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When you think of Indonesia, Bali might come to mind immediately. In reality, this archipelago has countless impressive destinations, suitable for every budget and traveler's preference.
Beyond Bali's paradise, Indonesian tourism offers many other dreamy destinations.
Bali is considered one of the world's tourist paradises, with its beautiful landscapes, rich culture, and distinctive cuisine. It's an ideal place for a peaceful and relaxing vacation. However, Indonesia's tourism also includes many other fantastic destinations that you shouldn't miss.
Belitung
Like many other islands in Indonesia, Belitung is famous for its fine white sandy beaches, crystal-clear tropical waters. Travelers can rent boats from local fishermen and spend the whole day snorkeling, swimming, hiking, or exploring the pristine small islands around Belitung.
Lake Toba
Formed from the largest volcanic eruption in the past 25 million years, Lake Toba on Sumatra Island is a popular Indonesian tourist attraction. It's also the largest lake in Indonesia. In the middle of the lake, the small island of Samosir is the cultural center of the Batak people. The vast space and majestic scenery around the lake make many people liken this place to Switzerland or Norway. You can hike and experience the unparalleled landscape here.
Komodo National Park
While Komodo Island and its namesake giant reptile species are the main attractions here, this national park actually comprises 29 unique islands with high biodiversity. The best way to explore the park is by traditional wooden boats. You can climb to the highest point on Padar Island, admire the famous pink beaches, swim with giant manta rays, and, of course, observe the Komodo dragons in their natural habitat.
Karimunjawa
Every year, Indonesian tourism unveils a new destination that excites travelers. This year, Karimunjawa is capturing the attention of locals. Despite the inconvenience of getting here, Karimunjawa compensates for your effort with lush mangrove forests, pristine white sandy beaches, and countless untouched coral reefs that resemble fairy tales.
Yogyakarta
This ancient city is the cultural hub of Java Island, home to countless impressive cultural landmarks. Yogyakarta boasts the world's largest Buddhist temple in Borobudur, the largest Shiva temple in Indonesia in Prambanan, and the Sultan's Palace in Keraton. It can be said that all of Indonesia's heritage is concentrated in this city. You can also explore and try your hand at traditional crafts, such as batik fabrics, puppets, or silver jewelry.
Wakatobi
As Indonesia's largest and the world's second-largest coral reef – only after the Great Barrier Reef, Wakatobi is renowned among diving enthusiasts for its diverse ecosystem. Spanning 1.4 hectares, this marine park in Sulawesi is home to 750 out of the world's total 850 coral species, along with 942 fish species and many other amazing creatures like sea turtles, dolphins, and whales.
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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour
MytourJune 1, 2018
