Indonesia is a small state in Southeast Asia, located on the most beautiful islands washed by the waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans. By the way, today, it is the largest island nation in the world. Man-made masterpieces of civil and religious architecture perfectly fit into the natural beauty of the islands, so today we will visit the main attractions of Indonesia, as well as provide photos and descriptions of the beautiful places of the island state.
1
Borobudur
Amazing in beauty and unusual in design, the pyramid in the Republic of Indonesia is perhaps the most important architectural attraction of this state.
The Buddhist temple complex on Java was built during the rule of the monarchs of the Silendra dynasty, between about 750 and 830 years of the 1st millennium.
For hundreds of years, the monument was forgotten and abandoned, and after the discovery and restoration of the sacred stupa, laid out of stone blocks, thousands of believers make pilgrimages annually.
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Prambanan
Not far from the volcano Merapi, in the heart of the island of Java, there is a beautiful religious complex of Hindu and Buddhist temples.
First of all, tourists visit the grandiose buildings, visible even from afar, which the locals call “Lara Jongrang”, which means “Slim Virgo”.
Many legends are associated with the complex, one of which tells that the monumental temple was built as a sign of the prince's selfless love for the beautiful Jongrang, who refused him reciprocity.
3
Independence Square
The capital of Indonesia, the city of Jakarta, is full of all kinds of attractions, but we will mention the most important one - Independence Square, or Freedom, as it is sometimes called in guidebooks.
The capital is densely built up, and only here for tourists there is free space for walking. In the very center of the large square stands the National Monument, 132 m high. At the base of the high stele is the historical museum.
The square itself is equipped with unique stone benches, as well as multiple walkways for hiking.
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Ubud Monkey Forest
The beauty of the island of Bali in the Malay archipelago will begin with a unique forest of monkeys, one of the most popular places of entertainment for tourists.
Since ancient times, the islanders worship these amazing animals, so here the monkeys feel at ease and receive a truly royal treatment.
On the territory of the reserve, among the majestic jungle, a small Buddhist temple is built. The macaques living around act as guardians of the religious building, and they carefully examine tourists in the hope of finding something to eat.
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Bro Lake
Indonesian sights are mainly represented by amazingly beautiful natural sites, which undoubtedly include the magnificent lake on the island of Bali.
On the shore rises a wonderful temple, built in the middle of the XVII century. The picturesque landscapes of the lake surroundings attract tourists from all over the world, and pilgrims come here to bow to the sacred objects of nature and restore peace of mind.
His mirror is spread not far from the sacred mountain, and it is believed that if a person plunges into the waters of the lake, then he is ensured good health and longevity.
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Cave of bats
In the 11th century, the Goa Lavah temple was erected on Bali, and it is famous for the fact that there is an unusual cave of bats.
Referring to the information of ancient legends, guides claim that the length of the cave is 25 km, and its secret passages and labyrinths lead to other structures of the island and on the coast. Even more amazing stories tell that the cave itself is the entrance to another dimension.
At the entrance, tourists and locals leave food for the flying inhabitants of a unique tourist attraction, and the tradition originated from the time of sacrifice to the pagan gods.
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Sources of Bagnard
The magnificent Lovina beach has unique hot springs that are considered sacred by local residents, as they heal from diseases and protect against evil spirits.
The name of the unique object was named after the nearby village, and its main attraction is a huge pool, the water into which comes directly from the ground.
The water in the springs and pools has a specific smell, due to the low sulfur content. Near the springs there is everything for a wonderful holiday - benches, restaurants and playgrounds.
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Majur Water Palace
On the island of Lombok, you must visit the unusual water palace, built in the distant 1744.
An important strategic object, the walls of which witnessed the most important historical events, has long been one of the island's most visited attractions.
The unusual palace is surrounded by numerous pools and a magnificent park where rare species of plants and trees grow. You can relax in the shady alleys of the park, and those who wish can visit the nearby Buddhist temple.
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Mounduk Waterfall
Pictures of this beautiful waterfall, located in the heart of Bali, are decorated with tourist maps and avenues that invite you to relax in the midst of the nature of the Indonesian islands.
Mounduk Falls can be accessed along a narrow path that winds between tropical vegetation along the river. From the site by the waterfall, magnificent views of the valley open, and the surrounding rocks amaze with grandeur and beauty.
Water flows down from a height of 25 m, and the waterfall itself does not dry out during the driest periods, delighting tourists with a magnificent sight.
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10
Suramadu Bridge
We pass from natural beauties to man-made. Indonesia’s unique and longest cable-stayed bridge connects Java and Madura, with a length of 5,438 m.
The idea to build a beautiful bridge over the strait arose in the 60s of the last century, but only in the early 2000s there was a technical possibility of building such a complex facility.
In 2009, the first cars rushed along it, and the bridge itself became a masterpiece of bridge building and the main attraction and pride of an Asian country.
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Monument to the heroes
The Indonesian city of Surabaya is famous not only for its magnificent beaches and entertainment complexes, but also for its many museums and monuments erected in honor of the brave fighters for freedom and independence.
The monument to the heroes, erected in honor of the heroes who died during the war, today acts as an unofficial symbol of the city, which only in 1950 freed itself from Japanese occupation and became part of Indonesia.
Residents sacredly honor their brave liberators, because the very name of the city is translated from local dialects as “brave in the face of danger”.
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Jatiluvik Rice Terraces
The real pride of the Indonesians is the vast rice fields cultivated by the hardworking inhabitants of Bali.
To grow the most popular agricultural crop in Asia, they use the most ancient technologies that have not changed for many hundreds of years. The magnificent mountain of Bakutaru rises above the plantations, on which, according to legend, the guardians of the plantations live.
The air here is very fresh, and the islanders carry out various religious ceremonies in the fields, as well as national holidays and festivals.
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Mount Kelimutu
The incredibly beautiful volcano on the island of Flores rises above sea level to an altitude of 1,639 m, and is famous for the fact that three lakes formed in its crater, each of which has its own special and unique color.
The unusual color of the lakes is due to the high content of various mountain minerals, and over the years of observation, the lakes have changed their colors more than once. The last time the volcano showed its activity in 1968.
Locals pass on beliefs from generation to generation that the souls of deceased ancestors go into the waters of lakes, while old-timers claim that living and dead water splashes in the lakes.
14
Quarry Grasberg
The world's largest gold mine and the third largest quarry for the extraction of copper ore is located at the highest mountain of the island of New Guinea.
In addition, it is the highest mountain quarry in the world. More than 19 thousand people are involved in the extraction of gold, silver and copper, and mining exploration is carried out on an area of 100 km².
The production volumes, of course, are impressive, and the quarry itself is a bird's-eye view of a huge spiral funnel.
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Tsitarum River
We conclude our journey in a rather unusual place, which can only be called a tourist attraction.
Once the waters of the Tsitarum River fed local fishermen with fish, they took water from it for drinking and cooking, and the river itself irrigated rice fields. But today it is a place of ecological disaster, and Tsitarum with its carpet of garbage on the surface is the dirtiest waterway on the planet.
The standard of living of the population living on the banks of a dirty river, on the verge of poverty, and the main source of income is the catch and sale of trash from the river. On a list that includes interesting facts about Indonesia, this dirty river is always mentioned in the forefront.
Finally
Note that much in this country can truly surprise. For example, the unusual holiday of Pont in Indonesia is an officially permitted night of betrayal, and is considered one of the most unusual sexual customs of the peoples of the world.
For those wishing to go on a tourist trip to Indonesia, we will give one practical advice. Traveling in this amazing country is best with a guide who knows the area well, because in the labyrinth of islands you just can not find the magnificent sights and beautiful places of Indonesia.