Dieng is a popular tourist attraction in Central Java. It is inarguably the perfect choice for those who love mountainous ambience. In order to enjoy the beauty of Dieng maximally, time is one of the secrets. Let’s see the best time to visit Dieng ..!
During the dry season you can witness a unique phenomenon in Dieng. Because in the morning the air is so cold, even up to zero degrees Celsius, you can see the ice crystals-shaped dew that sticks to the leaves. In addition, during the dry season you can see Lake Warna in its best appearance.
Your chances will be even greater if it rains in the night. Most likely the next morning you will find an amazing blanket of clouds that make you think maybe you are setting foot in the seventh heaven. Fog also often appears in the rainy season that brings romantic feelings.
Sikunir Hill has a height of 2,505 meters above sea level. The climbing route to the top of the hill is not difficult, you just need to follow the path that already exists. Climbing to the top of Sikunir Hill takes 45 minutes – 1 hour.
During peak season the prices in Dieng, from accommodation to goods, tend to be overpriced. Peak season normally occurs during school holidays, Eid Al-Fitr holidays, Christmas holidays and New Year holidays. Therefore if you want to spend your spare time in Dieng without digging deep into your pocket, come when off season.
Various activities are held as part of Dieng Culture Festival. Among them are jazz music performances, lantern party, firework shows, art performances and puppet shows. Since it has been famous as one of the best cultural tourism in Indonesia, Dieng Culture Festival is always packed with local and foreign visitors.
After knowing the best time to visit Dieng, find out the best things to do in Dieng. Some are as follows.
The most recommended time to visit Lake Warna is in the morning until noon. The admission to Lake Warna is Rp 10,000. Opening hour is 8 am – 5 pm.
Arjuna Temple is a place of worship for the God of Shiva, the supreme god in the belief of Hindus who are famous for the Trimurti (Shiva, Vishnu, Brahma). The temple compound is usually used for Galungan ceremony and Dieng Cultural Festival. The admission to Arjuna Temple is Rp 5,000. Opening hour is 8 am – 5 pm. Arjuna Temple is a perfect example of wonderful temples in Indonesia for tourist attraction.
In addition, visitors can see hot mud burst and thick white gas billowing in the air. Sikidang crater has high levels of sulfur, therefore the smell of gas is very stinging and poisonous. The admission to Sikidang Crater is Rp 6,000. Opening hour is 8 am – 5 pm. Sikidang Crater is just one of magnificent craters in Indonesia.
However, because there is no lighting, visitors must bring their own flashlight. The climbing post opens at 2 am. Climbing to the top of Sikunir Hill takes 45 minutes – 1 hour. The admission to Sikunir Hill is Rp 6,000. Hunting sunrise is also one of great things to do in Mount Merapi.
The 23-minute film tells the story of the origins of the Dieng Plateau, the social life of the Dieng community, the eruption of Sinila Crater in 1979 that killed hundreds of people, the history of dreadlocks of Dieng children, and the phenomenon of ice dew in the dry season. The admission to Dieng Plateau Theater is Rp 4,000. Opening hour is 7 am – 6 pm.
All right, now you know the best time to visit Dieng and what to do to enjoy its beauty. So what holds your back? Let’s plan your holiday..!
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