The beauty of Komodo Island

Komodo Island is located in the province of East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). The island was a place of dragons living animals. Natural scenery on the island is very beautiful. No wonder that the island is frequently visited by tourists.

The tourists, both local and foreign tourists, frequent visits to the island of Komodo. Especially for tourists who are fond of adventure in the open. Reportedly, there are about 2,800 tourists visiting from early 2008 until June 2008. Most of them come from abroad. Among others from the United States, Germany, Holland, France, Britain, Australia, and Russia.

The natural beauty of Komodo Island is reflected from a lush forest conditions. Including bakaunya forest. Mangroves become one of the features of Komodo Island. Why is that? Because it still looks green forest despite the dry season comes.

Natural scenic beauty of Komodo Island, also seen in the coastal areas and seas. Sea water conditions in the waters of Komodo Island, clear. The beauty of the marine biota is equally fascinated by the panorama of land.

Well, for the preservation of the island will be maintained, the Government of Indonesia made a national park. Opening made in 1980. The name of the national park it is the Komodo National Park (KNP). To note, in addition to the island of Komodo, KNP region also includes the island of Rinca and Padar Island.

The total area of ​​KNP approximately 1817 square kilometers. This national park serves to protect animals and their dragons environment. In 1986, TNK was inaugurated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

Candidates Seven Wonders of the World

KNP was elected as one of the candidates' theme of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World ". This decision was made by the foundation New7Wonders Foundation in August 2008.

Parties New7Wonders Foundation has been working with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Indonesia. Both agreed to introduce the KNP to the general public. Especially in the delivery of KNP as a candidate for "Seven Wonders of the World theme of Nature". According to the plan, the final allowance of activities that take place in early 2009.

Well, if you want to give support, please visit the following sites: http://www.new7wonders. com / nature / en / liveranking. You can give your voice there.