Sanghyang Tikoro (Throat of God)

Bandung tourism seems like never run out of attractions. When you get bored of the hectic life of a city, please try to visit outer Bandung tourism area such as Sanghyang Tikoro.

Actually Sanghyang Tikoro is an underground cavern formed of limestone beneath which there is a torrential stream Citarum. The length of the underground cave was reputedly up to 162 m with a depth of about 1.5 in the dry season.

According to the results of research geologist, Sanghyang Tikoro, Tangkubanparahu Mountain, and Mount Burangrang were formed by the eruption of Mount Sunda. Resulted in fierce eruption destroyed the entire surface of the body leaving no trace. After the eruption, many hot lava came out, which caused rivers in the area of Batujajar, Cililin, and Padalarang buried and turned into a cold lava, that gradually build up and form a lake which was then popularly known as the Talaga Bandung. These lake of Talaga Bandung little by little eventually eroded to form a hole that became known Sanghyang Tikoro.

To reach this place you can go to Padalarang, 30 minutes from Bandung, then to Citatah and Highways Rajamandala to reach a gate marked "Waduk Saguling" (Reservoir Saguling). From here continue to go until you find a guarded checkpoint that you should pass, because it seems that this place is rather closed. Presumably you need a reliable vehicle to get through this winding road. Then you'll find an old nameplate reads "Sanghyang Tikoro".

Photograph by Ikhlasul Amal

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Jendela Alam (Window of Nature)

This place offers outdoor recreation that can be a means of learning for your kids. There are farms and plantations in mountainous areas which are cool and comfortable. In addition to recognizing various types of animals, on the farm your kids can also perform a variety of fun activities. Activities such as, riding a pony, take the eggs straight from the chicken coop, and see how to milk cows and goats. 


Meanwhile in other section of the plantation, along with a guide, you can take your kids picking strawberries, cherry tomatoes and vegetables. Once picked, the crop can be enjoyed immediately. For example, for the strawberries you can take them to the canteen and make some juice. 

To enjoy it more, you might want to dress your kids with comfortable clothes and shoes. Also don’t forget to put insect repellant cream and bring some changes as well. When attending the chicken farm, they might peck your kids, so, be careful. Also after the rain, the soils might get slippery. But that can be part of the fun right?

Exciting isn't it?


Jl. Sersan Bajuri Km. 4,5

Ledeng, Lembang

Bandung

Phone: (022) 278 8482, 278 8513, 695 972 68

Website: www.jendela-alam.com

Entrance Ticket: Rp. 6.000,00.

Personal Package:
Mamam Yooook: Rp. 6.000,00./ activity
Petik Cantik : Rp. 6.000,00./ activity
Kidz Adventure : Rp. 10.000,00.

Group Package:
Rahasia Kuda (Horse's Secret): Rp. 50.000,00.
Rahasia Telur (Egg's Secret): Rp. 50.000,00.
Rahasia Kelinci (Rabbit's Secret): Rp. 50.000,00

Open: Monday – Sunday from 09.00 – 16.00

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Posted in: Education,Nature,Rural,Village

Moko Hill

Tired of the same old Saturday night? Want to throw a romantic surprise for your honey? Well, this time let’s make a different kind of date. In case you didn’t notice, Bandung has a perfect romantic spot and you don’t have to be such a high roller to have your pleasure in here. Meet Moko Hill, located in Cimuncang Village, Eastern Bandung. This 1500 metres-above-sea-level spot, serves you an awesome look of Bandung, during the day and night. Even though we have to go through steep climbs and rocky roads, but all those sweat and tears will paid off after you take a glimpse at the magical views of it.

In Moko, the hype hang out place is a food stall, named Warung Daweung. But, lots of people refer it as Moko Daweung. To reach Moko Daweung, you can pick one of three routes. First, there is Bojong Koneng route, which is the shortest route by distance. The other ways are Cimuncang route and Padasuka route. Cimuncang route has a really bumpy road and only off road vehicles who can nailed down this challenge. People usually choose Padasuka route because the road is not as bumpy as the others, even the steep climb is still there waiting for you.

If you’re lucky and come at the right time, the beautiful sunset is up for grabs. Tremendous view of Bandung without being blocked by tall buildings or trees will make your trip even better. These are the top list of what-to-see here in Moko. Don’t miss those beautiful scenes and your romantic moments, so capture them right away with your camera or video. Sipping a cup of coffee and munching your favorite snacks from the 24-hour food stall of Moko Daweung, while enjoying the peaceful and romance of Moko, will make you feel like, ”Wow, I’m in the La-La-Land!”

Well, you don’t need expensive restaurants or go to Paris to get all lovey dovey with your darling. Swing by to Moko Hills and let love blends with nature!

courtesy of: www.bandungreview.com

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Caringin TIlu

For those of you who live in Bandung might already be familiar with the sights Caringin Tilu. But for you who haven't heard about it, just follow this direction. From Gasibu square, follow the path of Jalan Suci (a.k.a. PHH Mustofa) toward Terminal Cicaheum. About 100 meters before Cicaheum, or right after Surapati Core on your left, you should find the street name Padasuka. Now turn to it, then go pass Saung Angklung Udjo. Just continue about 3 - 4 miles. If the course already really steep, means that you already close.
 Apparently there already stood a cafe named Red Brick Cafe. The food is just average, so yes the typical student, fried rice, fried noodles and instant noodle. In addition to drinks, it also provides a roasted corn and sisha.


But what makes it fun is the view. So cool, especially entering the night. It seems that the entire South and East can be seen from the cafe. Beautiful lights in the city of Bandung from the cafe was very pleasant to see.

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Sunday Bird Watching

Taman Ganesha (Ganesha Park) 
Jalan Ganesha 
Alongside Salman Mosque


SBW program (Sunday Bird Watching) is an umbrella program for the entire work program BICONS. The main menu on this program as a mean to instill the love of the environment and building a critical awareness of Bandung society through environmental education programs.  SBW routinely held every Sunday at 07:00 to 10:00 am at Ganesha Park and other choice locations in the city of Bandung.


BICONS (Bird Conservation Society) is established by group of birders to support bird conservation and its habitat. BICONS was founded in September 24th 1999, based on reality of depression of wildlife existence in urban area. Birds as entry point are applied for any BICONS conservation environmental efforts. BICONS’ vision is “To sensitize people in conservation of bird and its habitat”, demonstrated in programs which focused on research, capacity building, public awareness, supporting conducive policy, and networking development.

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White Water Rafting at Palayangan River

Get some different experience on your weekend visit to Bandung this time. Only in one to two hours drive to the south of Bandung, you already get the chance to join our outdoor adventure and village experience. Enjoy an exciting white water rafting along the Palayangan River in the village of Pangalengan. The flow of the river has become so attractive because it is still running through the natural and tortuous soil contour. With high gradient characteristics, the rapids on the Palayangan river has become so varied along 7 kilometers long. The grade II and III of the rapids are in turn pumping up your adrenalin. The rapids can be reached within approximately two hours ride.

Contact:

Tanimara Outdoor & Village Experience 

E-mail: indonesia50mm@gmail.com

FB: www.facebook.com/tanimara.outdoor 

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Little Farmer

There are plenty of garden and farm in Bandung. Do try to plant some vegetables and play with cattle in the suburb area of this city. Go visit the Little Farmer.

Program Pendidikan dan Wisata Berkebun  (Gardening Education and Tour Programs)
Jl. Kol Masturi no 339
Cisarua- Kab, Bandung Barat
Phone: 022 2700919
+62812 2312926 (Ir. Dandi Budiman S)
e-mail/YM : little.farmers@yahoo.co.id
Facebook : littlefarmers@gmail.com

Little Farmers is a program of educational activities and tours of gardening that focuses on direct experience in outdoor / garden. The goal is to bring visitors to recognize early on the process of planting, breeding, and crop together so they can better understand and appreciate the blessings God has given. The program is designed for different age groups and levels of PG, TK, TPA, elementary, junior high school, families / individuals, and institutions / agencies.

The planting of seeds of vegetables and crops adapted to the plan of planting in the garden. Vegetables are cultivated in gardens include: Carrots, Lettuce, pakcoy, Corn, Beans, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Mint, Tomatoes, Stawberry, mushrooms etc. Animals livestock: cattle, sheep, rabbits, and worms (for composting). There is also the installation of Bio Gas and Compost Processing.

Deepening materials tailored to the level of activities & age groups. Activities are guided by experienced instructors and implemented in the plantation area is spacious and cool with beautiful views towards the mountains of Burangrang and Tangkuban Perahu. Activities include: walks in the garden to recognize various types of vegetables, nursery and planted them, harvesting vegetables, observing and feeding farm animals, ending with a break at Saung (traditional hut).

In Little Farmers is also equipped with facilities such as the Flying Fox game, Two Line Bridge, Maze, Mini Rafting, Horse Riding, ATV etc.

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