The 5 Most Favorite Food in Medan

Medan is one of the favorite tourist destinations in North Sumatra. There are tourist attractions it’s domestically and abroad. Not only tourist attractions, in Medan there are also many culinary places that serve various types of culinary.

1.Ucok Durian

Medan is the “paradise” of durian lovers. Durian From Medan has a special taste that will make the lovers addicted.

One of the best durian sellers in Medan is Ucok Durian. The popularity is known by almost all people in Medan durian from this shop is soft and legit texture. Ucok durian has a Standard in selling durian, and you will get the type of durian that you want. Not only served in the form of fruit, you can also enjoy the durian in the form of pancakes and ice cream. The store is located on Jalan KH Wahid Hasyim No. 30-32 and is well known among famous people,President Jokowi and his family have also come here.

2.Martabak Piring Murni

“Martabak piring” is a unique snack in Medan. One of the famous martabak piring in Medan is Martabak Murni,in Jl. Bogor,Medan. This martabak have a location in the area of ​​street food in the Medan, the make of  this martabak  is like make a pancake, because they put butter in small plate, different from other martabak, the uniqueness that makes this food famous.

This martabak topping is a chocolate or peanut sauce spread on the surface of the martabak then the martabak is folded, so the martabak topping collects in the middle. The legitimate batter makes the taste different from other martabak, crunchy and sweet is the main flavor

3.Lontong Kak Lin

Lontong Kak Lin is already very famous as one of the breakfast places in Medan. The location is also strategic in front of SMAN 1 Medan. There are distinguishes Lontong Kak Lin with other lontong breakfast place.

Lontong kak Lin has three types of lontong, one of them is lontong sayur. The sweet taste of potato and spicy chips from pecal spices blends in a lontong sauce that provides a sweet savory in every bite. In addition to lontong and savory rice, here are also available some snacks as a complement to your breakfast.

 

 

4.Rumah Makan Sinar Pagi

Medan as the capital of North Sumatra province is one of the culinary paradise in Indonesia. Because in this city there are various kinds of culinary that can shake the tongue of the culinary tour lovers.

One of them is Soto medan, this soto has a thick coconut milk sauce and greenish yellow as its trademark and the use of cumin on the marinade that makes the taste of soup soup fresh when eaten. One of the fun places to enjoy a culinary tour in Medan City is Sinar Pagi Restaurant, here is available soup Medan which tastes very good. Soto Medan it was very delicious and delicious. The spices are very tasty, so the sotonya has a tasty, fresh and warm characteristics of the spice-herbs so dominating. favorite soto with hot rice and potato chips and shrimp crackers.

 

Rumah Makan Sinar Pagi is located at Jalan Sei Deli No 2D, Silalas, West Medan District, Medan City. The Restaurant open early morning from 7:00 am to 15:00 pm.

 

 

 

 

5.Mi Aceh Titi Bobrok

On the streets of Medan, we can easily find a Aceh noodle shop in. But the most famous is Mie Aceh Titi Bobrok in Jalan Setia Budi. Opened every day at 11:00 to 21:00 pm, the restaurant near the bridge has a superior menu of noodles with a mixture of crab, there are 2 types of fried noodles or noodle soup.

For those of you who don’t like crabs, squid and shrimp, you can also try ordinary Acehnese noodles, Acehnese meat noodles, or Acehnese egg noodles. the price offered is not too expensive, ranging from Rp. 10 thousand to Rp. 40 thousand per portion, depending on the desire of visitors who want to use what additions to the noodle.

so it’s the 5 most favorite foods in the Medan. hopefully that can help you to choose the menu  when visiting Medan.

Paragliding in Pandawa Beach

Pandawa is a famous beach in south part of Bali. We can enjoy both of white sand and blue sea on there. when you walk on the beach you will see some parachutes flying from the edge of the beach, going around and missing behind the cliffs around the beach, it is a tourist attraction that has long existed on Pandawa beach. So? what if we enjoy it all from the sky. You have to try Paragliding, Paragliding tandem in Bali existed since 1990 but at that time paragliding just for solo flying. After paragliding famous they are made a tandem paragliding which carry 2 people on 1 parachute, pilot and passenger.

Using a parachute that can be controlled by the pilot. After a year, Timbis beach paragliding site was increasingly known by national and international pilots to fly over the coast of Pandawa, huge events were held here such as exhibitions held by the Indonesian Air Force.

You will fly from a cliff with an altitude of more than 100 m. The steep cliff becomes the perfect take off point. As for the landing, you can landing on the beach or anywhere else depending what you want. Paragliding Pandawa Bali can take 15 km from Pandawa beach to Uluwatu. When conditions are really conducive and the wind is stable  you can fly there.

Budget and Best Time To Visit

Paragliding is an expensive sport, Prices for one-time flight for Tandem Paragliding in Bali IDR. 1.000.000 For Local Tourists, and USD. 110 / Person for Foreign Tourist. and needs special training by following the level to become a Tandem Pilot. Tandem paragliding on Pandawa Beach is very dependent on weather conditions such as the direction of the wind that must be stable and the strength of the wind is sufficient. usually this activity is available in June – December, Usually will start from 1 pm to 6 pm. let’s try Paragliding when visiting the Pandawa beach

Lempuyang Temple – The Oldest Temple in Bali

The Hindu temple in Bali is a manifestation of worship to the gods. The function of a temple in Bali is worshiping to the god. And also, some temples have a strong vibration and captivate the people to visit it. Hence, it becomes famous to tourist destination. Pura Lempuyang is one of the Hindu Temples have strong vibration and set on the top of Lempuyang hill,  in the eastern part of Bali Island.

“Lempuyang” Means

Lempuyang is derived from the word “lampu” means  light and “hyang” to call God, like Hyang Widhi. From that word of Lempuyang or lamp that is interpreted the holy light of God or bright (shine).

And also, other versions mention Lempuyang are derived from the word ‘master’ or ’emong’ that means to maintain. Bhatara Hyang Pasupati sent his three sons down to congregate to keep Bali’s stability from various natural disaster shocks.

History of Lempuyang Temple

Lempuyang Temple is the oldest temple in Bali. In the conception of the God of Nawa Sanga or Nine Dewa ruler nine winds, this temple is Sthana God Iswara. Lempuyang Temple area is divided into three spots namely Lempuyang Sor, Lempuyang Madya and Lempuyang Luhur. Based on the palm of Markandeya Purana, Pura Lempuyang was founded by Rsi Markandeya around the 8th century AD. At that time Rsi Markandeya made a place of worship with the purposes of praying as well as expounding the teachings of Hinduism.

Pura Luhur Lempuyang is likely several other temples in Bali that all of them are very important and religious places. Like Besakih Temple is also one of the island’s nine directional temples with the function to protect Bali and the Balinese from evil spirits. It is also one of the six temples that are dedicated to the supreme God, Sang Hyang Widi Wasa. The six temples are also well known as Sad Kahyangan.

The temple is never really crowded. So if you are fit and ready for a challenge that gives you a very special reward in return. There are very scenic views of Mount Agung, this temple should be high up on your list of things to do on Bali.

Best Time to Visit Lempuyang Temple

If you want to visit Lempuyang Temple, the best time to visit it in the morning. You will discover the beautiful scenery along the trekking track and sunrise via the temple area. Meanwhile, the majestic of Agung Mount is just in back of the temple present the magnificent view as a backdrop.

 

Uluwatu Temple

Uluwatu temple is beauty temple. The temple stands on rocky reef jutting to the middle of the sea with a height of 97 meters it provides outstanding view of Indian ocean . A rocky cliff around the temple provides an outstanding view and spoils the eyes for tourists who visit it. Uluwatu is also famous because of a beach below the temple namely Suluban beach. The Suluban Beach is well featured by the great swells ideally for surfing in particular Pro-Surfers. This temple is a sacred Hindu Temple blessed by the breathtaking view of Indian Ocean and spectacular sunset as a backdrop Uluwatu Kecak Dance Performance.

The amazing panorama of Uluwatu is coming when the spectacular sunset down to the earth. Moreover, the tourists will be presented the most popular local Balinese dance of Kecak at the edge of the cliff. This Kecak Dance is performed by the group of local dancers taking the Ramayana Epoch as a basic story. The dance is performed from 18.00 and finish at 19.00 on the open stage overlooking to the ocean. Therefore, this performance can captivate the tourist to come to Uluwatu Temple.

The History of Uluwatu Temple

This temple is a Pura Sad Kayangan believed by Hindus as a buffer of 9 winds. This temple was originally used as a place to worship a holy priest from the 11th century named Empu Kuturan. He lowered the teachings of Desa Adat with all its rules. This temple is also used to worship the next holy priest, Dang Hyang Nirartha, who came to Bali at the end of 1550 and ended his holy journey with what is called Moksa or Ngeluhur in this place. This word is the origin of the name of Pura Luhur Uluwatu.

Best Time To Visit Uluwatu Temple

Watching Kecak Uluwatu Dance while enjoying the beautiful twilight incense created when the sun began to set behind the Indian Ocean, the red sky creates a very romantic atmosphere that makes tourists feel at home in this one tourist location in the afternoon. The visitors do not need to get out of their seats and they just get ready with the camera and capture all the moments that occur during these hours.

The surge of tourist arrivals in the afternoon is also justified by information from the manager of Uluwatu Tourism Area, mentioned that with the holding of kecak dance as a tourist attraction in Uluwatu Temple makes the tourists prefer to visit in the afternoon that allows tourists to enjoy the beauty of panorama around Pura Uluwatu while watching Kecak Uluwatu Dance.

Rammang – Rammang – The Beautiful Hidden Village

Rammang-rammang village is one of the best vacation place in Maros, South Sulawei. Located around 1 hour from Makassar city.  And about 30 min boat ride to the Rammang Rammang village. The boat ride is the best part, cause you’ll see many local houses and people besised the river and good views on the cliffs.

What is Rammang-Rammang

The name of “Rammang-Rammang” comes from the language of Makassar, where rammang means “cloud” or “mist”. So, rammang-rammang means a set of cloud or fog. so it will be a dramatic sight when the fog has come to the village, it will be of special interest to tourists who want to feel the serenity and quietness. the place away from the city makes you feel the tranquility of the city crowd.

Place of interest in Rammang-Rammang

There are many things you can see in Rammang rammang, Telaga Bidadari, Bulu Barakka cave, Telapak Tangan Cave, Pasaung caves, Pute rivers and Berua Village.Rammang Rammang Lime stone is the third largest karst areas in the world (45 km2), after Tsingy in Madagascar (‎666 km²) and Shilin in China(500 km2) . There are two stone forest park complexes in Rammang-Rammang that located in the north and in the south of Maros.In Rammang-Rammang many photogenic place that can be your photo background.

 

Best Time to Visitting Rammang-Rammang

To visit Rammang-Rammang tourism object is recommended When the Sunset and Sunrise,You gonna see a Yellow Sky behind the cliff,and that a dramatic view,or you can come visit Rammang Rammang between 8 am and 3 pm you can enjoy the green ricefield in the Rammang Rammang.Dont worry,if you want to stay in Rammang Rammang for several day,you can stay at eco concept Hotel and take a rest in cafe with eco concept too,with Rp 350.000/Night you can Stay at the Eco concept hotel

Holbung Hill Samosir – Hidden Paradise in North Sumatera

In Toba Lake there are many villages and Huta Holbung (Holbung Village) is one of them. Because of its magnificent nature, this village has been recognized by many tourists. Holbung is over 200 years old. The green rice field on this village offer other uniqueness. One of its attractions is Holbung Hill. Tourists come here to enjoy the amazing scenery from the top of the hills like green carpets stretching from one side to the other. In addition, visitors can also enjoy the potential of nature and life of the local community. The village is quite calm and comfortable so it is suitable to relax when holiday is coming. Before starting the journey to the hill, it’s more better for you to visit the village first. There are about 500 people living in Huta Holbung. Many tourists come here because the hill is very stunning. This is perfect for tracking. Usually, visitors can reach the peak in 15 – 20 minutes. There is a path it’s a easy level tracking. You can also see many hill along the way. Once you reach the top,you’ll be amazed at the breathtaking landscape,Its beauty is unrivaled. This could be your next wonderful vacation,A new list destination in North Sumatera.

The row of rows of Lake Toba and Samosir Island are the main treats from Holbung Hill since it is only a few kilometers from Pangururan City, Samosir. Visitors usually call Teletubbies Hill. This is due to the similarity with the hill teletubbies in East Java. Not only provides stunning views, this hill offers a refreshing atmosphere. From here, you can even see the magnificent Mount Pusuk Buhit and Lake Toba. All these attractions make great natural portraits.You should not throw garbage carelessly so that the beauty of this hill is maintained. As a visitor, you must keep the environment clean. Holbung Hill is a valuable tourist attraction in North Sumatra. Everyone should take good care of this place for the sake of tourism in this area. Before visiting Holbung Hill, you must prepare everything. The important thing is health. Make sure you are in good condition. Only with this condition, you can track comfortably. Parents with children do not get careless while doing tracking with your children. Since there is no nearby restaurant, you have to bring some drinks and food. To help you during tracking, you can also camp on holbung hill, as long as you keep your behavior.

To reach the hill, you can use two different routes. First, from Medan to Tele. During the trip, you can pass through Kebanjahe. Another route is through Siantar, Parapat, and Samosir. It depends on your starting point. If you choose the second route, you must use the Three Kings Port to reach Tomok on Samosir Island. What about accommodation? There are several hotels in Samosir. Each has different facilities and costs. Holbung village can be a great place to relax.

Both the village and the hill are very interesting to explore. In addition, you can find other charms. For example, there is a Turbo Waterfall. This waterfall is also called Sampuran Bolon. To enjoy the charm, you must walk to the location of Holbung with a travel time of about 50 minutes. Sounds tiring, is not it? In fact, you will be astonished by the beauty of the waterfall. This waterfall is located in a hidden area. In fact, this place is called a Hidden paradise.

Swing Which You Must Try in Bali

The Island of Gods never fails to make a holiday time memorable. Various tourist destinations and local wisdom of the people of Bali has been known to tourists from various worlds.Do not want to miss the growing tourist trends, Bali also continues to present a cool place of tourist attractions.

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