East Java is a province in Indonesia, which is located in the eastern part of Java Island (the most populated island in Indonesia). Surabaya is the capital city of it. There are about 41 million people lives in this province which is spread in 29 regencies and 9 cities leads by a Mayor.
Some cities quiet well-known in tourism such as Malang, Batu, Banyuwangi, Pacitan, and Surabaya itself. Volcanoes and waterfall and white sandy beaches become the most popular destinations. Talking about volcanoes and waterfall, if you heard about Mount Bromo, Mount Ijen, Madakaripura waterfall and the most impressive waterfall called Tumpak Sewu waterfall. So, if you have any question WHERE TO GO IN EAST JAVA, maybe these places are the answer of your question.
- Mount Bromo
Maybe this volcano is the most well-known one, this volcano also one of the highlight of tourism on Java, Indonesia. Sunrise trip in the early morning with amazing view of Mount Bromo and surrounding are must do. Walking on the sea of sand and walk at 240 steps which leads you to the top of This Volcano are the experiences that you do not want to forget.
Mount Bromo (2939) is an active volcano which its activity produce sulphuric smoke that continuously comes out from the crater; sometimes it has quite loud sound. THE CRATER INSIDE A BIG CRATER (TENGGER CALDERA), maybe that words are proper words to describe of Mount Bromo, because Mount Bromo itself is located inside of the Huge Caldera Of Tengger volcano which erupted long time ago.
- Mount Ijen
Turquoise Acid Lake, the most poisonous lake on Java. The PH of this lake is 0,5 and it means so acid. Mount Ijen (2400) also active volcano which is produce sulphuric smoke, and is has acid lake and the diameter of this crater is 700 M. Beside that impressive lake, Mount Ijen also has another attraction that you must not missed it, Blue Flame or Blue fire is another impressive things to see. To see the Blue flame it is only possible during the dark or before the sunrise goes up. Because the light will disappear when the bright color are appears. And you have to closer to see it, means you have to go down to the crater which consist of rocky path. Gas mask, proper shoes and tour guide are needed here.
In this crater there are also a lot of worker who collect sulphur for a mine company. Each worker is possible to carry a bamboo basket which consists of 60 – 90 Kg sulphur on their shoulders.
- Madakaripura Waterfall
Located not too far from Mount Bromo near the village of Sapih, in the Lombang district, Madakaripura Waterfall is about three hours’ drive from the capital of East Java, Surabaya. The spectacular waterfall lies hidden at the end of a deep valley in the foothills of the Tengger mountain range. To reach this, visitors must trek about 20 minutes crossing rivers and a rocky path, set amongst beautiful sceneries along the way, before reaching the entrance. Here a statue of Majapahit‘s great Commander, Gajah Mada, in the seated position of deep meditation greets visitors before they continue further on foot.
An atmosphere of natural grandeur radiates around as the waterfall comes into view.
As the rumbling sounds of water grows louder, a spellbinding feature of water curtains cover the path, that will not only please the eyes but also freshen body and soul. Here, nature gracefully pours her endless refreshing gifts, making getting wet quite inevitable. While it may be best to be ready with raincoats or umbrellas, stalls along the trekking path will offer umbrella rentals and plastic bags to protect valuables, such as cameras.
Surrounded by outstandingly high walls, the Fall flows down into an almost mystical natural chamber. Inside the 200 meters “chamber”, the reflected sunlight shining through onto the wet green moss on the rocky wall accompanied by the ever rumbling sounds of water creates a spectacle unlikely found elsewhere. Decorated with huge boulders, endlessly falling water, and sparkling moss, one only needs to gaze up to the distant sky and immerse oneself in the spellbinding beauty of nature. While the fascinating scene can be captured on camera, the true sensation of being in one of the most outstanding places on earth can only be felt by being there.
- Tumpak Sewu Waterfall
Tumpak Sewu is an enormous waterfall that creates a semi-circular curtain of showers against a giant rock face. Tumpak Sewu is generally translated to mean ‘1000 waterfalls’ in the Javanese language and stands at a whopping 120 metres.
Tumpak Sewu has two magnificent viewpoints. The first one is safe, the other is slightly more treacherous to get to.
Just a 15 minute walk from the entrance ticket box and parking area is where your eyes are able to feast on the stunning aerial waterfall view of Tumpak Sewu. From the viewpoint, you will see a curtain of dewy white waters cascading down the rock face.
This consists of an observation deck where Tumpak Sewu Lumajang dreams are realized and you can witness this hidden treasure of Indonesia. A combination of bamboo ladders, ropes, and mud steps all somehow impressively attached to stubborn roots and the craggy rock faceleading down to the base of Tumpak Sewu Waterfall in Java
The dramatic ‘hike’ to the bottom of the waterfall’s ravine involves navigating, grasping and slippingdownthe ever-so-slightly precarious bamboo ladders and through rushing waterfall streams. What to wear here? Proper and water resistant shoes is needed protect your feet.
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