Water attractions in Palembang
Palembang is a city that is not only synonymous with Pempek, Musi River and the bridge shall. All three are inseparable when we talk about the capital of South Sumatra Province. As previous articles that have been explained about in the city of Palembang, now also explains the water attractions in Palembang , Panorama as well as the beauty of the attractions in the area around the city of Palembang that can be enjoyed as well, one of them historical attractions. By browsing these objects, we can uncover the past of this legendary city that was once Represents the Kingdom of the Srivijaya.
Water attractions in Palembang scattered everywhere. The entire city of Palembang and the surrounding province of southern Sumatra, okay just water attractions in Palembang will be explained in this article, will present you with all of his specially who have never been to the south of Sumatra.
1. DANAU RANAU ( Lake Ranau )
Located on district Appeal with a distance of 125 km from the district capital Balfour OKU. Ranau Lake area of 8 x 16 km with a mountain backdrop Seminung, around a lake surrounded by hills and valleys that wind gusts in the area is not too tight.
At night the air is cool and sunny daytime temperatures ranging between 20 ° - 26 ° Celsius. Above the hills and - valleys around the lake there are coffee plantations, tobacco, cloves, cinnamon and crops. On the other hand there at the foot of the mountain Seminung sources, natural hot water out of the bottom of the lake. Another interesting place to visit is Marisa Island is located not far from the hot water.
To hold a tour on the lake can use a motor boat dock available in Ranau Cottage tourist complex. Passenger capacity of 15 persons per boat at a cost of Rp. 25.000, - for a single-trip cruise on the lake (sightseeing). Other objects that can be visited is the water weaving Subik Tuha located 500 meters from the cottage Ranau. Lake Ranau can be visited from Balfour, Palembang or from Bandar Lampung.
Each December the outrigger canoe race held in Lake Ranau which lasted nearly all-day from 08.00 am. Outrigger is a boat that uses a balance tool commonly used by fishermen in Lake Ranau. Outrigger race is part of the Lake Ranau Festival. Today has been built recreation facilities on the beach Senangkalan Appeal area visited by many tourists, especially on holidays.
Ranau lake belongs to the southern Sumatran province not belonging to the province of Lampung
2. WATERFALL Curup
This water attractions is the highest waterfall in South Sumatra which is located near the village Bedegung, District Court Cape, about 56 miles south of the Muara Enim. 99-meter high waterfall is sourced from springs that never dry in Bukit Barisan gap and down to form a small river rapids. Quiet Curup a mainstay natural attractions of this area.
To make it easier for visitors to approach the waterfalls, available path built along 600 meters of the edge of the river. Also built a suspension bridge across a small river rushing it. Being above the river available parking space, stalls that provide food and drinks. And slightly downstream, there is a natural bathing place and fishing spots, complete with amenities.
Natural waterfall is a place of recreation that gives kesehukan for visitors due to gusts of wind that carries water droplets. Natural atmosphere surrounding mountains is really impressive.
To facilitate the visitors who come from outside the district, local governments have to build a new road from Prabumulih to Simpang Meo along 87 miles through the area of timber plantations and oil palm plantations. Thus the distance from Palembang towards Curup Quiet only about 2 hours. or about 177 miles. This distance is shorter than through Muara Enim which means it should take 239 miles.
Powered natural atmosphere is still beautiful, waterfall Curup Bedegung offers amazing charm. With a height of 99 meters, the coolness of the water is so tempting visitors to immediately enjoy.
FOR the traveler, waterfalls Curup Bedegung name may be unfamiliar. In fact, as other waterfalls are already quite well-known as Tawang Mangu in Coban Rondo Solo or in Malang, Curup Bedegung also offers amazing natural charm. The natural beauty and panoramic waterfalls offered altitude 99 meters will be hard to forget lovers streets. The cool water flowing in a river of water flow waterfall, complete with rustic atmosphere you can immediately feel.
The actual location of the waterfall Curup Bedegung is less profitable, because it is far from downtown Palembang, South Sumatra. The distance between Palembang to the waterfall is approximately 4-5 hours. Not to mention the increasingly narrow streets and winding when approaching the village Bedegung. Even so, do not miss your trip to fall asleep, because you will be treated to beautiful views of the crystal clear river Lematang.
If you visit in the summer durian fruit, on the right side of the road will be a lot of people who bring their crops in the basket. Try just stop one of them and bargain price of food these kings. Do not be surprised if the price of durian is very cheap, and can be directly opened and eaten on the spot. You can enjoy a sweet and fragrant durian while watching the river flow.
Water attractions in Palembang , not just two, but there are many that are not described here, of course, you must know its own if you come to Indonesia to eat should visit the city of Palembang this comfortable, lots of tours that you have witnessed and feel.
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