December 09, 2009

If Rote's Island in the Near Bali


Fast ferry out of Port Tenau anchor, Kupang at 09.00 am for local time. But only about 45 minutes of sailing, the waters around the Semau Island, the ship was rocked by a strong eddy swirling like a tornado, they called as Pukuafu.

Although Pukuafu often make ferry passengers held their breath, for those who like adventure, rocked by the sea eddy is an exciting challenge. Especially after the shock escape the vortex Pukuafu, they are immediately treated to the charm Semau Island beach a supremely elegant. Semau beach is a steep rocky beach on the north and south. There is also atol, it’s a coral island set in a verdant mangrove forests in the eastern part of Rote.

More leisurely cruise along the coast when new ports where there are crossings, but not fast ferry boat docked in New Beach. After a half hour sail through the fierce currents Pukuafu, then down the beautiful islands in the southernmost area of Indonesia that will ferry docked at Pier Ba'a, Rote Ndao capital district.

Ba'a coast, mangrove forests spread like a green belt stretching, covering the island's landless chalk. In certain parts, the green belt interspersed with white sandy beaches and small hills like a mini island jutting into the sea. Atoll scattered here and there.

Atol, like almost cut off the wave hit. Blow waves make the atol like umbrella, looked beautiful, especially when the waves were forming a white foam around it. Dock on the left Ba'a, there are beaches sedimentation processes that occur during hundreds of years. The beach was covered with mangrove saplings.

While on the right, looking Ba'a City with his back to shopping area sea. Faraway look Termanu Stone, beaches and small hills that form the promontory that reportedly kept the mystery about the power of Rote Island.

Stone Termanu from Rote island looks very charming. On the left side of the hill Termanu with brown sandy beaches, there are quite a luxury inn. From this side, travelers can watch the sun sink intact without barrier to the western horizon.

Kuta of Rote

In addition to Stone Terman, on the banks of Rote Ndao famous beach is also there to other countries; Nembrala. Nembrala cited as his Kuta Rote Island, which has white sand as far as the eye could see, to the east and west, even in the villages covered roofs, white sand kept extend.

Visitors must be made chuckled admiringly. Along the coast have also been awake now hotels and restaurants, which mostly visited by foreign tourists and domestic tourists few.

More to the east, the seductive charm of the beach. Bo'a name, the beach where the surfers of the world usually follow the international level competitions.

Only about two or three miles from the coast Bo'a, look Ndana island, sandy island, but all the green, where a platoon of Marines Army Navy escort the nation from the south of Indonesia.

In addition to the tempting white sand, the beach there is also Bo'a atol. On the hill of the program already exists "Caucasians" to build an inn in the woods and if interested, can cross to the Ndana island, there were many deer are protected Timor, as well as a military base guarding the nation's Navy.

Visitors also can go on an adventure to Oeseli, a distance of only about three miles from Bo'a. Along the road to Oeseli, found many of the cliff is overgrown with stunted trees that looked like a bonsai garden, and finally found the beach has a Oeseli a large gate of rock hill.

Rock hill, forming a large gate to peek southern region. Across the south Ndana Island, Oeseli looked fresh green. Ndana Island, is the southernmost island of Indonesia, located just 70 miles from the mansions of Sand Island, the territory of Australia.

In Oeseli, forest rocks lined up along the coast, is said to be where young people Rote spend weekends or vacation time to fill. In Rote many beautiful places, unfortunately these places far away from Bali.

Beautiful scenery, not only in Ba'a, Stone Termanu, Nembrala, Beach Bo'a and Oeseli, but there are many other places, both on the coast south and north. If Rote is located near Bali, foreign tourists will certainly fight each other. Happy holidays!

November 27, 2009

The Floating Market Of Lok Baintan


Middle-aged mother was paddling a small boat through the fog down the river this morning. Citrus fruits and fresh vegetables tigarun accumulate in the boat. Some women also followed, djoekoengs-local term for a small boat, owned by them side by side, each carrying natural products sold in the market for a floating village of Lok Baintan, Tabuk River Sub-district, Banjar, South Kalimantan, Indonesia.

November to coincide with the orange season. Abundant citrus harvest so villagers trooped to the market to sell. They also sell traditional cakes, food, basic needs such as rice, coconut oil until the clothes. The atmosphere changed market crowded morning.

Towards a floating market in this country requires travel time for one hour river journey from the city of Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan. The land route could be taken using a motorcycle, with the same travel time, but more impressive through the river channels.

The market started around at 8 am for local time, Martapura River segment occupies. The market began to beat marked by the arrival of the traders who paddled djoekoengs gathered one by one to one point. What is unique is this market moves toward aka Late adjust the river flow and peak market hubbub going around at 9 am for local time.

Buying and selling took place in a river. Rather difficult to distinguish where buyers and sellers, because the traders seemed at once to the buyer.

The best time to see the grandeur of this market is when the season citrus fruit or rambutan between September and December. But unfortunately, often the fruit season is now uncertain because of the same uncertain climate influenced the heat and rain today.

But that does not mean out in the above we can not to that market.
Only remains note that in the rice harvest, the market situation is relatively more quiet, because the residents and traders spend more time in rice fields.

Factors uncertain season, crop quality and quantity of natural products also influence the market situation. In addition, the market was also hit by a cultural shift to a culture of inland rivers.

Floating market in this village is the last remaining in South Kalimantan. This market was once more scattered, but have become extinct. Even the old city of Banjarmasin has a floating market and Health confirmed extinct following a change in land markets. Many tourists who visit and Health have to swallow disappointment of not finding any stretch of exoticism in the water market.

Extinction of traditional markets in the region "a thousand rivers" was triggered by a greedy land of culture and supported by regional development which is always oriented kedaratan. River channels and canals destroyed replaced with ease by land. Communities have used many djoekoengs, are now proud to have a motorcycle or a car.

Lucky Village Lok Baintan survived. The village became one of the cultural heir to the grandest river in South Kalimantan. The rivers are still rivet local economy. Happy holiday !

November 24, 2009

Trying Banten Tour Package (2)


Before ending the trial trip tour package, a number of related parties such as the Department of Culture and Tourism of Banten, PHRI, HPI, Asita and elements of the Press signed an agreement to contribute to the development of tourism in the province of Banten is packed in a declaration called the "Declaration Umang".

Test Banten 2009 tour package is one of the programs initiated by the Office of Culture and Tourism of Banten province by including one representative offices related in Banten Province Department of Transport, Public Works Department, Marine and Fisheries, and several other agencies.

In addition, testing these tour packages involving other related elements of the Association of Indonesian Hotels and Restaurants (PHRI), Association of the Indonesian Tours and Travel Agencies (Asita), Association of Indonesian guide (HPI), the press and some elements of corporate travel agents.

Head of Culture and Tourism of Banten, Suharta Ranta said test tour package is a breakthrough step in the effort to promote tourism as well as evaluate what Banten lacks of tourism in Banten.

"We want to unite perceptions and soliciting input from stakeholders of how efforts to promote tourism in Banten," Ranta said Suharta after removing the test group tour package of the 2009 Jakarta S'Rizki Restaurant in Serang.

He said, with a pilot package of Banten involving tourism related elements are expected to a common perception of the world to promote tourism in Banten. Moreover, with activity expected of each other's deficiencies and weaknesses to correct both of those who provide services such as travel companies, as well as the tourist facilities are presented to the tourists themselves.

The group tour package of Banten in 2009 set off using a vehicle bus from S'Rizki Restaurant in Serang to Jakarta Batik handicraft center at Jalan Bhayangkara, then proceed to the object of pilgrimage tourism Banten Grand Mosque and the Museum of Antiquities the Old Banten Lama, which took about 30 minutes drive from Serang city.

After seeing a variety of ancient objects of heritage in the Sultanate of Maulana Hasanuddin Banten Lama Archeological Museum, with a guided group of officers from the DPD guides Association of Indonesia (HPI) of Banten province, then traveled to see heritage sites around locations such as Fort Banten Lama Speelwijk, Vihara Avalokitesvara, the Mosque of Chinatown.

Next, the group moved on in about an hour to the hotel at the beach Patrajasa Anyer, Serang which is one of a series of tourist attractions package Banten 2009 before finally stopped at the Central Office of Ujung Kulon National Park and the last at Umang Island in Ujung Kulon area. Happy Holiday!

Trying Banten Tour Package (1)


South Beach waves exactly in Jakarta Sumber Jaya Village, Sub District Pandeglang as Wells welcomed the arrival of about 50 people from the party guests test 2009 tour packages Banten Tourism and Culture Banten Province, Indonesia. They come to enjoy the beautiful beaches on the island which has a width of about these five hectares.

The delegation arrived on the island called Pulau Umang it at around 5 pm some time ago after traveling about three hours from the hotel on the beach Patrajasa Anyer, Serang regency, Banten, Indonesia.

To cross to the island located in the bay stretching Panaitan in waters between Cape Lesung in the north and the Ujung Kulon on the south side, the group takes about 15 minutes to cross from the dock at the District wells to the island by motor boat maximum capacity 20 people .

Arriving at the island group Umang friendly smile greeted the tour guide who invited guests to relax in the lobby of the building form on top like a crab, one aquatic snail type.

In the lobby of the building that contains a row of white sofas, wooden chairs, dining table and a small stage, while in front stretched a swimming pool that is located directly opposite the beach on a pier next to the one on the island.

The guests were treated to dinner at the beach with various types of fish food, pop music lacks that broke the silence. The sea breeze blowing in the trees along the coast of the island.

After staying one night on the island of Umang, the next day a test group tour package of Banten. There are a variety of entertainment on the beach can be enjoyed such as diving, banana boat ride and enjoy the young coconut in the management presented Oar Island about 10 minutes away by boat from Pulau Umang.

Travel Into Space


Curious to see the beauty of the moon and the stars? Come to Bosscha observatory located in Lembang, Bandung, Indonesia. You can see the heavenly bodies by using a giant telescope. The existence and function is protected by Law No. 5 of 1992 and Decree of the Minister of Culture and Tourism which set No.KM.51/OT.007/MKP/2004 Bosscha Observatory as objects of national cultural conservation.

Dome-shaped building was painted white still looked magnificent, but the building was already 87 years old. Tall building about 15 meters in diameter and 11 meters. The building that stood in the area of 6 hectares berhawa cool specially designed by renowned Dutch architect, KCPW Schoemaker, Bung Karno, a former lecturer at the college when the Bandung Institute of Technology. That's the Zeiss dome building located at the observatory Bosscha.

Entering into the building, visitors can see the Zeiss telescope and its dome which is the contribution from Bosscha and first intended to study binary star. In addition to Zeiss telescope, in this place also saved a number of other important telescopes. For example telescope Bamberg, Schmidt, Goto, Unitron.

Bosscha trips to the observatory is very good for improving the intellectual quality of the heavenly bodies, especially the children as much educational value obtained by the children. They can increase the power of imagination and love the world more and more space.

The procedure to visit the observatory different Bosscha we visit other resorts. Every visitor should make registration a month earlier, they can register through phone or mail. Visitors can choose the time his visit, day and night. Visits during the day can be done on Tuesday - Saturday, which is divided into three sessions, at 09.00 am, at 12.00 am, and at 03.00 pm. For day visitors visit only charged Rp.5000, - per person. Visits afternoon just a description of working procedures and the history of telescopes and the solar system through the LCD.

Meanwhile, a visit that night can only be done in April to October. About the dates that determine the Bosscha as expected in the months of drought occurred. Meanwhile, from March to November is more common cloudy. For tonight's visit Rp.10.000,- charged per person with a maximum of 200 guests. The activity began at 05.00 – 08.00 pm. They can register starts from one, two, three, and then merged to become 200 people.

However, visitors can also visit the site directly. Only depends on the situation. Happy holiday!

October 31, 2009

7 Days to Explore New Zealand


The first day trip in the Kiwi started to enjoy the city of Christchurch is known as the "Garden City" with the past and visit the Cathedral Square, which is a broad field in front of the Anglican Catholic Church, Avon River and Hagley Park, the most beautiful rivers and parks in New Zealand . In New Zealand there is also a famous bridge is Bridge of Remembrance, which is the oldest bridge in Christchurch. After that we visited the Botanical Garden is a famous garden with fruit trees Japanese cherries. You can see the city of Christchurch from the hills Sign of Takahe.
The second day, the journey continues toward Twizel. On the way we can see the beauty of the beautiful Lake Tekapo and the Church of Good Shepherd is the only one old church in Tekapo. You also can enjoy the panoramic beauty of Mount Cook with eternal snow is very charming and can go to the top of Mount Cook by helicopter to enjoy the sparkling snow.
The third day, the trip continued to Quennstown the small town of Arrowtown past. On arrival in Queenstown you can enjoy the beauty of Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu from a height of 450 meters by using the Gondola Ride. In Lake Wakatipu you can try jet boat ride or cruise.
The fourth day, the trip continues to Milford Sound. Arriving at Milford Sound using a speedboat, you can see the beautiful scenery along the journey that lay between the summit of Mount Miter Bowens and waterfalls.
The fifth day, the journey continues to the city of Dunedin. It is still influence with century-style buildings house 19. On arrival in Dunedin, Otago University is visiting the oldest university in New Zealand. Octagon Square & Statue, a field in front of St. luasa. Paul Cathedral dan Dunedin Harbour. Paul's Cathedral and the Dunedin Harbor.
Sixth day, we left Dunedin to Rotorua to see the fish breeding and bird Kiwi Trout. Next visit New Zealand Farm to see the sights cutting fleece. For dinner we will enjoy a special menu Rotorua while entertained with traditional entertainment Maori Concert.
The seventh day, we will visit the village of Whakarewarewa Maori tribe. You also can see the uniqueness of Waitomo Caves are inhabited by glow worms light. The journey continues towards Auckland, Mount Eden's first visit is the former stronghold of Maori tribes. America's Cup Village, where a sailboat grasper held Auckland Harbor Bridge and the bridge is shaped like a bow.

Exploring the Six Day Australia


The first day starts from Melbourne to visit the Queen Victoria Market, Parliament Building, Shrine of Remembrance, St.Patrick 's Cathedral, Collins Street, known as a business center and shopping. To see the huts that once inhabited by Captain James Cook, discoverer of the continent of Australia, James Cook of Fitzroy Garden & Captain Cook's Cottage.

Day two, we can enjoy the beautiful snow at Mount Buller, a wide range of activities such as making a snowman, ski or surf board and ride the chairlift to be your choice whilst in this area.

The third day, with a plane or bus continued on to the Gold Coast, a town on the coast which is a recreation and entertainment areas in Australia. On arrival at the Gold Coast, we visited the Mall to enjoy an exciting variety of entertainment such as the Tower of Terror, Giant Drop, Water Slide and a close look at Australia's unique fauna such as koalas and kangaroos.

The fourth day, we spent time with a visit Movie World, the largest film studios in Australia, to watch from close behind the filming technique is very impressive display. Do not miss the game Roller Coaster Road Runner in Looney Tunes Village, Wild Wild West Adventure Ride, Lethal Weapon and attractions such as the Police Academy Show, Western Action Show is exciting.

The fifth day, from Brisbane we headed to Sydney to visit Bondi Beach, Dudley Page & The Gap, Rose Bay & Double Bay. Corner of the beautiful city of Sydney, Rose Bay & Double Bay, an area with the European style, and Watson's Bay is famous for its "Fish and Chips", and that is the Homebush Bay Olympic complex Sydey 2000. After that we can have dinner at Sydney Tower Revolving Restaurant.

Sixth day, still in Sydney we can visit objects other famous attractions such as the Town Hall, Queen Victoria Building, the Cathedral of St. Andrews, State Theater, The Rocks, which is the oldest areas in the city of Sydney. Then we can take pictures-photos of Harbor Bridge is a magnificent bridge in the city of Sydney. Opera House which is a symbol of the city of Sydney. After lunch we can around Sydney's harbor. In the afternoon we can shop at David Jones and Queen Victoria Building.

May 11, 2009

Indonesia: The Raja Ampat Islands


The Raja Ampat, or “Four Kings,” archipelago encompasses more than 9.8 million acres of land

and sea off the northwestern tip of Indonesia’s West Papua Province. Located in the Coral Triangle, the heart of the world’s coral reef biodiversity, the seas around Raja Ampat possibly hold the richest variety of species in the world.

The area’s massive coral colonies show that its reefs are resistant to threats like coral bleaching and disease —threats that now jeopardize the survival of corals around the world. In addition, Raja Ampat’s strong ocean currents sweep coral larvae across the Indian and Pacific Oceans to replenish other reef ecosystems. Raja Ampat’s coral diversity, resilience to threats, and ability to replenish reefs make it a global priority for marine protection.

Survey Confirms Highest Marine Biodiversity on Earth

In 2002, The Nature Conservancy and its partners conducted a scientific survey of the Raja Ampat Islands to collect information on its marine ecosystems, mangroves, and forests. The survey brought Raja Ampat’s total number of confirmed corals to 537 species— an incredible 75% of all known coral species. In addition, 899 fish species were recorded, raising the known total for Raja Ampat to an amazing 1,074. On land, the survey found lush forests, rare plants, limestone outcroppings, and nesting beachesfor thousands of sea turtles.

Though human impacts here are less severe than elsewhere in Indonesia, Raja Ampat’s natural resources are endangered by over fishing and destructive fishing, turtle poaching, and unsustainable logging. The Indonesian government recently established Raja Ampat as a separate administrative unit, which will give communities a greater say in managing the natural resources upon which their livelihoods depend. This structure also offers an important opportunity to include conservation in the spatial planning of the newly formed local government.

April 26, 2009

Indonesia: Grojogan Sewu Waterfalls


The atmosphere is fresh and cool things that you will feel when near waterfalls. What if there is a waterfall not only one? That is that you will feel when the waterfall Grojogan Sewu, Karanganyar, Central Java. Places of tourist attractions which is a forest with waterfalls and several other facilities provided the manager can make you one of your destination.

To enter this area of tourism, you must pay the entrance ticket is Rp 6.000, -. Counter the entrance there are 2 units. The first is located at the top, while the road to the first counter, you can see decorative plants that are sold on the street. You can also ride to the ticket window when you are lazy walk. You will also be a little surprised when there are primates that are on the road. Meanwhile, the second door is located on the slopes below.

When you go through the first door on the top, you have to climb down the ladder and be neatly arranged stones for the waterfall. Appliances that this amount of hundreds, perhaps you can make your legs feel stiff. To overcome this problem, the gazebo offers at some point, so you can rest a while. In this area, there is a monkey caudate-free long life, so do not wonder when you'll find in travel. The amount is more tolerable, but you need not fear because the guard here will not affect the general.

Grojogan Sewu own means thousand waterfalls. Indeed, waterfall here was not a thousand, but there are some point waterfalls that you can enjoy here. Highest waterfall is about 80 meters high. There is also a waterfall that is not too high but the shower and formed extensive branches. When the rainy season, around the cliffs will be caught in the rain falls, but during the summer, many waterfalls are dry. Pegunjung who want to go near the water, should be careful because they had to go through the stones of the slippage.

Once satisfied aitr enjoy the dive, you can be around to enjoy the fresh forest this tour. With a 20 ha, this area provides a swimming pool for children and adults. There are also stalls selling food prices. The other is a pine forest and the trees that until hundreds of years of age. Pathways are neat and you can make berbatu enjoy the beautiful scenery that is presented.

Indonesia: Lido Lake Sukabumi


Lido beautiful lake and knowledgeable tour has become a place for the community and around the city from outside Sukabumi, West Java. Tourism is a mainstay on the tour here is water. Along the lake, there are many facilities that can be used for those who want to enjoy the beauty of the lake, for example, water bike, speedboat, or a more traditional and unique is to use a raft made of bamboo.

You can stay over in a small island in the middle of the lake to relax or order food. You can order the roasted corn and coconut youth on the island. You can enjoy the mountain air is cool and fresh atmosphere that will make you relax in the delightful Lake Lido.

In addition, some facilities are provided by the Lake Lido as the fishing. For you who like fishing, of this activity is fun for fishing in the lake that many fish. You can also enjoy the facilities for outbound at Lake Lido Flying Fox as a significant challenge.

Once satisfied around, it's time to fill the stomach. You can choose to eat in restaurants float. Called a float because the meal is over the water and you will be dining at the top of the raft float. Most of the menu is the typical cuisine of Sunda.

While the broad lake view, the fish and the natural surrounding, will create increased appetite. Not blowing breeze is cool. After your tour enjoy a variety of interesting and fun on Lake Lido, you can also buy a variety of interesting souvenirs sold by residents in the area around this tour.

You can also enjoy the sports facilities in the air here, which is managed by Lido Aero Club. You can enjoy air sports such as skydiving, aeromodeling, paramotor (parachute with motor), Forum, and swayasa. In addition there is a runway along the 850 meters that is suitable for landing small aircraft and training aircraft.

If you want to spend the night here, you can spend the night at the Lido Lakes Hotel. Star hotels and resorts that have been established since 1935 this year to provide various facilities of spoil guests, such as a swimming pool the preferred children.

Other facilities are facilities that are complete enough outbound and golf course. You can ride All Terrain Vehicle (ATV), which resemble large motor for walking circumnavigate the protected forest.

With a lot of room and comfort, the hotel is also often a destination for the company outing. So, if you only have little time for the holiday, you can try to visit this place because there are a lot of beauty that you can get along with beloved family.

April 25, 2009

Indonesia: Dago Tea House



Dago Tea House or at the Dutch colonial era, known as Dago Thee Huis is one place that has the most beautiful panorama in the city of Bandung, West Java. Here you can enjoy the valley a beautiful city and glamor. At night, you can see the flickering lights of the city's high Dago. In addition, in Dago Tea House, a West Java Cultural Park that displays various arts Pagelaran typical West Java. Dago is one of the areas most in tune city.

Regions located in the northern city of Bandung has a distinctive charm. In this area there are many tourist attractions and tourist center of culinary interest. For example waterfall tour Curug Dago and protected forest which is called the Forest Park Raya. There are also historic sites such as Dago in Goa Goa Japan and the Netherlands. Dago area and the expansion in the northern city known as Dago Pakar also provide a variety of interesting restaurants to visit while enjoying the panoramic city of glamor.

Since the Dutch colonial era, Dago area has become the most preferred place by the Dutch in the era. Dago dibangung in various homes and villa owned by Dutch citizens with a way that is typical in the way that high trees planted. In addition, various public facilities also dibangung in this place in the Dutch colonial period. One of which still survive to this ITB, for example, established in 1920. ITB initially called de Technische Hoogeschool te Bandung (THB). There are also Zoos Bandung also developed since that time. Then there is also Dago Tea House or at the time as the Dutch called Dago Thee Huis which means "Dago Tea House". This place was built as a restaurant where the event enjoy drinking tea and culinary at that time while enjoying the natural beauty of the earth at that time Parahyangan.

Dago Tea House is located in the area on Dago altitude 600 meters from the sea surface. Air cool to make visitors relax and enjoy like food and drink here. You can pass Jalan Ir. H. Juanda to reach this place until almost the end of the north of this street. When logged in, you must purchase a ticket to enter the area Dago Tea House at IDR. 1000, - per person.
Although initially a place to drink tea and eat or restaurant, this place later changed to Taman Budaya Provinsi West Java. Park in the West Java Culture is often performed by a variety of arts and culture of Sunda. Later the name changed to Central Management of Taman Budaya Jawa Barat.

Destination Culture Park was established as this is the cultural center or West Java heritage. In this place, often held at a place With theater. Then there is also an art gallery displaying a variety of traditional arts in West Java. There are also workshop space for various art and cultural activities. Each week in this place there are always showtimes and a arts and culture. While each end of the year on year turnover night, Taman Budaya menyelenggarkan performance Bajidoran.

Area of Management of Central Park West Java Culture Dago Tea House, or about 4 hectares. In addition to the wide parking area, there are also some other facilities, among others:
The main building used as Dago Tea House Restaurant. Has a stage with a seating capacity that is able to accommodate up to 1200 spectators. For spectator seating consists of two stand, ie stand up and stand down. Interesting is that this theater is a theater, so that spectators can also enjoy the beautiful city and enjoy the cool mountain air. Some of the routine showtimes here is a typical dance of West Java is famous Jaipongan. Other showtimes Karawitan namely, Angklung, Pantun Bubun, playwright, Tembang Sunda, Kuda Lumping, Wayang Golek, and other. In addition to the main theater, there is also a theater-sized garden which is smaller. You can enjoy showtimes while enjoying the beauty of the garden here.

There are galleries in the area of theater that is often used as a place where art exhibitions, competitions and discussions. Gallery consists of two rooms in the front and behind. This first gallery is known by the name "Roemah Tea" is often used as a place to drink tea as the main place names Dago Tea House or Dago Tea House. Because the function as a Central Management of Taman Budaya Jawa Barat, then here is also available in the dance studio. This place is used as a training center dance including West Java Jaipongan.

In the main building there is also a library for the general collection that includes books of art and culture. You can also purchase a variety of typical cindera West, good crafts, painting, puppet show, and also cindera other eye.

On the floor above the main building there is a Cafe Boga scabby. You can enjoy a variety of typical food dish Sunda here liwet such as rice, vegetable acids, lalapan, and karedok. Not drink the typical traditional Sundanese bandrek and bajigur beverages. Besides food and drink typical Sunda, you can also book a variety of European and Chinese food such as beef steak Food, sandwiches, salads, fish steak, chicken steak, and seafood. Food and drink prices here are relatively cheaper. Price of rice liwet portion of Rp 2 people. 25.000, - and bandrek and bajigur beverages around Rp. 7000, - per glass. In addition to the main building on the floor, you can also enjoy your meal in the hut or in Saung Sunda language that has been provided lesehan while enjoying the beautiful panorama.

You can enjoy a variety of typical food dish Sunda and other food at Dago Tea House. One of the favorite menu in this place is bandrek and bajigur beverages. Bandrek bajigur beverages and is a traditional drink in West Java. It's sweet and delicious. They both have a womb that makes ginger drink this match drink in the air dingin.Bandrek have ginger mixture with brown sugar and coconut. Bandrek in the beverage, there are snippets of which can also be eaten. Sometimes sweet condensed milk added to increase the enjoyment bandrek.Sedangkan bajigur beverages is a mixture of ginger mixed with brown sugar and jelly plus grain. Same as bandrek, bajigur beverages are also sometimes added sweet condensed milk. Both traditional drink is usually served in hot conditions so that the warmth and strength of the body in the cold mountain air.

Dago Tea House, or the Management of Central Park West Java Culture can be an interesting place to visit. You can enjoy a delicious meal while enjoying the learning and the arts of Sunda. This place can become a media education that entertain the whole family.

April 22, 2009

City Hall & Around The Singapore River


City Hall and the Singapore River are home to historical landmarks like the Padang, The Old Parliament House, The Victoria Concert Hall, Raffles Landing Place and Cavenagh Bridge. City hall is also the heart of the central business district, while the Singapore River has become a prime night life and entertainment area. Between work and play there is always time for shopping!

The newly revamped Marina Square is certainly bigger and better now. A satisfying shopping experience is guaranteed, and you can end your day at any one of the little pubs or diners located just outside the mall that serve a variety of cuisines.

Across from Marina Square is Millenia Walk, this spacious mall awashed in natural light is home to footwear stores like sole 2 sole, furniture store space and red army watches. You can also enjoy delicious cakes and a cuppa tea at Bakerzin.

Shops at Esplanade Mall are decidedly more "artsy" in flavor and theme. Try your hand at creating your own personalized teddy bear at Cool Bear Workshop, or go Japanese with a tatami mat at The Tatami Shop Singapore, the first of its kind outside Japan. You can take a part of the Esplanade with you from Esplanade Shop, the main place in town for all things related to Esplanade where exclusive Esplanade signature goods are available. Another noteworthy store is The Naturalist, where you can find custom-made shower gels, shampoo, perfumes, massage oils and aromatherapy oil blends to suit your needs.

Singapore:The Orchard Road


Orchard road is undisputed shopping street of Singapore. Tanglin road, Scotts road and the main Orchard road strip are lined with cafes, food outlets, and big shopping malls that stock everything from souvenirs to big name fashion brands.

Start off your Orchard road at Tanglin Mall. A popular hangout for locals and expats, this mall features a pleasant blend of boutiques like BritishIndia,known for luxurious silk apparael and ethnic designs, swimwear speciality store Ocean Paradise, as well as stores selling an assortment of products from beadwork, clothes to accessories and home furnishings.

If you are looking for splurge, Palais Renaissance offer designer wear from DKNY and Valentino to sexy intimates from the lingerie shop.

Liat Towers is where weary shoppers come to wind down over a cuppa at Starbucks Coffee. The building also houses the Zara flagship store. With two floor of men's, ladies' and kid's fashion, you will definitely be spoilt of your choice.

The futuristic architecture of Wheellock Place is sure to catch your eye. Vebture within to find bookstore borders, with at least two cozy cafes (Coffee Bean anf Borders Cafe) conveniently situated nearby so you can chill with a coffee and a new book. Nike, Crumpler and Apple Premium Reseller EpiCentre also take residence at this building.

With its walls lined with pop graffiti and hip-hop music blaring from shop to shop, Far East Plaza countinues to be the hang-out spot of choice for youngsters. Shoppers will be spoilt for choice with heaps of affordable street clothing sold at this four-tiered mall.

Paragon Shopping Centre delights with its mix of renowned international brands such as Gucci, Ferragamo, CK and Edgy streetwear brands and stores such as Ben Sherman, Celio and Star Three Sixty.

While you are in the area, swing by the Centrepoint for an instant fix of daily grooming essentials or fashionable treats at Robinsons'. This mall has a foolproof layout of escalators, which ensure you don't miss any shop during your visit.

Tangs is the veritable departmental store for beauty addicts and working executives. Load up on your Bobbi Brown and Shu Uemura essential here; while gadget-crazy shoppers can visit Lucky Plaza next door for electronics galore.