ocean heaven :cheers:

ace4

October 8th, 2008, 08:32 AM

Kukup Beach, Yogyakarta Special Region

pics by gantengscool

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ace4

October 8th, 2008, 08:32 AM

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ace4

October 9th, 2008, 09:57 AM

these are some beaches around Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam province...

it's quickly getting back after the devastating tsunami...

pics from Indonesia SSC

Iboih Beach - Weh Island
http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k157/akuwh/iboih5.jpg

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Gapang Beach - Weh Island
http://www.lumbalumba.com/GapangBay.jpg

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http://www.aceh-hotels.com/data/accm/2124/fac_lg_0.26381300.jpg

ace4

October 9th, 2008, 10:01 AM

Lampuuk Beach
http://visitaceh.com/visitaceh/foto_wisata/357067974_822008_183756.JPG

http://visitaceh.com/visitaceh/foto_wisata/357067974_822008_184148.JPG

Lhok Nga Beack

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Pulo Aceh
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ace4

October 9th, 2008, 10:02 AM

Klah Island
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Aneuk Laot - Weh Island
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paradyto

October 10th, 2008, 02:54 PM

Aceh hmmm :okay:

ace4

October 11th, 2008, 09:57 AM

^^
yup... the province of Indonesia with the most diverse natural scenes. starting from the beautiful beaches found all over the province, very nice mountain ranges, nice tropical rainforests nature trail, also several nice looking lakes...:drool:

not to forget the Acehnese have a beautiful and vibrant culture...:okay:

ace4

October 11th, 2008, 10:09 AM

Visit Bengkulu...

http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj182/jkt_sky/bengkulu_high.png

pics from Indonesia SSC

Soekarno's House in Exile
(Model: Zuristia Wiansari)

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ace4

October 11th, 2008, 10:20 AM

downtown Bengkulu...

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ace4

October 11th, 2008, 10:26 AM

Visit Bengkulu...

At Taqwa Mosque
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Durian...:drool:
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Jamik Mosque
http://img142.imageshack.us/img142/4582/zubxs2.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Mega Mall Pasar Minggu Bengkulu
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ace4

October 11th, 2008, 10:29 AM

Bengkulu Chinatown Gate
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English Graveyard Gate
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Duke and Duchess Atkins Grave
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Panjang Beach Sunset
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ace4

October 11th, 2008, 10:30 AM

Bengkulu Beach...:drool:

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ace4

October 11th, 2008, 10:32 AM

Tabot Festival

Festival commemorating the death of Hasan and Husein... the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)

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Sony Sjklw

October 12th, 2008, 10:34 AM

Sorry buddy but you got it wrong. Those pictures belong to Gili Trawangan, LOMBOK. Trust me.

Thanks for correction :)
another pict of Tanjung Bira Beach

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ace4

October 13th, 2008, 10:03 AM

^^
very nice contrast of water colours in Pantai Bira...:drool:

how far is it from Makassar...?

ace4

October 13th, 2008, 10:38 AM

Tamansari (Water Castle)

Yogyakarta

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ace4

October 13th, 2008, 10:40 AM

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ace4

October 13th, 2008, 10:43 AM

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ace4

October 14th, 2008, 01:52 PM

Visit South Kalimantan (South Borneo)

http://img236.imageshack.us/img236/5581/southkalimantanmapmb1.gif (http://imageshack.us)

ace4

October 14th, 2008, 01:53 PM

Attractions in South Kalimantan

pics by kalimantanku

1. Floating Market

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2. Floating Market

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3120/2881664402_787e987b98.jpg?v=0

3. Kahung Valley

http://images.gantungtas.multiply.com/image/14/photos/2/500x500/3/Aurbunak.JPG?et=5TdNaXnG48SCe%2C0sbHw0YA&nmid=49516945

4. Kahung Valley

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5. Mount Kahung

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ace4

October 14th, 2008, 01:59 PM

6. Kahung mountain range

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7. Tamiyang Gulf Marine Park

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8. Tamiyang Gulf Marine Park

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9. Hanging Bridge, Marabahan

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10. Kusan River

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October 14th, 2008, 02:00 PM

11. Loksado

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12. Martapura Grand Mosque

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13. Batakan Beach

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14. Banjarmasin waterfront city

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15. Barito Bridge

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October 15th, 2008, 09:28 AM

Sam Poo Kong Temple

Semarang (Central Java)

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October 15th, 2008, 09:28 AM

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ace4

October 16th, 2008, 12:28 PM

Visit West Java

Ciwidey White Crater

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LOCATION: Patuha Volcano
Ciwidey, West Java, Indonesia

VOLCANIC FORM: Andesitic Stratovolcano

Latitude: 7.15o S
Longitude : 107.37o E
Elevation : 2359 m
Lake Diameter : 400 m
Temp. (oC) : 26-34
pH : <0.5 - 1.3

GEOLOGIC SETTING: Patuha volcano is part of the volcanically active Sunda Arc, formed from the subduction of the Indian-Australian Plate beneath the Eurasian plate. Volcanism in this area began during the Upper Pliocene-Lower Pleistocene, and has given rise to the unique system of volcanos and crater lakes present today. The island of West Java alone is home to twenty-five (25) volcanos, five (5) of which contain crater lakes.

Kawah Putih: Two craters adorn the summit of Patuha Volcano. The dry crater of Kawah Patuha lies 600 meters northwest of Kawah Putih, a crater lake with approximately 8 meters of water depth. Kawah Putih crater lake represents a relatively stable volcanic system, with no records of magmatic or phreatic activity since A.D. 1600. Nevertheless, magmatic activity manifests itself in Kawah Putih as the hyperacid lakewater solution that results from condensation of SO2, H2S, and HCl gases near the lake bottom.

Hydrothermal water-rock interactions in the Kawah Putih system constitute a present-day example of volcanic ore-deposit formation. Precipitation of native sulfur and other sulfides from lake waters have accumulated as extensive sulfur-rich sediments on the lake bottom. These sediments were mined during the first half of the 20th century and comprised 90% of Indonesia's sulfur production at that time. Abundant seepage of Kawah Putih's lakewaters into fractures is another mechanism of hydrothermal ore formation in the volcano.

Seepage of lakewater from Kawah Putih is also a concern to human health. This seepage acidifies the flank springs of Patuha volcano. The flank springs feed the Ciwidey and Citarum Rivers, whose waters are used by local people for irrigation.

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October 16th, 2008, 12:29 PM

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K14N

October 16th, 2008, 12:58 PM

Another picture of Ciwidey White Crater (Kawah Putih) - Soreang, Bandung - West Java

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ace4

October 17th, 2008, 07:37 AM

Selamat Datang, Welcome
di, to
West Sumatra
The Ranah Minang

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The Map :
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ace4

October 17th, 2008, 07:39 AM

Beauty of the Culture

Minangkabau People

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Pandai Sikek
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On to Pandai Sikek, the village of clever craftsmen, darkness already falling. Famous for its songket weaving, songket being gold and silver threads woven into patterns on a base of silk or cotton. One foot loom stands in a room, just for demo, the lady jumps on and gets to it when tourists arrive. Intricate process, thread by thread. Wondering how they know the lay for each thread, the pattern is many days in the making and only a printed A4 page of it sits at her side. Apparently, there are about 20 standard patterns which they are well-versed in. Best quality costs Rp1mil for a 3m piece ($100)

Piring Dance
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The Piring Dance is very popular among the West Sumatran people. It involves great skill and exotic and dynamic movements while the dancers hold plates or saucers in their palms! It is also known as the Candle Dance.

ace4

October 17th, 2008, 07:40 AM

Beauty of the Architecture

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The roof is a reflection of a buffalo's horn. Buffalo is the animal icon of Minangkabau ethnicity. Minangkabau word derives from Minang and Kabau words. 'Minang' means win and Kabau' means buffalo.

ace4

October 17th, 2008, 07:43 AM

delicious Minang food...:drool: :drool: :drool:

Beauty of the Cuisine

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ace4

October 18th, 2008, 12:05 PM

Discover the Exotic Toraja Culture

South Sulawesi

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Tongkonan traditional house
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Land of Toraja
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Lemo stone graves
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October 18th, 2008, 12:07 PM

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October 18th, 2008, 12:08 PM

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ace4

October 18th, 2008, 12:08 PM

Culture (Funeral Ceremony) Rambu Solo
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October 18th, 2008, 12:09 PM

(Baby Graves)
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(Stone Graves)
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(Cave Graves)
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ace4

October 21st, 2008, 11:52 AM

Panjang Island

off the coast of Jepara, Central Java

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ace4

October 22nd, 2008, 01:22 PM

Samarinda Islamic Center

Samarinda, East Kalimantan

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October 22nd, 2008, 01:24 PM

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October 22nd, 2008, 01:32 PM

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ace4

October 23rd, 2008, 11:49 AM

beautiful scenery on the north Java coastline...

Central Java

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October 23rd, 2008, 11:51 AM

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samba_man

October 27th, 2008, 02:40 AM

I like so much Bali ! :yes:

ace4

October 27th, 2008, 09:33 AM

^^
thank you...:cheers1:

yep...:yes: Bali is also one of my most favourite place as well in Indonesia...

ace4

October 31st, 2008, 10:37 AM

Toba Lake

North Sumatra

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Sizter85

November 3rd, 2008, 09:42 AM

Kalimantan’s Crown Jewels

Text and Photos by Teguh Sudarisman

Failing to find the Mahakam manatee, I find instead another rare species: black orchids in bloom.
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The ces boat piloted by Acong slowly docked on the west side of Melak Harbor on the Mahakam River. Syachraini and I, the only passengers, leapt out of the small canoe with its 16-HP outboard motor and onto the wooden pier.

It was now 12 noon. Since 7.45, we'd been traveling up the Mahakam from Muara Pahu in search of the pesut, or manatee (Orcaella brevirostris), a rare water mammal similar to a dolphin that lives only in the Mahakam. But though we'd had our visual radar on these past four hours, we hadn't seen even one. And we'd spent the previous day, from morning to evening searching for pesut, as far as Lake Jempang and even up the tributaries of the Mahakam'– nothing.

Realizing I now had little chance of seeing a pesut – there are estimated to be only around 80 of them, in a river hundreds of kilometers long, not to mention the many tributaries – Syachraini, my guide, recommended we fall back on "Plan B" and stop off at the black orchid conservation forest at Kersik Luway, around 15 km south of Melak. "I phoned the caretaker last night, and he told me some orchids are in bloom."

Syachraini, who works on the staff of YK-RASI (Yayasan Konservasi-Rare Aquatic Species of Indonesia), which has been monitoring the Mahakam pesut since 2003, had evidently foreseen our difficulty and made an alternative plan, because as soon as we docked at Melak, a friend of his came over and lent us his motorbike.

So we set off, through the market and the city center, then turning south. I was a bit surprised to find that Melak, here in the interior of East Kalimantan around 350 km from the provincial capital, Samarinda, had such wide, well-paved main roads. And we could see cellular towers around, so we shouldn't have any communication problems.

After we passed through a rural area with platform houses on both sides of the road, the road started to get hillier. The main road then turned right, but we kept going straight on the access road to the Kersik Luway conservation forest (also sometimes spelled Kersik Luwai). Still 3.9 km to go, the road sign told us. The road was now made of cream-colored limestone, with dense rubber plantation on both sides. Since it was the dry season, the road was nice and hard, easy for a motorbike or even a car to travel on.

The Kalimantan black orchid (Coelogyne pandurata) is one of the six species in the orchid genus Coelogyne. It's an endemic plant in Kalimantan and also found in Nepal, China, the Philippines, Papua, and many Pacific islands. This orchid can be found in many places in Kalimantan, though the locations are not always that accessible. The Kersik Luway conservation forest is one of the easier places to get to.

Didimus, a conservation forest official who is also on the staff of the East Kalimantan Forestry Service's Natural Resource Conservation Center, welcomed us at the forest entry post. Two personnel are on duty every day at this lonely site. As well as protecting the forest, they escort any visitors who show up. "There are always a few people coming here, mostly tourists from Europe," he said.

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The trail to the orchids gave me another surprise; it was made of fine white sand. As it turns out, kersik luway means "silent sand". Since the trees resemble mangroves, someone who saw only a picture might well assume this forest was at the seashore.

According to Didi, this white sandy soil is only found in the part of the conservation forest where the black orchids grow, only around 17.5 hectares. The other parts of the conservation forest, which covers 5,000 hectares, have black sandy soil. This is not a typical forest with thick tall trees, but rather a karangas forest, with slim, low trees no higher than four meters.

The most common type of tree here is the berengganyi, which is also the black orchid's favorite habitat. Its branches are no thicker than an adult's arms; its leaves are bright red, turning to green and then yellow as they mature. It has small yellow fruits that turn black and sweet when they are ripe. Another tree is the pelawan, with red bark; there's also the uwai, somewhat larger, with black wood. There are also ferns (suplir and pakis) and kantung semar, or pitcher plants (Nepenthes). Kersik Luway seems to be heaven for these insectivorous plants, because I found kantung semar of many colors –green, yellow, and red– both hanging from trees and scattered on the ground.

After only a five-minute walk, we entered a denser forest, where it was cooler. Several times the soil collapsed under our feet – loose, crumbly humus that had been decaying here for years. This forest suffered fires in 1982, 1987 and 1997, but fortunately the orchid species were not destroyed. You can still see parts of the forest that are charred and not yet regrown.

And soon we came upon our first black orchid plants, which were not yet blooming, clustering upon the humus at the surface, between the berengganyi trees. The orchid plants have pale green stems, shaped like a flattened tuber, and fibrous roots. The leaves are long and wide like those of a palm. The shoot emerges from the base near the root, then grows into a pale green stem, from which the blossoms eventually emerge, typically between six and ten flowers. It takes around four weeks from the initial emergence of the shoot until the flowers blossom. Black orchid plants blossom anytime, but most abundantly in December. "I don't really know how old the black orchid plants are when they put out their flowers; I only know it takes several years," explained Didi, who has served here since 1996.

As well as black orchids, we came across several other varieties of orchid growing here: Anggrek tebu, a tall variety that resembles sugar cane; anggrek anyaman, anggrek tajuk tuan, and anggrek kipas. "There are also anggrek merpati, buluh rindu, manuntung, kumis kucing, anggrek bulu landak – 57 species in all," Didi noted.

The forest was dense, but there were lots of white sandy trails. I came across another black orchid that was blooming when Didi cleared away a bit of underbrush by the trail, and… surprise! I had assumed that these orchid flowers were entirely black, but no. On this one stalk, which had three blossoms in bloom and three other buds still not opened, each blossom had five pale green petals, much the same shape as kenanga (ylang-ylang) petals. At the base of the petals was a crown, shaped like a bowl, with black filaments containing the head of the bud. From this bowl protrudes a long black tongue adorned with pale green spots as if dusted with powder.

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I was stunned by the black that covered the middle part of the flowers "tongues". When examined more closely, the black appeared to be not just a single layer, but more like the accumulation of soot on a car muffler that's never been cleaned. And along the edges are patterns in black resembling tattoos. So unlike most other orchids, whose beauty lies in their luxuriant colors, these black orchids display their beauty through the exotic black structures on the tongue.

If Didi hadn't mentioned that there were still at least three other plants in bloom, and if I hadn't remembered we still wanted to search for the pesut after this, I would have continued photographing this amazing black orchid much longer.

The second black orchid plant had three flowers in blossom and two unopened buds. Looking at these, I suddenly noticed something else: if you draw a vertical line from the tip of the tongue to the bud head, including the five petals, it displays a perfect left/right symmetry!
I followed Didi again, and we passed a wilted black orchid. "If they get too much sun, like this one, they'll wilt within three days," he explained. "But if they're shaded by other plants, the blossoms can last up to a week."

We passed another two clusters of unopened black orchid buds; Didi then pushed aside some berengganyi leaves and revealed another black orchid stem, this one around 50 centimeters long, with four blossoms and four closed buds. I had lost track of where Syachraini was, as we were both engrossed in taking photos. One nice thing about photographing these black orchids is that they grow fairly near the soil surface, so it's no trouble to shoot them.

The fourth black orchid plant I encountered seemed to be the pinnacle of this day's experience, because all eight flowers were in blossom! And they were very nicely arranged too, with five on the left and three on the right. Didi said that when they are fully open, black orchids emit a fragrant aroma. I took a sniff; hard to describe, because it was so subtle, and so different from any other flowers I've smelled before.

We passed some more wilted black orchids; Didi then found an example of another orchid species, anggrek tajuk tuan, that wasn't blooming yet, and I found several spotted pakis ferns. Our trail then led us back the way we had come in, so our tour was over. It had only been an hour and a half, but full of impressions.

We said goodbye to Didi, and to Pak Torung who was coming on duty to relieve him, and we headed back to continue our search for pesut on the way back to our base camp at Muara Pahu. But this time, I wasn't worried whether I saw any pesut or not, because I'd seen something else at least as fascinating.

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Garuda Indonesia flies from Jakarta to Balikpapan 41 times a week, from Makassar and Manado 7 times a week.

How to Get There

To get to Kersik Luway, take an eight-hour bus ride from Samarinda's Sei Kunjang terminal to Melak and then continue by'ojek'(motorcycle taxi). Alternatively, take a boat up the Mahakam river from Sei Kunjang, near the bus terminal, to Melak; this takes 20 hours (!). There are also flights from Samarinda to Melalan airfield at Barong Tongkok, 10 km west of Melak, but these are restricted to military, government, and medical purposes.

For accommodation, the Swiss-Belhotel Borneo Samarinda (Tel: +62 541 200 888, E-mail: samarinda@swiss-belhotel.com) is a good first choice. If you want to spend the night at Muara Pahu while searching for pesut, try Penginapan Anna (Tel: +62 812 5517379). Contact Syachraini (Tel: +62 812 5893504) for the pesut trip. There are also plenty of basic hotels and inns in Melak. Two with good views of the Mahakam are Penginapan Flamboyan (Tel: +62 852 46838580) and Penginapan Wijaya Kusuma (Tel: +62 545 41860)

ace4

November 8th, 2008, 01:12 PM

Mount Rinjani, West Nusa Tenggara

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by lombokglobal
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by Dharma Trooper
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Arpels

November 8th, 2008, 02:42 PM

traditional food of this country is superb :drool:

rilham2new

November 9th, 2008, 09:07 PM

THose are superb pics :cheers:

ace4

November 10th, 2008, 05:40 AM

traditional food of this country is superb :drool:

thank you...:cheers1:

Joe Philip

November 10th, 2008, 10:08 AM

ace4

November 10th, 2008, 12:06 PM

^^
we all do hope that development will create economic opportunities for those who are still left behind...

and of course corruption eradication must always go on, good thing that KPK is now aggressively hunting down corruptors...:banana:

Sizter85

November 12th, 2008, 05:17 AM

Surf’s Up in Padang

WANT TO LEARN HOW TO SURF? MING CHIEN MAY JUST HAVE FOUND THE PERFECT PLACE

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Indonesia has some of the best surfing waves in the world and Asian surfers are now among the best at mastering the waves which stretch around Indonesia’s vast coastline. Problem is, if you’re a complete novice, where can you learn to surf? Ideally, you need a place free from danger and embarrassment, as well as a patient instructor to help you master the art.

Sky Chia faced a similar dilemma.

The 17-year old Singaporean lives in surf-obsessed Australia and she had always wanted to learn. Yet finding suitable “learner” waves proved a real challenge. Coral surf breaks are common here, but can be painful when you get dumped. Beach breaks are much safer, but since they are harder to come by, they can become the most crowded part of the beach.

By word-of-mouth, Sky heard about Air Manis in West Sumatra, a secluded bay of wide expansive beach surrounded by forested hills. It is just 30 minutes from Padang and is perfect for beginners. Here, the surf breaks over soft sand, with gentle waves at a height of 0.5 to 1.5 meters. The water is clean, although not always clear due to the fine sand churned up by the waves. During surfing season from February to October you can surf all day.

Within an hour of landing in Padang, Sky was in Air Manis learning the basics of surfing from Jesse Liddon, a visiting West Australian instructor with nearly 30 years experience who, as legend would have it, could surf before he could walk.

With a patient instructor, learner surfers can find themselves standing on the board on their first day. The key is learning to “read” a wave, essential to positioning yourself at the precise spot where each surge of the wave thrusts you forwards. As you gradually master it, the feeling is unforgettable. While you will get dumped a few times, just relax, hold your breath and you’ll be fine. After all, Sky suffered a few “face plants” herself.

“It’s not very nice, especially getting tumbled by a second wave before I could even recover from the first one,” she laughs. Despite this, Sky was up and surfing again – and standing on the board on day one. She continued surfing for the whole week – sometimes twice a day.

After her days in the sun, the learner surfer has news for her parents on her plans after high school. “I’m going to work and surf for a year before going to university.”

In Padang, another surfer is born.

Where to surf

Surf lessons at Air Manis: Instructors are professional and trustworthy. Contact Rick Cameron, Mentawai Sanctuary, tel: +62 751767888. www.mentawai.com

ace4

November 12th, 2008, 05:37 AM

^^
West Sumatra is full of surprises in terms of natural beauty...:okay:

Sizter85

November 12th, 2008, 10:42 AM

DERAWAN ISLAND

http://img139.imageshack.us/img139/6986/sangalakikd7.jpg

.: Imagine ! How Nature its :.

F-ian

November 12th, 2008, 11:10 AM

it's amazing indeed, but on the contrary it is ashamed to tell that eventhough it said that tongkat,kayu dan batu jadi tanaman the poor is still dominate our country...,while the corruptors & its network has become broader,stronger and smarter.

I see lots of Indonesians posting this even in youtube Indonesia tourism videos...but does poor & corruption have any connections with Tourism?? :| plz not in this thread...

XxRyoChanxX

November 13th, 2008, 10:49 AM

I wanna learn how to surf!

Joe Philip

November 13th, 2008, 01:53 PM

I see lots of Indonesians posting this even in youtube Indonesia tourism videos...but does poor & corruption have any connections with Tourism?? :| plz not in this thread...

:) it might seen counterproductive bro, but I'm telling u ..of course they've chain of connections..let's imagine, if no corruption there're less poornesses means the government has enough money 2 spend for promotions, 2 better infrastructures,facilities or build & renovate airports ..so that tourists might visit Indonesia with comfort, tourist destinations become more cozy n so on & bla bla..so what I'm trying 2 pin point is 'awareness of Latency Dangerous' of Corruptions...Ideally,u can't close yr eyes & pretend as though it's nothing happening around or even trying prevent others from doing something 2 stop that. :ohno:

peace

ace4

November 14th, 2008, 04:51 AM

^^
don't worry gradually those corruptors will be targeted by KPK...:guns1: :banana:

Joe Philip

November 17th, 2008, 04:24 AM

^^
don't worry gradually those corruptors will be targeted by KPK...:guns1: :banana:

hope so !:soapbox:

K14N

November 24th, 2008, 09:56 AM

Make your decision now, come and visit LAMPUNG - INDONESIA :)

http://www.visitlampung2009.com/

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Nenek Genit

December 2nd, 2008, 09:27 AM

Solo City, Central Java, Indonesia
Travelling around Solo City, enjoy the heritage city and ancient living here

http://www.kabaresolo.com/Images/Intro_r2_c1.jpg
http://www.kabaresolo.com/Images/SekitarSolo01_b.jpg

Sukuh Temple
http://tbelfield.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/candi-sukuh.jpg

Cetho Temple
http://andreasrio.com/flickr/cetho1.jpg

Sangiran Site, a place where Homo Soloensis, extinct primitive hominid of late Pleistocene, lived
http://media-2.web.britannica.com/eb-media/08/79508-004-D984D974.jpg
http://www.central-java-tourism.com/images/place/paket-sangiran.jpg

enjoy other pictures and information on skyscrapercity=Here (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=757552) and Here (/www.kabaresolo.com)

Nenek Genit

December 2nd, 2008, 10:11 AM

Goa Gong
lot of stalactite, stalagmite, crystal here

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c321/fahrianhs/35384448.jpg

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when stalactite meet stalacmite
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crystals
http://photos.friendster.com/photos/77/89/70079877/1_217610351l.jpg

http://photos.friendster.com/photos/77/89/70079877/1_117258948l.jpg

AceN

January 1st, 2009, 01:31 PM

Mount Rinjani National Park, Lombok Island, West Lesser Sundas
http://www.rinjaninationalpark.com

Mt. Rinjani forms the second highest volcanic peak in Indonesia, part of celebrated “Ring of Fire”. The dramatic landscape has been created over millions of year of cone - building, violent explosions, and erosion

http://img33.picoodle.com/img/img33/3/10/24/f_91385658848m_848144f.jpg (http://www.picoodle.com/view.php?img=/3/10/24/f_91385658848m_848144f.jpg&srv=img33)

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Mount Bromo National Park, East Java

This National Park is one of the most beautiful places of interest in East Java. The beauties of mountain covered, give a special and characteristic green plants, arousing great interest

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paradyto

January 1st, 2009, 03:27 PM

Sukuh Temple?:D

ace4

January 1st, 2009, 03:46 PM

^^
so "exotic"...:D

paradyto

January 1st, 2009, 03:58 PM

Maybe it's Indonesia's Kama Sutra Temple:)

Nenek Genit

January 11th, 2009, 09:17 AM

have you ever seen colourful sands beach?

Kolbano Beach, Nusa Tenggara Timur Province, Indonesia

http://vibizlife.com/UserFiles/Image/Batu%20warna%20kolbano/pantai-kolbano10-isi.jpg

http://vibizlife.com/UserFiles/Image/Batu%20warna%20kolbano/pantai-kolbano05-isi.jpg

http://vibizlife.com/UserFiles/Image/Batu%20warna%20kolbano/pantai-kolbano09-isi.jpg

http://vibizlife.com/UserFiles/Image/Batu%20warna%20kolbano/pantai-kolbano002-isi.jpg

~MELVINDONESIA~

January 11th, 2009, 02:11 PM

^
Amazing beach!!!!

tollfreak

January 14th, 2009, 06:50 AM

Sunset in Pramuka Island:
http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk230/wiiwouldlike2play93/n1255157435_30166145_4781.jpg
Kuningan Highlands, West Java:
http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk230/wiiwouldlike2play93/Image531.jpg
Cirebon Royal Palace:
http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk230/wiiwouldlike2play93/Image492.jpg

K14N

January 15th, 2009, 07:20 AM

Dreamland Beach, Pecatu, Southern Bali - BALI

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/unkloi51tg1yqyc7jfn.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/n75l6b5ckusxa7d9ytzq.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/vyxweeg6iupd460f4p.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/8zrlg2wbzsdylbbx9hn0.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/6cvt5uy235i3c7m3nac9.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

K14N

January 15th, 2009, 08:29 AM

Wanna try some interesting watersports? It's all (and many more, such as diving, snorkling, banana boat, jetski, etc.) available at Tanjung Benoa, Bali

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/4o1747suu6s6yyehebk.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/ul1sw1vc9mrzd4romjv.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/olqvr8j12f4r7siliab.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/08iza4cflu23mxb79om.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/ri5kzl79u3u695sby6r9.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/6dutufleknbvdydd2lu.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/d9mpug6on26yq2lvd1xy.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

K14N

January 15th, 2009, 08:34 AM

Amazing panorama from Uluwatu Temple (Pura Luhur Uluwatu), southern tip of Bali Island:

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/j1rxe5limxhas7vr339w.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/u92m1whac1nmglzwtih.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

K14N

January 15th, 2009, 10:01 AM

BALI BLAST MONUMENT, located on Jalan Legian Kuta, Bali

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/87tez8f9ardd1gz3i5rc.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

Just a little part of Bali...

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/e9lgm3ok9d75ygmssni.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

K14N

January 16th, 2009, 08:07 AM

This one is Bedugul Temple which is located on Beratan Lake, Bali...

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/0yjbbor3c20moe7bmjhq.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/lerqaw9gw6t6bl48phyl.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/ntf2rlsqrn2zig77a7to.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

Wonderful scenery of Beratan Lake, combined with beautiful architecture of the Hindu temple make it amazing...

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/juv33o0775bg89x7cqyr.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/m95xodmuqo7ytnmom9k.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

You can also hire a motorboat to go around the lake...

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/92gro4sx4nfdubv8lqyb.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

Nenek Genit

January 25th, 2009, 06:46 AM

^^i swear Dreamland Beach is truly beautiful. i've been there few days ago

gliazzurra

January 25th, 2009, 09:25 AM

K14N

January 27th, 2009, 05:35 AM

Mount Batur and Lake Batur @ Kintamani, Bali...

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/myrc3sqoyffkpjoqx6zg.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/4vg7r56g2qn67w7iskrd.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/c9k3ij8a0sgblpn1ma7l.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/p0qtsdgmh8x8rgmxkxu3.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/cxu0geeotpol4o1poiac.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

K14N

January 27th, 2009, 06:09 AM

Tanah Lot Temple (Pura Tanah Lot), BALI...

* Inaugurated monument of the Temple conservation...
http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/9sf3afqwwu6rg82j94h1.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

* Scenery around the Temple...
http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/pxnnm5hswmm252k133z.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/92wq569kkitcqi0hxck.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

* Sometimes during low sea-level, we can go to the Temple on that island...
http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/vatx7a78vqjodhz0y5jg.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/asv30op3egpjpm59eqr.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)]

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/oxy4l5hkw21xjkygnn7p.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/uscn33w40keba76twc.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

* This is the place for Hindu people to worship and pray...
http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/zn36s5jwmux4fllhneug.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/jttgz1j0xgwbfu44lrmy.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

K14N

January 28th, 2009, 10:10 AM

SARANGAN LAKE, Magetan, East Java...

*The Lake
http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/g32vmsf19flfrzak70f.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/8xhsn0vabq42i46may91.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

* We can hire a boat or just ride a swan boat here
http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/qs3nhfim0c8v3a55y3z3.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/i9jubw3rj1flbfv6w24.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/ciskwh1kob96tasco.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

* View to the city
http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/5nabg68f9ueigfi2lp2e.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

K14N

January 28th, 2009, 12:08 PM

MOUNT BROMO, East Java

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/r9j7vai6ty6tyygmz3.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/mfmzg55wqqne3883dkd.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

Mount Bromo is a great place to see sunrise!! Here are some pics (sorry it's really crowded when I took these pics):

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/3y1wra6sx5m3wkloazqh.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/x2ca3ans1x496zexeq9.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/6zzfi1sz2ba4b1dbwq89.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

K14N

January 30th, 2009, 01:07 PM

BOROBUDUR TEMPLE, Magelang - Central Java

* From distance:
http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/i98wi5zsnrr7jx8ei3t2.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

* Close-up Image (It was raining when I was there, so there were so many umbrellas :nuts:)
http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/io5i1hbkb8ui232x63d.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

* Stupas of the Temple:
http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/3yeucjaxstk4v4irpk53.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/jr821i3j764a8fzo6yg.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/77fwkuctxxlssf7mvugv.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/yjl38ike5o1pa6j16es9.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/849lxipwp5xd2itlmm7q.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

http://www.freeimagestoring.com/images/d9oamdy9mu2squfa4gnm.jpg (http://www.freeimagestoring.com/)

tollfreak

February 23rd, 2009, 11:50 AM

Getting away from it all in West Sumatra

Adji K, , Contributor, , Solok Selatan | Sun, 02/01/2009 11:45 AM | Travel

West Sumatra's natural beauty has long had regional cachet, even dating back to the early 1900s during the Dutch Colonial era.

It abounds with mountains, valleys, rivers, springs, caves and forests. One regency in the province, Solok Selatan, or South Solok, has them all. Recently we traveled through Solok Selatan for five days to see for ourselves how the natural beauty was standing up.

Our rental car set off on smooth asphalt roads from the Minangkabau International Airport leaving West Sumatra's capital Padang behind us. Just past the Bung Hatta Nature Park, we began the first real adventure: twisting and turning roads with plenty of rocky roadbed. But we had no excuse to worry: The lush vegetation and clean, fast-running streams caught our attention from both sides of the car.

The rain caught up with us when we made a stop at Kayo Aro Lubuk Selasih restaurant for lunch. It was still a long way to Solok Selatan. Another stop we made was at Di Atas Lake before reaching the border between Solok Selatan and Solok. Before dusk we arrived at Wisma Umi Kalsum lodging in Muaro Labuh where we stayed the night. We fell on a happy coincidence for we got the chance to enjoy rarely seen traditional performances like Rahab and Saluang Panjang after dinner, staged for some well-heeled guests staying at the modest inn.
Our first full day was devoted to exploring the awe and fun of the region's fast waters. Our first destination was the 15-meter-high Imbulun Sangir waterfall on the Batang Liki river located at the village of Lubuak Gadang, 161 kilometers from Padang. Then we ventured on to another waterfall 10 kilometers further upland, the Tansi Ampek in Sungai Lambai village. This waterfall is unique because it sits smack-dab in the middle of a tea plantation. To reach it, we had to walk single file along a narrow 100-meter path. Its waters feed at least 10 rivers in Solok Selatan, three of which have top-notch rafting spots. Tempted by the currents, we eventually tried this sport at the most famous of the three, Batang Liki. Lunch was served riverside once we finished rafting that watercourse. We continued on to Batang Sangir which had stronger currents. Generally speaking, Batang Sangir is rated five out of six for difficulty, six being most challenging. The last stage of the rafting session put us on the famous Batang Hari river, 79 kilometers from Padang Aro, the capital of Solok Selatan. This river marks the border between the West Sumatra and Jambi provinces.

The next day we shifted our attention from rafting to hiking. The Mitra Kerinci tea plantation was our starting point as we set out to climb Mt. Kerinci (3,805 m) the highest mountain in Sumatra. Most climbers ascend via the Kresik Tuo (old route) starting from Kerinci Regency in Jambi, but we had heard about a new approach. Upon arriving at the tea plantation, we spent half an hour just admiring the breathtaking scenery of the sea of tea bushes against the backdrop of Mt. Kerinci. Then it was time to drive to the base camp to start our climb. We met Hedi who recently led an 18-member team to open up the new route. "We've opened this new route called the North Route. Water supplies are more accessible from this route compared to the old way up from Jambi."

"Just 100 meters before reaching the peak we will cross the conventional route, the Kresik Tuo."

We returned to our lodge before gearing up for the next adventure; going inside the Earth, or caving. Our destination this time was Bukit Sungai Mintan cave in Sangir Batanghari district. We drove close to the cave, then pulled off to the side of the road. Inside the cave we found underground rivers with moderate currents and many stalagmites and stalactites. There were even columns where the two formations had joined, in the cave's depths. Except for villagers, few people have explored this cave, apparently, which may account for its pristine condition.

Having roamed the cave, we returned to our lodgings and rested up. Our plan was to visit the hot springs Panas Sapan Maluluang in Nagari Alam Pauh Duo, 23 kilometers from Solok Selatan's capital. The spring, deep inside a rubber tree plantation, was accessible by car or motorcycle.

Legend has it Sapan Maluluang and its small pond about five by 10 meters square formed after a volcanic eruption. Billowing steam and the pungent smell of sulphur welcomed us as we approached. Too hot for a dip, the waters are said to be 100* Celsius. To test this, we took some eggs, put them in a plastic bag and placed it in the pond. Voila! In less than 10 minute, our boiled eggs were ready to eat.
rubber tree and coffee plantation. Several smaller caves in this village were worth the visit. Though as not as pretty as the first caves, these were interesting because residents were using them to breed swallows and sell their highly prized nests.

Over so soon? On our way back to Padang, we did the math. Five days were too few. Along the way we got the feeling we had glimpsed only a small sampling of Solok Selatan's beauty
If You Go...

Solok Selatan is the youngest regency in West Sumatra. Home to more than 130,000 people, it is accessible with ground transportation from the Minangkabau International Airport in Padang.

You can take a public minibus or rent a car at the airport. The minibus usually charges Rp 50,000 (about US$5) and a rental car will cost you Rp 450,000 per day.

It takes 3 hours to get to Solok Selatan from Padang. If practicality and security matters, most travel agents in Padang can set you up with a tour package

http://www.thejakartapost.com/files/images/ImbulunSangirwaterfall.jpg
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tollfreak

February 23rd, 2009, 11:53 AM

Romance, serenity at the Water Palace

Thu, 01/22/2009 1:48 PM | Surfing Bali

If you're hungering for a taste of history, art and culture, you will get a good dose in Karangasem regency, in the eastern part of Bali, which is rich in examples of the island's cultural heritage.

Taman Soekasada or "The Water Palace" in Ujung is one of Bali's finest such cultural treasures.

It is, in short, an astounding architectural and cultural jewel not to be missed.

The 12-hectare water palace complex some 5 kilometers south of Amlapura, the capital of Karangasem, is ringed by an ornate fence.

The three big pavilions float on a serene lotus pond, connected by bridges, creating an intriguing and romantic atmosphere.

The palace was designed and constructed under the patronage and protection of Karangasem's last king, Anak Agung Anglurah Ketut Karang Asem, in 1926.

The late ruler, a learned and well-traveled man, modeled Soekasada on the Versailles Palace in France.

It was originally intended as a meeting place and guesthouse for delegates of the Dutch government and dignitaries of other countries visiting tropical Bali.

The wide windows of the pavilions look over the palace waters, testimony to the late ruler's passion for harmonizing nature and art. As a culturalist with an international perspective, he blended traditional motifs with modern materials, and balanced Western-style geometry with a Balinese sense of place and symbolism. To ensure his cultural vision materialized, he personally oversaw work at the construction site.

A visit is memorable: Take in the exotic blend of western and Middle Eastern architectural styles enlivened with intricated Balinese carvings, or stroll under the Middle Eastern flavored archways held up by elegant Italian columns, or pause a moment in a walkway shaded by frangipangi and mango trees.

The highest point in the park affords a marvelous view over the distant Lombok Strait and the lush green hills of Mt. Rinjani in Lombok. The view north is a breathtaking panorama of rice terraces set against the backdrop of the mighty Mt. Agung.

Soekasada sustained severe da-mage during the eruption of Mt. Agung in 1963 and the earthquake in 1975.

Because of the future of Bali's rich art and cultural heritage lies in its past, intensive restoration work was carried out from 2000 to 2004 by members of the Karang Asem court.

Thanks to these efforts, one of Bali's finest examples of its cultural heritage has been saved.

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