BOROBUDUR TEMPLE

Borobudur, in the vicinity of the village of Magelang, about 40 km Northwest of Yogyakarta, is one of the Wonders of the World. It is the largest Buddhist temple and it was built by one of the kings of the Dynasty Cailendra, somewhere between the end of the Eighth Century and the beginning of the Ninth. In 950, one century after its construction, Borobudur was abandoned, as were all the other Monuments of Central Java. About the same period, an eruption of the Merapi volcano buried neighbouring the temple which was to be found again only in the Nineteenth Century. This rediscovery, in 1814, was due to Sir Thomas Raffles, who was governor at the time of Java. As Sir Raffles only cleared the place, Borobudur was then looted during the following years.

The Dutch realized the full Importance of the Monument in the early Twentieth Century and initiated its reconstruction. This first attempt, executed under the responsibility of the engineer Van ERP, encountered serious technical problems and the eventual results were disappointing. In the early 1960s, the reconstruction job, delayed twice by earthquakes, was interrupted because of financial difficulties. It was relaunched in 1973, with the support of UNESCO. After 10 years of impressive work, the temple of Borobudur was eventually opened to the public. Once again, the higher levels of the massive temple, crowned by a large stupa, visitors can look over the slopes of the Merapi volcano and look down upon the rice fields of the Plain of Kedu. Borobodur is now recognized as a World Heritage Monument.

Originally, the Borobudur had three levels, each of them corresponding to a level of the Mahayana Buddhism universe: Kamadhatu, the lower level of human life, a world of passions overwhelming the human beings, is represented by the lower level of the temple, which is now partly buried.

Ruphadhatu is the second level. It is represented in the temple by the processional terrace and by the four rectangular Terraces; it is ornamented by 2.000 bas-reliefs depicting the life of Prince Siddharta before he became the Buddha. On this level can also be found statues of the Buddha representing the five mudras (or hand positions).

TANGKUBAN PERAHU MOUNTAIN

The Tangkuban Perahu Mountain is an active volcano. It was one of the mountains that was located in the West Javanese province, around 20 km in north the Bandung city.

The biggest crater that was in the peak of this mountain was named Queen's Crater.The nature panorama around this crater was very astonishing so as to attract the interest of the tourist in enjoying and we can hike or ride to the edge of the crater to view the hot water springs upclose, and buy eggs cooked on its hot surface. So the Tangkuban Perahu Mountain become the aim of the tour of many people.

WISATA BAHARI LAMONGAN (WBL)

Wisata Bahari Lamongan (WBL) or Lamongan Marine Tourism is available with its unique, the result of combination between natural aspects, cultures, and architecture, which is global, taste but still maintain local trademark.

WBL is located in north coast of Java, in Paciran, Lamongan regency, East Java. It is on 17 hectares field and supported by some facilities, which are ready to please the guest with one stop service concept.

Various facility which showed maritime tourism of Lamongan for example: Cat House, Video game, Hospital Of Ghost, Samba Jet Propulsion, Mini Of Train, Drive Arena, Go-kart, Motor Cross, Gallery Of Ship And Cockle, Tagada, Adolescent Playground, Space Shuttle, Swimming Pool Of Brine, Swimming Pool Of Freshwater, Bumper Boat, Banana Boat, Ski Jet Propulsion, Long Boat, Texas City and Indiana Camp, Agility Arena, Cinema 3D, Palace of Under Sea, Samba Balloon, Mini Of Columbus, Shoot Water, Kiddy Ride, Insect Cave, Piratical Den, Glass Planet, Bumper Car, World Irrigate, Water Boom, Happy Podium, Remote Boat, Traditional Boat, Cano, Ski Boat, The miniature of Walisongo.

This tourism area also close to gold diligence centre, painting on cloth and embroidery in glorious countryside, Sendang and Sendang Dhuwur and also the center of fish landing of East Java in Brondong port

TOBA LAKE

Lake Toba is the most famous lake in Indonesia. It is 100 km long and 30 km wide thus many people agree that Lake Toba is the biggest lake in the world. An island in the middle of the lake is Samosir Island at an altitude of 1.000 meters. Lake Toba has a very enchanted scenery for being surrounded by green hills. It offers beautifully magnificent view, fresh air, and tranquillity. You may either swim on the lake or rent a boat to hang around the lake. When the sun is going to set, you will experience a tranquil atmosphere while enjoying the sunset.

Lake Toba has cosmologic and magical values since surrounding people believe the existence of Namborru – seven fairies regarded as the ancestors of Batak tribe. There is an annual event namely Pesta Rakyat Danau Toba to express admiration for the local inhabitants‘ ancestors. In Samosir Island, there are two other lakes namely Lake Sidihoni and Lake Aek Natonang. Likewise, there are some other tourism destinations such as Raja Sidabutar‘s Graveyard and traditional houses of Batak Toba Samosir tribe.