10 Places in Papua Mandatory Visited

If you think Indonesia is nothing more attractive than countries in Europe there, try a visit to Papua. Indonesia's easternmost island has everything unending natural beauty to explore. Land and underwater nature into a paradise of its own for fans of nature tourism. Not only the rich natural, Papua also save the local cultural wisdom that still survive in this modern era. Exploring Papua will certainly be an interesting experience that you can tell to family and friends.

Visit Papua, jelalajahi wealth of their own country. If still confused where to go for there later, following a summary of 10 attractions in Papua which must be visited:

1. Taman Nasional Teluk Cenderawasih

The national park with an area of ​​1,453,500 hectares is almost 90% in the form of water. Not surprisingly, the park's Cendrawasih Bay became the largest marine conservation area and the largest in Indonesia. Here, there are 196 species of molluscs and 209 species of fish that you can see in the underwater realm. Not infrequently turtles, turtles, sharks and dolphins also accompany you while diving.Cendrawasih Bay National Park was established in 1993 by the Ministry of Forestry. In addition to enjoying the underwater nature, you can also explore the islands. Mioswaar Island, one of the islands in Papua tourist attractions, has a cave with a hot spring with a sulfur content that is worthy of your visit. In addition Mioswaar Island, there is still Yoop Island, numfor, Nusrowi Island and other islands that you should not miss.These attractions are in the two administrative districts of Wondama and Nabire. The national park is also a research center or a whale shark whale sharks undertaken by the government in collaboration with NGOs at home and abroad.

2. Raja Ampat

Who does not know the Raja Ampat? One of the tourist attractions in Papua's beauty attracted the attention of domestic and foreign tourists. Raja Ampat region consists of four large islands of Waigeo, Misool, Salawati, Batanta and small islands in the vicinity.Raja Ampat has a diverse marine life. According to a report from The Nature Conservancy, as much as 75% of the world's marine species found in the waters of Raja Ampat. During the dive, you will be accompanied by about 1,511 species of fish and sea turtles. Exciting, huh? While you are free to dive anytime throughout the year here, but the best time is in October and November. On these months, the weather is nice and the water is very clear so visibility when diving is ideal.If you do not want to dive, you can still enjoy the beauty of Raja Ampat to do trekking in the islands. Afraid of getting lost? Relax. You can use the services of a guide here. Guides in this tourist spot is the local residents who daily work as fishermen. Do not forget to bring betel nut or candy to give to local residents. And betel nut chewing is considered a sign of friendship and will make you more familiar with them.Here, there are many souvenirs you can buy as souvenirs ranging from traditional Asmat sculptures of musical instruments and traditional fabrics.

3. Danau Sentani

Lake with an area of ​​9,360 hectares is the largest lake in Papua. Located about 50 km from downtown Jayapura, Sentani Lake offers incredible beauty. There are at least 21 islands that adorn the lake with a height of 75 meters above sea level.There are many activities you can do here ranging from swimming, fishing, culinary eating around the lake to rent a boat to get around the lake. In addition, there are 24 villages around these places can be visited and interact directly with citizens. A view of a row of houses on stilts with a fishing net into a natural thing you see here.What is interesting is the annual event is the Lake Sentani Festival is usually held in mid-June. At the festival, where it will travel in full disesaki Papua tourists who want to see a variety of performing arts and local culture. In addition to enjoying the performances during the festival, you can also satisfy the tongue and stomach with typical cuisine served in Papua are many here.

4. Danau Paniai

Lake Paniai no less interesting from Lake Sentani. The lake is even referred to as the most beautiful lake in the Lake Se-World Conference in India on 30 November 2007, which followed 157 countries. The lake is located at an altitude of 1,700 meters above sea level with an area of ​​14,500 hectares. At dusk, the scenery is very beautiful sights. You can see the silhouette of the cliffs, the birds fly above the lake plus local fishing boats which started closer home.Here, you can fish together women Mee and Moni tribes commonly called 'mama'. Paniai Lake is one of the largest freshwater fish producer in Papua, many fish that you find here as carp, tilapia and tilapia fish.The facilities provided at the tourist attractions in Papua is quite complete from the guardhouse, a guide, rent a boat and fishing equipment, to food stalls around the lake. If you want to enjoy the beauty of Lake Paniai longer, you can stay at home residents.

5. Lembah Baliem

Baliem Valley is home to the Dani, Yali and Lani are located around the Jayawijaya Mountains. Located at an altitude of 1,600 meters above sea make this place the temperature can reach 10-15 degrees Celsius at night. Here, you can see and interact directly with the native tribes still wear penis gourds for men and skirts for her tassel.In August, Baliem become tourist attractions in Papua which attracts many tourists. During the three-day annual event that is held Baliem Valley Festival. This festival is actually a way of the government to abolish the tribal wars that often occur here. Tribal war has been banned, instead of this festival was held that changed the war into a performing arts and culture to invite tourists.In the war in this festival, there are scenarios that are run. Usually war will be preceded by the kidnapping of women one of the tribes or theft of the livestock pigs here. Furthermore, the war will take place beginning with tribal dances and traditional music accompaniment. In addition to war, there is also competition between villages pig races and grilled pork feast. You can also buy handicrafts handiwork local tribes.

6. Desa Wisata Sauwandarek

ika in Baliem you can interact with the tribes living in the mountains, in the village of Sauwandarek you can meet directly with the native tribes that live on the coast. Sauwandarek village still in the area of Raja Ampat, precisely in the Meos Mansar. Here, you can see a traditional house made of wood and straw roof.

Cultural sights is only occupied about 46 households. Women here used to make hats and bags of sea pandan leaves. If you liked their work, you can buy it on the spot.

Here, you can dive and snorkel. In addition, you can also trekking to the lake is unique in this village. His name Telaga Yenauwyau, is unique because the water in this pond saltwater, not freshwater like most other water in the lake. According to local residents, in this lake there is a white turtle that if you see it then you'll have good luck.

7. Pantai Bosnik

Prepare your camera because of the beauty of this beach can make you not stop taking pictures. Bosnik beach is located 15 km from the city center Biak has a vast expanse of sand with clear blue water and a row of palm trees which make it a perfect scenery to be immortalized in your camera.

Tourist attractions in Papua is perfect for relaxing with the family. With pay 10,000 Rupiah course, you can enjoy the beauty of the beach located in the village this Woniki. Besides playing beach volleyball in the sand ramps, you can also rent huts at a price of 50,000 rupiah and enjoy fresh coconut ice also local culinary.

8. Pantai Amai

Amai beach is a tourist spot that is right for you who want tranquility. This beach is relatively quiet, but by no means unattractive. At the end of the beach, there is a river estuary that makes saltwater and freshwater meet here. This fresh water is used by tourists to rinse yourself after swimming at beaches.

Besides swimming, you can also play beach volleyball, diving, snorkeling or relaxing in the gazebo that you can rent at a price of 50,000 rupiah. If you want to stay, on the beach Amai already available lodging house style stage.

Amai beach is located in the District Depapre or approximately 2 hours drive from Jayapura. The trip to the beach will test your adrenaline because of terrain and winding up and down, but everything will be paid off when up and see the beauty of Amai Beach. To get into these places, you are required to pay 25,000 Rupiah which includes the cost of parking.

9. Pulau Rumberpon

Rumberpon island located in the Gulf Wondama or 5 hour boat trip from Manokwari. The island has a beach called Pasir Panjang because it is a very long coastline reaching 6 km.

In these places, you can do a mainstay activities such as diving, snorkeling, swimming and fishing. If you want a different experience, try visiting the mangrove forests in the coastal else on this island. You also can go to grassland birds to see deer here.

10. Tugu MacArthur

MacArthur monument is a memorial tribute to General Douglas MacArthur who was general of the United States during World War II. This monument is in Ifar Mount, Jayapura. Here, you can go to the museum, saw the pictures and the history of the military General MacArthur. Tourist attractions in Papua is to witness the triumph of great generals who made several big war strategy. Located at an altitude of 325 meters above the sea, you can see Lake Sentani Sentani Airport and the airfield from here.MacArthur monument itself is a monument with a height of 3 meters is dominated by yellow and black. This monument is written in the history of General Douglas MacArthur in Indonesian and English.Overview of the MacArthur, the general is known with his words, 'I came through and I shall return'. He said this while military bases in the Philippines were destroyed by Japanese and he and his troops were forced to retreat to Australia. After the war strategy, in 1944 he landed in the Gulf Hamadi, Jayapura, and build a monument at the site of MacArthur's headquarters are located today. The General prove his point because then he and his army got rid of the Japanese and avenge the defeat of America in the Philippines and in Pearl Harbour.

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