Crocodile Estuary from Blanakan

When the time along the coast path and through Blanakan, try to stop by the Crocodile Breeding Wana Wisata located in the Village Blanakan, Blanakan district, Subang regency. Just to enjoy the views of shrimp ponds, the atmosphere of North Beach, Seafood and crocodiles eat of course.

Wana Wisata established since 1988, was originally intended to prevent the extinction Buaya Muara (Crocodylus porosus) and also to meet the export quota to overseas Indonesian reptile. In its development, a crocodile breeding area of 15 hectares (2.7 acres for breeding) is finally used as a research and tourist attraction. Ecotourism consists of 23 pools containing the crocodiles by age at which puppies, adolescents and adults. At first, the number of alligators at the time was set numbered 72 animals, which have now number around 207 birds.

Crocodiles (order Crocodilia) consists of three families namely, Crocodilidae, Alligatoridae and Gavialidae. Or that we are familiar with the term used to crocodiles, alligators and gavial. Crocodile estuary belongs to the family Crocodilidae. The three families can be distinguished by its muzzle. Most alligator snout short and rounded. Crocodile snout somewhat flattened and the fourth tooth from the front seen towering over when her mouth was clamped. While in gavial, very long snout to resemble a beak with teeth so sharp that each cupped one another when the mouth is closed.

Crocodile Estuary is a powerful predator. With dagger-sharp teeth and powerful jaws that is his weapon to capture prey. Crocodile Teeth also never toothless. Continue to grow new teeth to replace the old teeth. Long Crocodile Estuary can reach 10 meters, but generally is about 4 to 6 meters.

Crocodile Estuary is a great swimmer. Their large tail and strong swerved to the left and right nseperti paddle. This movement makes vera can glide swiftly to hunt prey. They love to soak in the water, leaving only the nostrils and eyes on the surface. This habit is the mimicry is a piece of wood floats.

Distribution of this crocodile found in estuaries in Sumatra, Java, Kalimantan, Sulawesi and Papua. Because of the high forest conversion around the estuary and decreased quality of habitat and uncontrolled harvesting of the population, now this species need special protection. (CITES, 2003).

Utilization of the skin become a major commodity in the trade of crocodile. In the period between the years 1983-1999 crocodile trade reached 100,000 pieces per year. Based on the results of research on the management of captive breeding has been done by Sri Chess in 1999, the average productivity Blanakan captive breeding was 27 animals per year. Besides that, the exploitation Blanakan captive breeding inefficiency resulted. Although the number of cages adequate, its use is not optimal. And community participation was less as a result of lack of awareness of crocodile conservation.

According to him also, because of inefficient management are not exploited the opportunities that exist (eg leather high demand) so that a threat (F2 regulation, competition with other, more efficient breeding, the behavior of visitors who are less well). The model of efficient management and sustainable breeding outlined in the concept that relies on the development of: (1) Technology proliferation, (2) guidance system guide the implementation of captive breeding, (3) management systems, human resources and marketing.

Management model is disclosed by the Sri is true. Changes in captivity become wanawisata concept is based because the target is not reached 5,000 crocodiles. For some reason this target was not achieved probably due to inadequate technology proliferation that of 40 eggs that can produced by a crocodile only 10-20 points are successfully hatched. This condition is exacerbated when the region was opened to ecotourism, so many people who visit and disturb the breeding process. Though basically happy crocodile hide. And when laying eggs, the crocodile will dig the ground and hide their eggs in the soil.

At least we need a good management in order to obtain optimal results. What is going to be a tourist, it is necessary that adequate support facilities for tourism. Or become captive breeding as a conservation effort to Crocodile Estuary, then you should not be used as tourist attractions. Because both of these aspects can not be incorporated then it should be determined from Wana Wisata Whither Captive Crocodile Blanakan this.

Camera traps in Gede National Park Pangrangro

To reach the location Pangrango Gede National Park can be reached via the route Jakarta-Sukabumi with about 3-4 hours. Gede National Park Pangrangro still in the area of ​​Situ Gunung, Sukabumi. Gede National Park Pangrango defined by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve in 1977, and as Sister Park with State Parks.

And to know the existence of wildlife in Gede National Park Pangrangro camera trap method is used (camera traps). Where a camera trap has the advantage can record images of forest animals that activity on the surface soil but elusive directly.

Installation of camera traps should be planned in advance to determine the coordinates of the point where the distance between pairs of cameras on the ground about 1.8 km.

Gede National Park Trekking around Pangrangro done for the installation of the camera trap. For approximately five hours back and forth with the team from Peh of Forest Ecosystem Conservation and together representatives of CII, while trekking and talks about camera traps do not feel the time is running slow.

"The camera is usually mounted on the ordinary animal paths through, can be paired or single camera. Especially for the tigers used multiple cameras to track the signs of a special camouflage uniforms as identification, "said Athuk representatives of CII.

The camera is mounted with said Athuk tied around a tree. The distance from the face of the land around 40cm. Any type of camera used must be resistant to weather, the battery can work for 24 hours and lasting for a month. "The camera is also equipped with flash and can record thousands of images in which up to 2 GB of storage capacity," he said.

Athuk further explain the workings of the camera is based on motion sensors so that anything that moves in front of the camera will record whether it is animal or human. "Work is already helping our technology, which is important whatever type of animal portrayed should still be protected, should take the picture but do not arrest its animal," lid Athuk.

Already there are some animals that are captured by a camera trap, among others, leopard, tiger striped, wild pigs and so forth.

Mosque Kauman, Symbol Openness Coastal Communities

The mosque is open, allowing anyone to drop by. The front of the mosque looks empty without walls. The wind was blowing breeze contradict pilgrims who were just sitting or lying down. Semilirnya help dissipate the heat of Semarang. Meanwhile, the passing pilgrims who want to and after the Asr prayer pilgrimage continues to flow. Without stopping. Until after the next prayer time.

That's the Great Mosque of Semarang, located on the side of West Street and the Square Street Kauman, Semarang. Semarang residents call this eloquent tongue Kauman Mosque, where the predominantly Muslim community. Rose solidly in the middle of town. There is no source that could determine when the embryo starts Kauman mosque stood. It is estimated that the first built in the mid-sixteenth century BC during the Sultanate of Demak.

Adjacent to the plaza, the central government Kanjengan, and Pasar Johar became the mosque because it was never lonely. Mosque Building Kauman very typical. Open section in front of a symbol of "openness" of coastal communities. Where in his time Kauman mosque so close to anyone who comes with good cause. For example, by Arab traders, who till now his descendants still survive.

It is not difficult to know the position Kauman Mosque. From a distance before entering the square, has seen a soaring tower. Among other buildings are lower, the tower is visible prominently.

Entering the mosque area, visitors will pass through the gates of the concrete which dates to 1904. Dark green color contrasts with the impressive light green inside. Sympathetic but also religious. Behind the walls of this gate there are two slabs carved Javanese script, ho-no-co-ro-ko. From the letter ho-no-co-ro-ko, it is known Kauman Mosque was inaugurated Friday, 11 April 1885, at 20:30 pm. Ago had also been improved 23 April 1889.

Kauman mosque architecture is influenced also by the role Walisongo in Java. Seen from the roof of the mosque to the story (tajug) three. That is the philosophy of Faith, Islam, and Ikhsan. Shaped like Majapahit building, supported 36 pillars. Tajug bottom shaded places of worship, tajug both smaller, and the highest tajug pyramid-shaped. Limas are decorated with gems, while the door of a series of hibiscus leaves. All this is sustained tajug teak. A characteristic that refers to the tradition of Arab or Persian. Ornaments like this are almost similar to the Great Mosque of Demak.

Look around and take photos at the main mosque, the prayer hall, is only permissible for Muslim men. Here stands as a magnificent throne, pulpit chairs the sermon. Carved wooden pulpit this looks complicated. Beautiful arch-curve. Demonstrate flexibility, hand carved fine art maker. In the corner there are also old-fashioned pendulum clock that is still used. To reach the main prayer hall, the pilgrims pass through several doors on the right and left (for women). Rows of this door was made of teak wood carvings patterned boxes simple.

Not only the Arab immigrants who settled around the mosque Kauman. But also ethnic Chinese, Malays, and of course Java. Its long history is also bypassed Kauman Mosque. Starting from the period following the Sultanate of Demak, Mataram Sultanate, penjahan Netherlands, until Indonesia's independence. Not surprisingly, people loved this mosque. They always memakmurkannya every day to purify the tawhid, the Islamic teachings. But also open to socialize and grow with other Semarang residents, which incidentally is not all Muslims.

Preaching Proclamation
One that can not be forgotten too. Historical records Kauman Mosque is the only mosque that declared the independence of Indonesia's first openly. Shortly after the Soekarno-Hatta proclaimed independence from Jakarta, August 17, 1945. This is reportedly one of the pilgrims, dr. Agus while after Friday prayers. As a result he was being chased Japan to Jakarta. Now, as one of several icons of Semarang, the old buildings of historical value is determined to be of cultural heritage.

Semarang retracing the past, then do not miss Kauman Mosque. He remained standing. Just as in the past a row missed. Open greet anyone to take part of a principled society tepo seliro. One attitude that began to erode in the Earth Indonesia.

Sano Nggoang Lake, beauty, and natural beauty So One

Nature tourism is no death, always offering new things that will not be found in every destinations. Like this one lake, Lake Sano Nggoang, East Nusa Tenggara.

Located in West Manggarai regency, volcanic lake has become the largest lake as NTT. It lies at the western tip of Flores island who want to make your vacation here can make their own travel packages with other tourist destinations, such as the Komodo National Park, Waterfall Cunca Rami, Cunca Wulang, and much more.

Access to the lake is still relatively difficult, the only access from the city of gray Bajo to the lake this is a landline. Departing from Labuan Bajo trip takes about 3-4 hours. Not far away, but the badly damaged road conditions make travel time becomes longer, now transport pathways to Lake Sano Nggoang under construction. The entrance for tourists who want to enjoy the beauty of the lake is the village of Wae Nggoang Sano Sano, exactly Nunang hamlet. Hamlet Nunang already have community-owned home stay right on the edge of the lake.

Friends road trip that severely damaged will make you bored if you really do not enjoy the ride. The main drugs are able to drive kebosananan journey is the landscape that is still very natural and beautiful with a typical residential-housing community Manggarai. Along the way we will meet with hazelnut forest, bamboo, and villagers are very friendly.

Until the T-junction towards Kampung Nunang, all tired and bored perjaanan be treated and disappear instantly. From the top of the hill fork in the road leading to the Nunang, you will be presented with the green expanse of the lake is very beautiful forest. Nunang pass road leading to the lake edge, if this definitely can not wait to fast until the Nunang. On the outskirts of the lake you will be very easy to look to the lake, see the hordes of ducks forest each day bathing in the lake. Forests are very natural way to add comfort, no noise or brokers that will interfere with your travel in this tourist destination.

Until the Nunang, every tourist will be greeted with hospitality community, traditional ceremonies "kapu" typical Manggarai used for welcoming guests. Culture, society Nunang very thick, each visitor will be received in the villages has been completed Nunang if accepted by the rituals kapu. Nunang itself is the capital village of Wae Sano, already exists in this village tourism information, travel maps, and trained guide. Nunang atmosphere is very beautiful, right on the edge of the lake and behind the village immediately adjacent to forest areas Mbeliling.

Here are some of the tourist activities that can be done on Lake Sano Nggoang.

1. Photography

Everyone who comes to travel would be very happy to perpetuate the tourist activity, in this lake a lot of interesting places to spot who like the photos. Very beautiful sunset also can be found every afternoon when the weather is sunny.

2. Around the lake

As in other lakes, we could tour the Lake Sano Nggoang with several alternatives: the first could walk for those who like adventure or that both could use a horse that is in the homes tour guide.

3. Tracking

Beauty and the beauty of Lake Sano Nggoang be more enjoyable to perform tracking towards the hilltops that surround the lake. Short track that used to be the tourist destination is domestic or foreign god Golo Peak or Peak used to call people Nunang Savana. From there you will see Lake Sano Ngooang with the hamlets in the beautiful surroundings. The trip will also be enjoyed through the forest because mbeliling. Other tracks are more challenging is the culmination dedeng poco, en route to this peak through steep hills and dense forest. From the top to enjoy the beauty of the district of Manggarai, Manggarai west, even the city of Labuan Bajo can be seen if the weather is sunny.

4. Bird Observations

There are so many bird species you can find when visiting this area. Flores endemic birds found in the forests all these Mbeliling. Every morning we would be spoiled by the chirping of birds and very easy to observe their activities even for those who like photography to be very into paradise.

5. Culture and Religion

There is an old village complex in the hills Golo Mblecek (in the east Nunang) which is the ancestral village Nunang community. According to the story of the people, their ancestors were part of the kingdom of Minangkabau and Bima. In addition, there is a church on the banks of the lake which was the center of the first Catholic religion in the village of Wae Sano and surrounding areas.

6. Warm Water Baths

There is a source of warm water that is still natural and not well managed, very fitting for you who want a natural atmosphere and away from the crowd disturbances. It's not enough if only one day on Lake Sano Nggoang, certainly an interesting journey if we had reached at this location and menikmasti all tourist wealth. For lovers of coffee drinks, you'll be very satisfied as long as the village Nunang, Flores coffee with traditional processed there will be on the table every time you sit down.

Jump tradition Nias Stone

The tradition of stone jumping in Nias was already very well known outside the country. Even this tradition has become a very popular icon Nias. The tradition of jumping the stone is also an attraction for tourists to travel to Nias. Many of the tourists are curious about the tradition that the players must go beyond the stone structure about 2 meters tall.

Tradition is also known as fahombo stone is a tradition that is carried by a young Nias to show that he was deemed worthy of adult and mature physically. While doing fahombo rock these young men have to wear the local costumes.

Before doing this the youth should follow a special ritual. Stone structure that will be passed fairly high for the layman. The shape of this stone structure like a pyramid and a flat upper surface, about 2 meters high with a width of 90 centimeters, and length which reaches 60 centimeters. Not only just exceeded the stone structure but also must have a good technique to avoid injury.

The youths who are ready to run custom clothes, then stepping stone small crutch to get past the first building of this height. According to the story, the tradition was originally merely as a tool to test the mental and physical man Nias. In addition, every man who fought mandatory before graduating in this stone jumping ritual. And, most importantly for the youth Nias if they can not do this tradition so they can not woo a girl. This is because, for those who do not successfully jump over the stone is considered not appropriate to get married.

One more thing to note, not all areas have the tradition of stone jumping in Nias. The tradition of jumping the stone only in certain villages. For tourists who want to see this tradition can be visited directly Bawomataluo Village, South Nias regency, North Sumatra.

To get to Nias tourists can choose two paths impassable, the sea lanes and air routes. If you want to journey through the sea route can be started from the Port of Sibolga. This trip was taken using a fast boat in watu take about 4 hours. However, if you want to travel more quickly get through the airway. The journey can start from Medan Polonia Airport and is just about 1 hour to arrive in Nias.

Mountain Enchantment Lolomatua, South Nias

Mountain (Hili) Lolomatua mountain is famous for its unspoiled charm and not much visited by tourists. In addition to its unique culture, the attraction is Mount Lolomatua other Nias island scenery as a whole, as well as the forest is still beautiful, and crystal clear rivers. Lolomatua is a mountainous region that is unique and has a beautiful panoramic scenery from the top overall Nias peaks towering Lolomatua.

The journey to get past Lolomatua road. This trip could take about 2-3 hours of Gunung Sitoli and the Gulf, the capital of South Nias. If travel is highly recommended at night wearing a jacket or blanket because the region is famous for cold.

Attractions that can be enjoyed if you are in Mount Lolomatua is is Sifadou Waterfalls (waterfall clashing), Oyo River, and views of the entire island of Nias in the top Lolomatua. It only takes one route if we want to enjoy all these attractions.

Luaha Ndroi, Waterfall which Continues to rumble

Located in the Village Fulolo, District Alasa, Luaha Ndroi Waterfall is one of the tourist sites you must visit when visiting the North Nias District. Although not as popular tourist attraction in South Nias District Bawomataluo or Pulau Asu Nias Regency West, Waterfall Luaha Ndroi keep its own uniqueness. Where, waterfalls who has not been widely known to exist, has several levels like stairs. Each level of the pool as deep as 50 centimeters artifacts up to 5 meters. From the city of Gunungsitoli, tourist sites Luaha Ndroi Waterfall can be completed in approximately 1.5 hours drive using motor vehicle two or four wheels. Prior to travel, you should prepare supplies and clothes, because around the waterfall there are no stalls. While a change of clothes necessary for you to be tempted to enjoy a soak in one of the Waterfall pool Luaha Ndroi. When NBC visited the site on Saturday (07/30/2011), seen some of the workers were doing asphalt road to the waterfall. Information from a local resident, Ama Windi Hulu, paving had been done in order to facilitate the visitors reached Luaha Ndroi Waterfall. Arriving in the village of Fulolo, about 1 kilometer from the monument welcome, you will find the intersection to the waterfall. For motorcycle riders do not have to worry about finding a parking place, because the locals will offer daycare yard into a motorcycle. As for visitors who use four-wheel vehicle, the vehicle can be parked on the side of the road. After parking the vehicle, the journey continued to the location on foot as far as 2 miles, past the path that the vehicle can not be passed. As far as 2 kilometers walk takes about 15 minutes which is quite strenuous, irreplaceable time until the site. Rumbling waterfalls and chirping birds that emit various sounds, making each visitor feel the atmosphere of peace, especially after struggling with the busyness of everyday life. If lucky, around the waterfall, you'll see hordes of yellow butterflies, the numbers in the thousands. Observations NBC, in the vicinity of the waterfall there is no public toilet facilities, so visitors had to ride the toilet at home residents when returning from the site. In addition, another issue that is often experienced by visitors is the lack of parking or day care as well as the difficult path traversed, particularly by small children. "If any officials or local residents who keep the vehicle, I feel more comfortable," said Ayudin Halawa, a visitor who uses a car. Meanwhile, the social life of local residents look very simple. The majority of residents worked as rubber and cocoa farmers, while others are civil servants in public health centers, schools and district offices. North Nias District Government's seriousness to enter the tourism development program at one of the regional development policy, vision and mission of the regent and deputy regent, is expected to increase income residents in the surrounding attractions. In addition, dissemination to local residents against the readiness of the area attractions, it became an important agenda that is sometimes forgotten. Where, in some tourism sites in Nias Islands in the end is not neglected, due to unpreparedness of the local residents.