Also known as the emerald of the equator, the magnificent nature of Indonesia not only captivates the domestic tourists, but also the international. A great number of the international tourists have time off to enjoy the Nusantara’s natures and cultures. Among many of the tourist destinations, which of them are the most visited by the international tourists?
1. Bali
Popularly known as the Island of the Gods, Bali is blessed with enchanting beautiful nature and the unique Hindu culture that become the attraction of the island. Bali offers almost everything a traveler wants from the prosperous spirituality of the culture, the exotic beaches, the incredible nature, all of those make Bali become the most popular destination for the foreign tourists in Indonesia.
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2. Baliem Valley
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The national park is located in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia. We can see the wildlife inhabited the national park such as gibbons, bears, monkeys, pythons, leopards, and the famous orangutan. We can also visit the research center in the national park. Thus, this may be your unforgettable weird things to do in Indonesia.
However, Tanjung Puting National Park is endangered because of the illegal logging and the land clearing for plantations.
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4. Gili Islands
You can certainly enjoy your favorite music on the beaches of the islands, away from the hectic of city life. What a peaceful place.
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5. Mount Bromo
The interesting event that you can find in Bromo is Kasodo Ritual from Tengger Tribe. The ritual is held to avoid bad lucks and diseases, and also to pray for abundant harvest. In the ritual, people will throw offerings to the crater of Mount Bromo and there will be others who catch the offerings as a symbol of blessing from the God. Further information, please take a look on Things to Do in Mount Bromo, East Java Indonesia.
The island is named Komodo because it is inhabited by Komodo, a giant prehistoric lizard that can grow up to the length of 3 meters long and weight of 70 kg. Komodo eats animal carcasses; most of them are mammals and birds.
Even though the lizard rarely attacks human, we nevertheless should be careful if we visit the island since it only takes a drop of the lizard’s saliva to our wounds in order for it to spread millions of bacteria to the body.
7. Bunaken
If you love diving and snorkeling, the national park is the safe haven for you since it one of the most popular diving spots in Indonesia, which is so beautiful.
We can found in Bunaken National Park about 70% of Pacific Ocean fish; a really amazing place to dive in. There are also many best spots in Bunaken that you can visit.
8. Borobudur
Borobudur is built for about 75 years in the era of Syailendra Dynasty.
The giant temple is magnificently splendid with the surrounding beautiful scenery. You can do Borobudur Yogyakarta. Not a wonder that many travelers come to visit the temple.
Here is the place where you can learn about Indonesian history, religions, and ancient times.
9. Tana Toraja
What makes a visit to Tana Toraja is the culture. It has a ritual that involves the deceased bodies. After the person is dead, his body will be kept, usually a year, before it comes to the real funeral ritual. The ritual takes several days. Eventually, the body will be buried in the hole of trees or small caves.
10. Toba Lake
In Toba Lake, you can swim in the warm water of the lake and enjoy the stunning scenery.
Besides of the beautiful nature, you can also enjoy the Sumatera traditional culinary in the available restaurants around the lake.
11. DKI Jakarta
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In Jakarta, you can visit Thousand Islands that have beautiful beaches and other destinations in the city like culinary places, museums, and the shopping centers.
12. Banten
You can enjoy here the natural view of the fresh Banten city that is far away from the frantic daily life in big cities.
Banten also has culinary spots that make the city worth to be visited by the domestic or international tourists. Well, you can do many weird things to do in Indonesia.
13. Riau Islands
One of the main attractions is Anambas Islands, which is the best tropical islands in Asia and the most attractive diving and snorkeling spot.
The islands can be put on your travelling list if you seek a natural beach to spend on your vacation. Check out here: 15 Stress-Relieving Things To Do in Riau Islands
14. Karimunjava
Karimunjava also offers the gorgeous underwater view that you can enjoy by snorkeling. Check out here: Things to Do in Karimun Jawa Island Indonesia
Those are the most visited destinations in Indonesia and weird things to do in Indonesia. Hopefully the list will help you to plan the best destination for your next vacation in Indonesia. Happy planning for your vacation!
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