Telaga Waja

History:
The name of Bukit Jambul was firstly given during the Dutch invasion in Indonesia by a tourist, who was inspired by a high hill standing on the south of the main road connecting Klungkung regency and Besakih of Karangasem regency. There is a Hindu Temple called Pura Pucak Sari on the top of the hill, which is surrounded by big trees. Below the temple complex there is a stunning panorama of rice fields. This makes the trees look like a tufting hair from a distance ( Bukit = hill, Jambul = Tuft of hair).

Location:
Bukit Jambul is located at Pesaban traditional village, Nongan village, Rendang district. It is approximately 8 kms from Klungkung regency to the north, and about 51 kms from Denpasar or 15 kms from Besakih Temple.

Facility:
This area is facilitated with food stalls or "warung" and also small restaurants, with a quite large parking lot.

Description:
Bukit Jambul is renown as an outstanding natural tourist destination due to the harmonious combination of hilly land, rice fields, valleys and the beautiful sea panorama in a distance. From high land, we will be able to witness the beauty of the nature beneath.

Candidasa Beach

Located 85 km north-east of the airport, Candidasa is a relaxing beach area close to cultural treasures like Pura Besakih ("Bali's Mother Temple") While the beach is not one of Bali's best, the tranquility of Candidasa has attracted a number of exclusive hotels like the Amankila and the Chedi. Candidasa is most often compared to Kuta as Kuta was some 20 years ago. The comparison has some merit -Candidasa is a small village with few inhabitants on the beach with a several- mostly inexpensive hotels that cater to the more adventurous tourists looking for a more laid back atmosphere to explore the cultural heritage of Bali. Being some 85 km from the airport ensures some tranquility, however as more people discover that there is quite a bit to see and do in Candidasa the area is developing rapidly with many first class hotels now sprouting up.
It was a calm small fishing village, but since five years ago, it built with a dozen of losmen (house to stay), hotels and restaurants, and many travelers prefer Candidasa, calmer than Kuta, cheaper than Sanur, and the best place to stay and to explore the oriental part of Bali. It is especially popular among the submarines but the main problem is the beach has erosion as quickly as the new hotels were built.

Mentawai Island: the Ultimate Diversity of the Hidden Paradise

Located in the middle of Indian Ocean, 150 km and takes 9 hours trip from Padang, West Sumatra-Mentawai glowing with all the nature spirits and make it an extraordinary escaping spot from a hectic life. Mentawai is the natural habitat for 16 endemic species, and some of them categorized as endangered species e.g. Simakobu monkey (simias concolor-eat leaf as primary food).
he present life of Mentawai people categorized as the legacy from Neolithic era and they have a strong believe in nature spirit, for their life strongly affected by nature. They believe that nature is the center of life. All the genuine attributes make Mentawai a perfect place to gain cultural experiences, here you will notice a very fascinating and indigenous culture, like traditional cloths, art, music and the way of life. The entire culture attributes strongly reflects their respect to nature.Tattoo is one of the most important symbol for Mentawai people, its reflect maturity, manhood and status. The art of this body painting inherit from their ancestor. The tattoos ink naturally made from leaf.
Among the surfers, Mentawai is the best place to fill their demand for challenges and natures beauty. The beaches offer one of the highest wave in the world, 3 to 4 meters, totally challenge your gut. Once you grounded your self in this hidden Paradise Island, next you will paddle out to the worlds best surf. Dont call your self Surfer if you havent ride Mentawais waves said most of the surfer to expressed their surfing experiences in Mentawai.
There are four ultimate diving spot here in Mentawai ,Siberut, Sipora, Pagai Utara (north Pagai) and Pagai Selatan (south Pagai). You can find great waves here year round, but the best waves are during dry season, March to October. Make sure you have the gut to explore all the glassy waves, because the best way to entitled your surfing experiences remarkable is through finding your own.

Tour de Singkarak 2009 Grand Opening “The Soul of Minangkabau” April 29, 2009.

The upcoming Tour de Singkarak 2009 held by the Ministry of Culture & Tourism Republic of Indonesia and ICF (Indonesian Cycling Federation) is considered as one of most prestigious Cycling Race Class 2.2. in Asia and 25 team will compete in the tour, which will be held from April 29 to May 3, 2009. The Tour is divided into 4 stages and will take place around several destinations in West Sumatera such as Padang, Bukit Tinggi, Sawahlunto, Solok, Singkarak Lake and Kembar (Twin) Lake. 15 teams are foreign team consist of China (Trek Marcopolo Cycling), Iran (Azad University Iran, Tabriz Petrochemical & Vali ASR), Qatar (Doha Team), Japan (Aisan Racing Team & Bridgestone Anchor), Australia (Team Budget Forklifts), Thailand (Thailand Cycling Association), Hongkong (Team Champion System & Hongkong Cycling Team), New Zealand (Tineli Collosi), Malaysia (Malaysian Armed Force), China Taipei (Team Fuji Asia) and the Philippines (Jazy Sports-Beacon). The other 10 teams are local Indonesia participant as follow: Custom Cycling Club, Pengrov ISSI West Sumatera, Polygon Sweet Nice (2 tim), West Java Cycling Team, Kutai Kartanegara Cycling Team, Araya Indonesia, Program Atlet Andalan (P.A.L. Indonesia), Dodol Picnic Garut, Pengprov ISSI Yogyakarta dan Bintang Karangan Cycling Club (BKCC). Each team consist of 6-7 Riders and 3 Officials. Tour de Singkarak 2009 Grand Opening will be held tonight, April 29, 2009 on 19.30 GMT +07.00 at GOR Agus Salim Padang, West Sumatera. The Opening Ceremony is a symbolic “beduk” (local drum) play by the Minister of Culture and Tourism, Republic of Indonesia H.E. Jero Wacik, followed by participants introduction, and then end by “The Soul of Minangkabau” show featuring popular Indonesian artist such as Dwiki Dharmawan, Candil, Andien, Elly Kasim, Ita Purnamasari, Zalmon, Singgih Sanjaya & “The Soul of Minangkau”, Iis Dahlia, Denis Junio and M Halim Group Performance. Prof. Dr. Ir. H. James Hellyward, MS. Head of West Sumatera Tourism Office, said that Tour de Singkarak 2009 is greatly expected to promote Indonesia as an international tourist destination, particularly West Sumatera as one of the most popular tourist destination in Indonesia. This event has been proposed to be an annual event and has been listed in the UCI (Union Cycliste Internationale).