Hello Travel Friends! Did you know that Indonesia is the only country that has hundreds of thousands of islands stretching from Sabang to Merauke and covering an area of 1,905,000 km2. Wow, it’s very broad! Apart from that, it turns out that natural resources are very abundant so they can be used for various sectors in Indonesia.
One sector that utilizes natural resources is the Tourism Sector. Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy (Menparekraf) Sandiaga Uno, said that the 5 super priority destinations in Indonesia were direct instructions from President Joko Widodo to increase tourism in Indonesia.
Indonesia’s 5 Super Priority Destinations include Borobudur Temple, Mandalika, Labuan Bajo, Likupang and Lake Toba. By prioritizing the budget and development around the area, it is hoped that we can achieve the desired target, namely attracting local and foreign tourists with the #DiIndonesiaja holiday movement.
Borobudur Tample
Borobudur is a Buddhist temple located in Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia. This temple is a UNESCO world heritage site and is the largest Buddhist temple in the world. Borobudur was built in the 9th century by the Syailendra Dynasty, and this temple has very beautiful and complex architecture. Located in the middle of mountains and green rice fields, Borobudur is one of the famous cultural tourism destinations in Indonesia.
With a total height of about 35 meters and the shape of a stepped pyramid, Borobudur consists of three levels: a square base with four entrances, six circular middle levels with Buddhist stupas at the top, and a round top level with a large stupa in the center. In total there are 504 Buddha statues and 2,672 reliefs that tell the story of Buddha’s life and his teachings.
Mandalika
The Mandalika area on Lombok Island, Indonesia, is a priority tourist destination famous for its beautiful beaches, including Kuta Mandalika Beach. The area has a developed tourist infrastructure, hosts MotoGP racing events, and offers activities such as snorkeling, surfing and visiting Sade Village for a local cultural experience. Mandalika is a combination of tropical natural beauty, rich local culture and modern tourist facilities.
Labuan Bajo
Labuan Bajo is a small city located at the western tip of Flores Island, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. This city is known as the gateway to Komodo National Park, home to the famous Komodo lizard. Labuan Bajo has beautiful beaches, such as Pink Beach and Mawan Beach, and offers spectacular diving in Komodo National Park. This area is also famous for its stunning sunset views from Amelia Hill and offers an enchanting natural tourism experience.
Likupang
Likupang is a tourism area in North Minahasa Regency, North Sulawesi, Indonesia, which is famous for its beautiful beaches such as Pulisan Beach, Bukit Indah Beach, and Marinsow Beach. This area also has rich underwater life and is suitable for snorkeling and diving. Small islands such as Bangka Island and Gangga Island can also be visited to enjoy the beauty of their coral reefs. Likupang is an attractive tourist destination for fans of beaches and marine activities.
Lake Toba
Lake Toba is the largest volcanic lake in Indonesia, located in North Sumatra Province. This lake is famous for Samosir Island in the middle, which is the center of Toba Batak culture. The Lake Toba area also has the Sipiso Piso waterfall and Pangururan hot springs. Lake Toba offers stunning natural views and unique cultural experiences for tourists.
So, those are the 5 Super Priority destinations in Indonesia, travel friends. For those of you who want to travel around Indonesia and feel the sensation of its natural resources, come on and try a holiday here. If you’re confused about how to get there, just contact Insitour! Guaranteed you can get cheap prices and great facilities.