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.

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The beauty of the island of Lombok

Lombok Island is often associated with the island of Bali because it is adjacent (approximately 35 km) separated by the Lombok Strait. In fact, the island of Lombok is part of West Nusa Tenggara Province.

West Nusa Tenggara Province, is divided into two islands, namely the island of Lombok and Sumbawa Island. Lombok is more famous than Sumbawa, because the capital Mataram NTB located in this island. Lombok was awarded the surrounding scenery is very magnificent. Wilyahnya Lombok which is divided into three namely:

• West Lombok: Lombok bounded Central and East Lombok to the east, the Sea of ​​Bali in the west and the Indian Ocean in the south.

• Central Lombok: Lombok is sandwiched between the West and East Lombok. Bali Strait in the west.

• East Lombok: bounded by West Lombok and Central Lombok in the west, the Alas Strait in the East, and Indian Ocean in the south.
Lombok is known as one of the favorite tourist destinations, not only by domestic tourists but also by foreign tourists. Here are some tourist attractions in Lombok.

1. Gili Islands

This place consists of three small islands close to each other in the West Lombok. 'Gili' according to the local language means 'small islands'. Many of the 'dyke' around the island of Lombok. Of the many dyke, there are three of the most visited tourist (namely Gili Air, Gili Meno and Gili Trawangan) due to the white sand, crystal clear water and waves to show the beauty of the coral sea is perfect for diving (diving or snorkeling).

Gili Gili Trawangan is the largest among the three, with a collection of blue corals are still natural and very beautiful. Gili Meno, more calm and lies between these two dyke. Gili Gili Air is the smallest dyke is a balance between the 'hubbub' Gili Trawangan and 'peace' Gili Meno.

2. Mount Rinjani (3726 m)

This mountain is the second highest volcano in Indonesia. It took about three days and two nights to reach the top of the mountain. In addition to the beautiful mountain peaks, famous also with Segara Anakan (immediate meaning lake), Segara Endut, Cave Milk, two children Rinjani (Barujari mountain, there are craters in the middle of the lake and mountains Group) and the Mount Rinjani National Park.

3. Senggigi Beach

Senggigi is one place to enjoy the beautiful sunset. Around the coast Sengigi, there is Pura Batu Bolong. So called because there are parts of the cliff are missing. When the sun goes down on the rock, it would seem incredible natural scenery.

4. Kuta Beach Lombok

This beach has white sand, crystal clear water and waves favored by surfers, especially near Tanjung Aan and Gulf Gerumpak. Natural scenery of the sunset on this beach will make unforgettable memories.

5. Castle Air Maruya

The castle was built in the 18th century and is the kingdom of Bali's heritage. There is a path to the pavilun in the middle of an artificial lake and beautiful gardens.

6. Waterfall Sendanggile

The waterfall is situated in the village of Senaru, the foot of Mount Rinjani, Lombok Tengah. There are two waterfalls. The distance from the waterfall to waterfall valve Tiu Sendanggile higher and rapids takes about 30 minutes to cross the flow of irrigation and forests.

7. Tetebatu

This place is one of the traditional villages on the slopes of Mount Rinjani with rice fields landscape tub and waterfall Jukut maze.

8. Sade

Sade is one of the traditional Sasak tribe villages. Here there is a clay-storey traditional building that smeared cow dung. Here there is also the granary. Only women are allowed to enter the building. You can also watch the manufacture of woven fabrics, traditional typical NTB.

9. Mount Pengsong

The mountain is located in the south of Mataram. Takes about half an hour to reach the top of the mountain with through the trail. Outstanding natural landscape will look with the beautiful, the scenery around the city, a stretch of sea, and Mount Rinjani. Even if the bright air, Mount Agung in Bali will also be visible.

10. Segenter

Segenter located on the coast, close to the coastline of North Lombok. This area is one of the traditional settlement worth to be visited as well.

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Bali Island

Bali is an island known as the Island of the Gods. Bali kept many exotic natural charm. Many tourists both at home and abroad. Many beautiful beaches juxtaposed with beautiful beaches on the island of Hawaii. According to a survey recently, Bali is a tourist favorite place second in the world to use their spare time. Here are the attractions in the island of Bali.

Kuta Beach
Kuta beach is a tourist place located south of Denpasar, the capital city of Bali, Indonesia. Kuta is located in Badung regency.
This area is a destination of foreign tourists who are very famous. In Kuta itself there are many shops, restaurants and attractions of Kuta diri.Pantai baths and drying are often referred to as Sunset Beach or the beach sunset as opposed to Sanur beach.

Sanur beach
Sanur beach is a famous place of resort tourism on the island of Bali. This place is located just east of the city of Denpasar, the capital of Bali. Sanur was in Badung regency.
Sanur Beach is primarily a location for surfing (surfing). Especially the surf beach of Sanur is famous among tourists. Not far off there is also the location of Sanur beach diving and snorkeling tours. Because his condition was friendly, dive sites can be used by divers of all levels keahlian.Pantai Sanur beach is also known as Sunrise (sunrise beach) as opposed to Kuta Beach.

Nusa Dua
Nusa Dua, is a promontory located on the southern island of Bali. The distance is approximately 40 kilometers from the capital, Denpasar.
In the areas consisting of limestone rocks of this, there are many tourist attractions, such as Jimbaran beach and Garuda Wisnu Kencana.

Tanah Lot
Tanah Lot is a tourist attraction in Bali, Indonesia. Here there are two temples located on top of a boulder. One is located on top of the boulder and the other is located on the cliffs similar to Pura Uluwatu. Pura Tanah Lot temple is part of the heaven Sad, is pretending that the joints of the island of Bali. Pura Tanah Lot sea temple is a place of worship of the gods guard the sea.

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