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a piece of the lyrics of these children will probably inspire you to visit Mount Dempo which is one mountain in South Sumatra. Mount as high as 3,195 meters above sea level was much admired local community and be able to attract the attention of the tourists. For hikers, be prepared to be tempted by natural seduction Mount Dempo South Sumatra.
Looked and climb Mount Dempo, your eyes will be spoiled with a green carpet of tea gardens were large and spacious. Bercaping seen people carrying a basket on his shoulder while picking tea leaves are ready for harvest.

The highest peak in South Sumatra including active volcanoes, so do not be surprised if you still see the smoke and a bit of mud flow that leads to the lowlands. The trip climbing Mount Dempo which is the highest peak of Bukit Barisan mountain range will be an unforgettable experience. Along the climb, you will be taken on the two highest peaks are owned by the Bukit Barisan, namely Gunung Dempo and Marapi. When it first arrived at the top of this, you are going down the valley that lay in the middle of the two peaks of the mountain. In this valley there are springs that flow, it's just very clear water has a slightly sour taste, this is expected due to seepage of sulfur. Next, prepare a gravel road and climbed the rocks - rocks will accompany you step up successfully climbed the main peak and watch the natural scenery of Mount Dempo true. Relax, the slope of the valley that leads to the top of the pass is safe enough around 400.

The diameter of the main peak around 100 m2 with a view of the crater with a fairly steep crater wall conditions. It is difficult for you to go down without using the standard climbing gear. Painting Bengkulu real earth and the expanse of the Indian Ocean basin will anesthetize your adventurous spirit. While the second peak with a lower position will be presenting the scent of sulfur. In contrast to the main peak, here crater with sand and rocks can be used for resting and camping.

The specialty of these mountains is not only admired by tourists, but is also recognized by the national government so that the location was chosen as the arena of sports and paragliding PON XVI. After satisfying tourist interest, you should stop in a traditional market in the city center to shop for souvenirs such as tea parasite Palembang, robusta coffee and avocado.
location

Location of Mount Dempo are on the border between the provinces of Bengkulu and South Sumatra. Precisely located in the District of Pagar Alam.
access

Arriving in the capital city of Palembang, you can choose a personal vehicle, travel, or public transportation. The journey will take approximately 7 hours for a distance of Mount Dempo about 310 km from the city of Palembang.

For those using public transport, available travel and Economic Blue Bus Ponds non AC to be had in the terminal Karya Jaya Palembang. Public transport departs most mornings at 08.00 am and end at 17:00 pm departure. If this is your first trip in the city of Palembang, it is best to hire a motorcycle taxi or cab from the airport. After arriving at the terminal Pagar Alam, proceed to the Tea Factory PTPN III with a distance of about 8 Km. But first, it is suggested you taking the time to meet with Mr. Anton, he is an elder person by hikers South Sumatra and Lampung.
Ticket Prices

To climb Mount Dempo, you do not need to pay anything. It's just that the funds necessary to pay the cost of the vehicle to get to the area of ​​Mount Dempo.
Facilities and Accommodation

Intend to stay for the sake of enjoying the outdoors Mount Dempo longer? If yes, you just need to choose the accommodation that suits your holiday budget, because Area Mount Dempo there are many hotels and rental villas.

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Overview

Standing 3195 meters above sea level, Mount Dempo is the highest mountain in South Sumatra. Together with Marapi in Sumatra, Mount Dempo is the highest peak in the Bukit Barisan mountain range that runs along the island of Sumatra. After sipping a cup of hot tea in the morning, listening to the birds chirp in the trees and watch the sun slowly rises in the horizon, was morning and perfect start to climb to the summit of Mount Dempo.

Located on the border between South Sumatra and Bengkulu province on the west coast of Sumatra, located in the district of Mount Dempo Pagar Alam. As the name suggests Pagar Alam which means natural fence, in fact the whole place is surrounded by hills and mountains. It took about 7 hours of driving to reach Pagar Alam from Palembang and 15 kilometers from the city center to Mount Dempo Pagar Alam. The journey to this mountain will not be boring, because you will be spoiled with views of cliffs and valleys are fantastic in shades of cool air. A vast tea plantations will greet you when Mount Dempo right in front of the eye.

Once you loaded logistics, tents and sleeping bags ready, the next thing you do is take the challenge. With a heavy backpack will take the first step you through the vast tea plantations. Go in front of green tea plants will be replaced by wild bushes and the road began to climb. Among the mountaineers, Mount Dempo is known to have a challenging path with winding slopes of Mount Dempo has made it a favorite among climbers. Uprise fresh mountain air, hear the birds chirping and the sound of other animals. Stop for a moment to rest your legs and back while enjoying suasanya nature and fresh air is an unforgettable experience.

Nothing can match the sensation of reaching the summit of the mountain of success. Exhausting ascent will pay off with a magnificent view of the breadth of the horizon in the distance accompanied. This experience is an experience that can not be paid with money. You will see the crater of Mount Dempo is still steaming and still active. Turbulent atmosphere that you capture on your camera is a trophy for the success you reach the top.

In addition to challenging mountain sights, the remains of prehistoric culture can also be found in the area. Stone carving in the shape of humans, animals and the other scattered along the slopes of Mount Dempo. In the Pagar Alam also a traditional market selling a variety of local goods such as tea, coffee, fruits, and other worthy for your visit.

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Driving Into the heart of the Meratus Mountain Range, some two and a half hours from Banjarmasin,  capital of South Kalimantan Province, one will be welcomed by a lush landscape decorated with wonderful waterfalls, rushing rivers, and the enchanting culture of its indigenous people. That isolated piece of South Kalimantan’s paradise is known as Loksado, a sub-district of the Hulu Sungai Selatan Regency where the well preserved indigenous Dayak culture meets the stunning natural landscape.

This particular part of Kalimantan is home to the indigenous Dayak Meratus tribes–a sub ethnic group of the Dayak in Kalimantan that occupy traditional houses called Balai. Today, there are at least 43 of these Balai that can be found in 9 villages across Loksado. Among these, the most notable are Balai Hambawang Masam, Balai Adat Malaris, Balai Kacang Parang, Balai Haratai, and more. A Balai is a traditional wooden long house with tens of rooms measuring 3 by 4 meters and are occupied by tens of families.

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Aside from the spectacular underwater splendors off its coastline and around the nearby Menjangan Island, the serene little village of Pemuteran is also surrounded by Balinese distinct cultural charm which radiates from the beautiful temples that lie in some of the most dramatic natural settings. Among the most notable are the Pura Agung PulakiPura Pabean, and Pura Melanting.
Centered on Pulaki Bay just to the east of Pemuteran Village, the temples located in separate places in this area form what is known as the Pulaki Temples Complex. The complex is centered at the Pura Agung Pulaki, while 6 other temples known as its pesanakan or families are Pura Pabean, Pura Kerta Kawat, Pura Melanting, Pura Belatungan, Pura Puncak Manik and Pura Pemuteran. According to local beliefs, the 7 temples represent the Hindu’s concept of the Sapta Loka and Sapta Patala or the seven layers of the universe.
Nestled magnificently between the mountain and the sea, Pura Agung Pulaki sits pleasantly in the perfect setting of what Balinese called Nyegara Gunung or where the mountain meets the sea – a place of very high spiritual energy. The temple is considered as one of the biggest and most important temples in Bali, and was said to have been built to commemorate the arrival of the Javanese Priest Saint Danghyang Nirartha to Bali in the early 16th Century. The temple is dominated by black granite stone in its architecture and decoration,  perfectly blending  with the hilly background as if some parts of the temple are actually carved out from the cliffs. 

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Located 145 km north of Pontianak , capital of  West Kalimantan, Singkawang is the second largest city in the province, bordering the State of Sarawak, Malaysia.   Unlike other towns in Indonesia, Singkawang has a distinct oriental atmosphere with hundreds of Chinese temples found around almost every corner of town. This is because over 70% of Singkawang’s population is of Chinese descent, predominantly of the Hakka tribe with some Teochew. Others are Malays, Dayaks and other Indonesian ethnic groups.
In the 18th century, West Borneo lured many from mainland China to the gold mines at Monterado (today called the Bengkayang district). The Chinese came by the thousands, and on their way there they used to overnight in Singkawang. Most settled here and their descendents today form the majority population of Singkawang.
One of the oldest temples here is the Tri Dharma Bumi Raya temple , established in 1878 dedicated to the god of the forest, or Tua Peh Kong.   
Normally a quiet city, Singkawang comes alive each Chinese New Year, reaching its climax at Cap Goh Meh, or the fifteenth day of Chinese New Year, closing the celebrations. For this event, Chinese from around the region, including those from Java and Sumatra but also from Singapore and Malaysia flock to Singkawang to celebrate the event with family and friends.
During these celebrations the Tatung or Chinese shamans will perform their supernatural prowess to the thousands gathered along the streets, while remaining totally unharmed. However, before performing their feats they first pray for blessing at the temple of Toa Peh Kong. (Tatungs are people endowed with  supernatural powers performing during the Cap Go Meh Festival in Singkawang, ‘the city of a thousand shrines’in West Kalimantan. Two of the tatungs are seen bending a sharp sword with their abdomen, remaining completely unharmed.)
Singkawang is also famous for its Chinese ceramics, still produced in the old style  with “antique” designs. Center for ceramics is at Sa Kok, some 7 km. from Singkawang. Ceramics made in Singkawang is very popular on Java and can be bought in many parts of Jakarta and Surabaya.

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Established in 1971 by Dr. Biruté Galdikas and Rod Brindamour, Camp Leakey in the Tanjung Puting National Park in Central Kalimantan is the oldest orangutan Research and Conservation Center in the world. The name was taken to honor paleo-anthropologist Louis Leakey, mentor and inspiration to Dr. Biruté Galdikas. Louis Leakey also supported Diane Fossey in the research and protection of the gorillas in Africa and Dr. Jane Goodall in chimapanzees.    
Originally consisting of only two simple huts and meant as Research Center for the great ape in Borneo, Camp Leakey has grown through the years and expanded to include conservation and rehabitlitation efforts to save the endangered orangutans and release captured primates back into the wild. The Orangutan Foundation International organization is now also active in the conservation of rainforests to protect the habitat of the apes.
OFI also organizes special eco-tours led personally by Dr. Biruté Galdikas (click here for details: To do)  
It is through the publication of research in Camp Leakey that the world has come to know about the orangutans. Until today, the organization remains active in supporting research by various universities in Indonesia and the United States, not only on the orangutan but also on the tropical environment that supports the primates
Because of her unfailing devotion to the preservation of the orangutan, Dr. Galdikas is the most respected authority on these primates. Dr.Galdikas has received countless awards, including the Kalpataru Award from the Government of Indonesia, the highest award handed to pioneers in the preservation of Indonesia’s nature and environment. She also received the Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement, Gold Medal for Conservation, Chester Zoological Society (UK), PETA Humanitarian Award, United Nations Global 500 Award, and many more prestigious recognitions.  

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Overview

White Sand Beach, or Pantai Pasir Putih, in Indonesian truly describes the atmosphere. The enticing white sand refreshes the eyes and feeds the soul with the burning energy to explore. Only 20 kilometers away from Bandar Lampung, this spot has gained more and more popularity these days.

To Stay

You can stay at inns and hotels in Bandar Lampung. Should you wish to spend the night in the middle of the island, you can stay at an inn in Condong Island. The furnishing is simple yet comfortable. A luxurious villa is available in Bule Island. Also, you can find inns on the road to Pasir Putih.

To Do

You can ride a motorboat to circle the beach and visit Condong & Bule island. Bule Island has many varieties of fish, coral reefs, and marine biota that will amaze you.You can also rent a boat and view the marine life through the wooden boxes that have a glass on them in one side. If you put the box in the sea water using the glassy side on the bottom, you'll be able to view the life in the sea. You can also have a picnic in this beach.

Get There

By a car passing Trans Sumatera road from Lampung, you will reach this place in about 30 minutes. You can also ride public transportation from Lampung straight to Pantai Pasir Putih.

To Buy

You can buy souvenirs related to this beach in the area, or better yet in Bandar Lampung.

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