Borobudur Temple | Yogyakarta - Indonesia

Borobudur Temple - A boon for Indonesia because it provided a relatively complete tourist spot in the world. There beaches, waterfalls, there is art, and another attraction that is rarely found in the world of the temple. One of the famous temple in Indonesia is Borobudur, located in Magelang. There was no denying that the Borobudur temple is very interesting to visit, because it has been recognized by the world Borobudur as the 7 wonders of the world.

Borobudur temple is made by adherents of Buddhism in 800 AD during the reign of Sailendra dynasty. In ethnic Chinese, this temple is also called 婆罗 浮屠 (Hanyu Pinyin: po luo fú TU). This temple has 1460 relief panels and 504 Buddha effigies in its complex. Millions of people are yearning to visit the buildings included in this World Wonder Heritages. Not surprisingly, since architecturally and functionally, as the place of worship, Borobudur is attractive. Borobudur temple has a staircase shape punden, which consists of six levels of a square, three levels of a circular and a main stupa as a peak. Also scattered in all levels-the levels several stupas. Each level represents the stages of human life. In accordance schools of Mahayana Buddhism, every person who wants to reach the level of Buddha must through every level of life is.

The base of Borobudur, called Kamadhatu, symbolizing human beings that are still bound by lust. Four levels above referred Rupadhatu symbolizing human beings that have set themselves free from lust but still bound manner and form. At these levels, a statue of Buddha placed open. Meanwhile, three levels above where the Buddhist stupas are laid in holes called Arupadhatu, symbolizing human beings that have been free from lust, appearance, and shape. The top part is called Arupa symbolizes nirvana, where Buddha is residing.

Each terrace has beautiful relief panels showing how skillful. Relief that will be read coherently when you walk in a clockwise direction (towards the left of the entrance of the temple). In the reliefs of Borobudur tells of a legendary story, the Ramayana. In addition, there are relief panels describing the condition of society at that time. For example, relief of farmers' activity reflecting the advance of agriculture system and relief of sailing boat representing the advance of the cruise, who was based in Bergotta (Semarang).

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Sipiso-Piso Waterfall

Sipiso-piso is located in the north of Lake Toba, about 24 kilometers from Kabanjahe. This waterfall is the highest in Indonesia with a height of 120 meters. Sipiso-piso waterfall made ​​from an underground river in the Karo plateau that runs through a cave on the side of the crater of Lake Toba, but unfortunately a very interesting tourist attraction is less visited by tourists because of its location on the edge of which is different from Parapat city, where tourists usually visit.

Sipiso-piso waterfall is about 800 meters above sea level. Waterfall flowing down the cutting of green hills covered with pine trees. Sipiso-piso itself literally means "blade".

Not only can you see the waterfall from a distance, but fell for him. The stairs are steep and far enough away so make sure you have strong stamina and bring drinking water supplies. The drop may not be a problem, but hundreds of stairs to climb back after playing under the water of course is quite tiring. Visitors who want to explore this area further should stay in a nearby village, which is Tongging.
Tongging located on the shores of Lake Toba, in the north. In Tongging you can perform various activities, such as swimming in the lake, do trekking in the jungle, or visit a small waterfall called Sidompak. You can go up to Mount Sipiso-piso, and did paragliding from the top.

Besides swimming, you can also ride a boat hired from local fishermen to get around the lake. Cycling from one village to another is also a fun activity to look at everyday life Karo residents. For you fans of ethnic fabrics, you can go to the Village Silalahi in cockfighting, Dairi. The village is located about 11 km from Tongging.

Tongging Villagers are mostly fishermen and farmers. They farmed rice and onions as well as fishing in the lake Toba. Arsik carp and the red fish is a common species of fish reared in Lake Toba. You should try the traditional dish of fish with seasoning

Some options include accommodation in Tongging Sibayak Pensions, Pensions parultop, and Roman Sinasi Bungalows, all of which exist in the Road Silalahi, Tongging. Travelling here is perfect for the backpacker on a budget because it was cheap accommodation.

Towards The Sipiso-Piso

For those of you who use a personal vehicle, a trip to Sipiso-piso easier. From Berastagi, you will only take about 2 hours. Landscapes and countryside in Tanah Karo is very interesting, unfortunately the road is not good. So, be careful.

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Komodo Island

This time, news about the island of Komodo dragon emerging in the world. is associated with the selection of new seven wonders that are being followed the Indonesian government. As we all know the new 7 wonders foundation itself is a foundation that is not credible because UNESCO does not recognize the origin of this foundation. This is being debated in Indonesia with the new 7 wonders foundation status.

But here we are not going to discuss about the selection of new 7 wonders but we will discuss about the beauty of the island of Komodo itself. Komodo Island is an island located in the Nusa Tenggara islands. Komodo Island is known as a habitat for native animals dragons. The island is also the Komodo National Park which is managed by the Central Government. Komodo Island in the eastern island of Sumbawa, separated by Sape Strait.
Administratively, this island including the District of Komodo, West Manggarai regency, East Nusa Tenggara Province, Indonesia. Komodo Island is the most western tip of East Nusa Tenggara province, bordering the province of West Nusa Tenggara.

On the island of Komodo, Komodo animals live and breed well. Until August 2009, on this island there are about 1,300 Komodo dragons tail. Coupled with the other islands, such as Island and Rinca and Gili Motang, their numbers totaled about 2500 tails. There are also approximately 100 individuals dragons in Wae Wuul Nature Reserve on the mainland island of Flores, but not including the Komodo National Park.
Besides Komodo, this island also store a variety of exotic flora that Sepang wood by local people used as a medicinal and dye clothing, nitak tree Sterculia oblongata in this or believe to be useful as medicines and seeds are tasty and delicious like peas.
According to history, in 1910 the Dutch named the island on the south side of East Nusa Tenggara province is the nickname of the island of Komodo. This story begins with Lieutenant Steyn van Hens Broek who tries to prove statements about the presence of Dutch troops large animal resembling a dragon on the island. Steyn then kill a dragon and bring documentation to the Museum and Botanical Garden in Bogor to be investigated.

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Asia's Best Beaches 2011

Asia is one of the world's largest continent has countries that have beautiful beaches and the best. It can be said the best beaches in the world are in asia. And the following will be given info on the best beach in Asia in 2011.

Praslin, Seychelles

The best beach resorts in the world is Raffles Praslin Seychelles had just opened. Located on a private island with stunning views of Praslin, about 15 minute helicopter ride from the main island of Mahe, Seychelles. Seychelles is an archipelago with 115 islands scattered in the Indian Ocean, about 1500 km east of Kenya, Africa.

There are 86 villas in the resort Raffles Praslin Seychelles, including one suite and two bedrooms, complete with views over the Indian Ocean. All villas have private pools and butler service included 24 hours in accordance with the tradition of Raffles that provides personal service and exclusive.

Want to know what kind of a honeymoon Prince William and Kate Middleton? You can also get the service a la king at Raffles Praslin Seychelles after they offer a honeymoon package "Prince William and Kate Middleton" - you can get all these features without interruption paparazzi.

This package requires that guests staying minium of three days, and prices beginning from $ 1500 per night, including villas with pools overlooking the ocean, breakfast, to spa treatments for 90 minutes, a romantic dinner on the beach, and a private tour guided to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites Vallée de Mai. Beach package is available until December 26, 2011.

Con Dao, Vietnam

Renowned for its crystal clear waters and green-blue, golden sandy beaches, lush mangrove forests and coral reefs rich, Con Dao is the archipelago consisting of 16 islands in southeastern Vietnam.

Initially, Con Dao is protected forests and national parks covering various aspects of coastal and marine ecosystems. One claim is that this place becomes the most important sea turtle egg hatching areas in Vietnam. In addition, the dugong and dolphins can be found here.

Despite its location like very much, Six Senses Con Dao is not difficult to achieve, is located on a hidden beach just 8 km from the airport Co Ong.

Only consists of 50 modern villas, Six Senses offers a private room in the middle of the mangrove vegetation is quite lush and beautiful scenery. Each villa has a pool of 'dangling' directly facing the South China Sea. Unique style of design that reduces the need for air conditioning and you can enjoy natural ventilation.

It's easy to place. Con Dao is located about 230 km from Ho Chi Minh City. Transfer flight to Con Dao takes 45 minutes.

Mabul Island, Borneo

Mabul is located off the northeast coast of Malaysia. This secluded island beaches perfect for enthusiasts and divers. One of our favorite resort is the Sipadan Water Village Resort, which consists of 45 bungalows. The entire inn is standing on a wooden stand.

Borneo is one of the best dive sites in the world, including Sipadan, located 15 km from the Mabul. With a calm sea, cool breeze, and the brightly colored coral reefs, the beauty of this island need not be explained again.

Kinda hard to go to Sipadan. That is the reason why tourists often flock to the island of Redang and skip Sipadan.

The first trip is quite easy, direct flights to Kota Kinabalu. Once arrived there, tourists have to switch planes and boarded a domestic flight to Tawau airport on the east coast of Sabah.

Despite the long journey, the sights you will see along with only 44 other people will be impressive.

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Island with the Best Beaches in Asia

Asia has many exotic islands, the island nation and legendary beaches. Many of these islands that also offers attractions besides the beach and luxurious lodging. Here, we traveled to 10 countries to display the coveted islands, sand bordered by rain forests and coral reefs, including the instructions when the right time to visit, what can you do, where to enjoy a holiday, good food and a place stay the best.

And here is the island with the best beaches in Asia:

GODELLAWELA BAY
SRI LANKA

This beach is located on the southern coast of Sri Lanka, by local people, Godellawela called the Beach Dreams. On this beach, there are white sand stretching, low waves, and water sejenih crystals along the eye could see. On the beach, there are palm trees and rocky cliffs, making this region one of the most closed bay of the island.

Beautiful scenery is available through one of the 30 rooms at Amanwella. Stay in bed in a private terrace before the entrance to the suite - imagine a typical elegance Safe complete with large windows from floor to roof and coconut-wood furniture and ceiling fan. This resort restaurant offers fresh fish daily catch them on a pond along the 47 meters.

Such time meant nothing in Amanwella, bed and swing bed looks a lot along the way to the beach. But the scene on the beach no less beautiful, there are turtles that hatch their eggs here each spring. Furthermore, there are elephants, exotic birds and tigers that roam freely in the Uda Walawe National Park.

If you want to go to the Godellawela beach you should go in November to April, because the Sun shines brightest Sri Lanka

LANDAA GIRAAVARU BEACH
BAA Atoll, Maldives
Azur sea of ​​color that surrounds the island covering 18 hectares in the Baa Atoll is to be colorful because the clownfish and oriental Sweetlips. This place can be reached by small plane flight for 45 minutes from the international airport. From about 1190 coral islands of the Maldives, Landa Giraavaru is the most romantic because of the color of sand and shape changes from sunrise to sunset.

Guests can stay at the Four Seasons Resort Maldives Landaa Giraavaru, this is the only accommodation on the island. Here, they could see the fish milling about behind the glass while a massage in the spa-spa located under the sea. Waves will break in villas Sri Lankan architect Ismail Murad, while in open-air restaurant Al Barakat, underground lights will entertain the guests who enjoyed the chicken and cinnamon couscous, chickpeas, and raisins and various Middle Eastern dishes (mezzes)

Following the tour off the coast with one of six biological living in the resort, they were tasked to observe the development of more than 200 projects that will expand the coral reef lagoon on the island. Those who like to snorkel in the Indian Ocean could see the butterfly fish and unicorn fish white tail, or wear air tanks and dive with mantas and sharks.

The best time to see the underwater life is between December to April, when the most clear and calm sea. Mantas and whale sharks can be seen in the largest number from July to November.

Nihiwatu BEACH
SUMBA, INDONESIA

This beach is located about 400 kilometers east of Bali, on the southwestern island of Sumba, quiet beach has become a popular destination of surfers who come here to ride the waves, known as God's Left. But when they finished surfing in the afternoon, the beach along the 2.5 miles it will be yours.

You can stay at the Resort Nihiwatu consisting of villas overlooking the sea, as well as bungalows with three large bedrooms on the hill, complete with private pool overlooking the Indian Ocean. The rooms are equipped with a palm roof Sumba textiles and a variety of modern equipment.

To maintain the safety of the surfers, applicable safety policies that limit may only nine surfers in the sea. While waiting their turn, there are many things that can keep you entertained, such as the activity of fishing (fish are most abundant here is Spanish mackerel, Wahoo, and Trevally), snorkeling, scuba diving and boating tour of the bays Maloba Konda Beach, about an hour to the south. When the wave was receding, the resort staff will escort you to the villages around, so you can chat with the locals and buy beautiful souvenirs.

The best time to visit this beach is during April to December, after which the monsoon blows. Resort Nihiwatu closed from January 10 until February 28.

SUNRISE BEACH
KOH LIPE, THAILAND
Koh Lipe is one of 51 islands in the Tarutao National Marine Park in the Andaman Sea, off the southwest coast of Thailand. The island is famous for its sand and sea. One of the four main beaches on the island, Sunrise, got the beauty of the sunrise in the morning. Coconut tree silhouette was ghosting along the soft sand.

One of the newest hotels on the island, Idyllic Concept Resort is located amid tropical gardens, consisting of bungalows overlooking Sunrise Beach. About 16 villas that are here have a minimal design, but have modern fittings such as flat-screen TVs and broadband internet access.

Tiny island is easily explored on foot, but can also organize tours Idyllic bicycles and motorcycles. The reefs here are full of marine life (the 2004 tsunami had no impact here), but the divers do not miss the opportunity to explore Tarutao, Thailand's first marine park, with an area of ​​1490 square km. These waters are the habitat of dolphins, whales, and skeitar 25 percent of the world's tropical fish species.

The best time, and busiest, to visit Koh Lipe is in December when the temperature is relatively cool and rainy season has passed. Dives will be optimally carried out in March and April, when the water is calm and clear and the number of tourists has decreased. Each day provided a ferry that connects Koh Lipe with the surrounding islands from November to May, while in May and November ferries are available once a week.

TELUK DALAM KECIL BEACH
REDANG ISLAND, MALAYSIA

Soft sandy beach surrounded by tropical forest is located on the northern tip of Pulau Redang, Tanjung off the east coast of Malaya. Soak in water crystals in this protected lagoon or swim to Aziz's Reef, about 100 yards offshore, and you can find a colorful underwater life.

Best inn on the island is a new villas on the hill at the Berjaya Redang Beach Resort, complete with private patio and views of the lagoon is perfect.

It is very difficult not to laze on the beach, then pull one of the easy chair, and take shelter under the wide umbrella. There is always a game of volleyball and Berjaya always able to help divers of various levels of experience with diving equipment. You can also walk into the rainforest in the Gulf Coast In the Big, equally beautiful and more often left behind.

Except between November and January, when the monsoon strikes, Redang is usually always of Blue Skies.

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