My Lovely Hometown, Metro City..

a little bit confused about the today's posting (23 July 2013), thinking than Lampung tourism spots. after several time , finally I decided to write about my hometown, Metro,

maybe several people had not know about Metro City, by its name probably people would assume that the city is a great city, magnificently, lively and very specialy. special if it could be true, but if magnificently, lively and obviously that is wrong, the city with a total area of ​​68.74 km2 is the smallest city ever.

The actual name of Metro City from the Javanese "Mitro", which means friend (a gathering place for people to be friendship).

And according to the Dutch language "Meterm" which means the center (centrum) is defined as some strategically placed, it is against the backdrop of colonization that come from various regions outside the region of Sumatra. At the time of independence the name of Metro is remained Metro. With the enactment of Article 2 of the Peraturan Peralihan Undang Undang Dasar 1945 than Metro become the District is headed by a regent in 1945, which at that time, the first Regent who served is Burhanuddin (1945-1948).

Metro is just not a place to earn a living for its citizens. the District people is directly adjacent to this area, as Central Lampung and East Lampung, making a living by trading and selling services. Therefore, in the daytime the population of Metro is more than the real population.

Metro commercial centers scattered in several places. Trade goods, clothing, textiles, electronics, and other secondary goods, can be found in the Shopping Center and Cendrawasih Market. For motoring enthusiasts the Sumur Bandung is a shopping complex where hunting automotive parts and accessories. There is also a commercial center as early in the morning in the Ganjar Agung and 16c the places that selling vegetables and other agricultural commodities. in Sumur Bandung shopping complex can be found Chandra Supermarket.

Metro also known as Education City. Every morning public transports from Central Lampung and East Lampung are filled with students which studying in this city. And at the daytime after school. Urban transportation spread across the region to facilitate the mobility of Metro residents.

To support Metro as educational city, the government had built a library building in the central of the city. The building is equipped resource library and air conditioning. Built in 2002 and now operates.the library is founded by district budget is the first step a long-term supply of education services for the surrounding district.

the another interesting place at Metro City is City Park Or also called Taman Perjuangan, actually this park will be filled with visitors during the weekend, there are many communities gathered from a variety of community activities such as motorcycle enthusiasts, cars, or football fans club and certain bands lover.

that's a short story of my hometown, i'll be waiting for your coming for visit us......

Lapah-Lapah Commnity

The media that we use to explore all the richness of tourism in Lampung Province, Lapah-Lapah taken from the Lampung language that Mean "STROLLING".
lessclearly when the community formed. at least, before the name lapah-lapah commnity used we have often adventuring down the natural beauty of Lampung, the purpose just want to share the destination information to local and foreign tourists who are interested in visiting tourism spot in Lampung.

Lapah-lapah Community or called LLC, at beginning when we used to go together to visit tourism area in lampung, than was blazed the idea, that our journey is not just strolling but can give advantage for another travelers. finally we started to discuss to find the name what we think fits. than lapah-lapah community was choosen, in addition we also have a quote "The Soul Is Our sea, the forest is our life, lapah-lapah is our way to save them".

the places that we've visited quite a lot, the outermost which you can easily reach or are too difficult to achieve and require struggle, we had been through, there are still some places that we have never explored because the shotest time, but over time, we will continue to explore all the wealth of lampung tourism, because we know that Lampung also has heavens with quite worth for visited.

Because we were a forum, so we also have members and rules. but in the LLC no difference between the old and the new members, we also do not have any archived data our members, because we are a family that does not need to be listed in the membership book, just saved in our memory stored in the brain and heart, because not all people are adventurer but all of people want to enjoy the beauty of nature and that is  our duty to accompany and introduce them about nature and  LLC.

The Original Tastefull Lampungnese Sauce..... "TEMPOYAK!!!!!!"

This post may be a little different from our theme, strolling, but this is one of the results of our trip. Tempoyak, it is one of  South Sumatran society typical foods but  dominated by Lampung people.

Tempoyak is a dish that originated from the fermented of durian fruit. Tempoyak is a food which is usually consumed as a side dish. Tempoyak can also be eaten directly (this is rarely done, because many are not resistant to the acidity and smellity  of Tempoyak itself). In addition,Tempoyak is used as a spice in cooking.

Taste of Tempoyak was surly, because the fermentation process in the durian flesh as the materials. Tempoyak known in Indonesia (especially in Palembang, Lampung and Kalimantan) and Malaysia. In Palembang, this food is eaten with chicken. In Lampung, Tempoyak is used as seruit ingredients in a dish or mixture in the sauce.

Durian as the main material Tempoyak containing 67 grams of water, 28.3 grams carbohydrates, 2.5 grams fat, 2.5 grams of protein, and 1.4 grams of fiber per 100 grams. In addition, durian also contains vitamins B1, B2, and C, as well as potassium, calcium, and phosphorus. Tempoyak itself had higher levels of lactic acid bacteria (LAB) are high. Lactic acid bacteria are bacteria used to ferment and cause a sour taste in Tempoyak.

Tempoyak dough is made by preparing meat durian, either local or monthong, but for monthong is not priority because it contains gas and water overmuch. Selected durian for tempoyank is labored ripely, which is usually watery look. Then the durian flesh separated from the seeds, after that put a bit of salt. Once completed, then added with cayenne pepper can speed up the fermentation process. However, the fermentation process can not be too long because it will affect the final taste.

Besides eaten with rice, Tempoyak often made ​​sauce or mixed with fish, such as Pindang Patin Tempoyak, Pepes Ikan Mas, or cooked with anchovy or tilapia fish. Acid flavor is perfect with savory flavors and spicy chili fish. If you do not believe, prove it! Be prepared if hooked by it delish!

The Wonderful of Krakatoa

Krakatau Festival is one of the fixed annual national tourism calendar are routinely held every year in Lampung Province. According to its name, Krakatoa festival events were held to commemorate the devastating eruption of Mount Krakatoa, until the Anak Krakatau was created. On the other side, governments of Lampung preserve this festival with the aim to introduce the indigenous of Lampung to the outside community. In other words as a promotional event.

Krakatoa Festival witnessed in Sang Bumi Ruwa Jurai  "(Read: Another name Lampung), in addition to enjoying the beauty of Lampung culture, you can also taste tour to Anak Krakatau Mount  . Krakatoa volcano is in the Sunda Strait, or approximately 50 km from the coast in the province of Banten and 40 km from the coast of Sumatra. Currently only the remaining fraction of the shape of Mount Krakatoa before the mountain erupted in 535 AD and 1883 and has made it one of the most terrible eruptions on Earth.

heat clouds and the resulting tsunami killed about 36,000 people. Up until the date of December 26, 2004, this is a the most devastating tsunami in the Indian Ocean region. Cracking noise was heard up in Alice Springs, Australia and the island of Rodrigues near Africa, 4653 miles. Yield is estimated at 30,000 times the atomic bomb that was detonated in Hiroshima and Nagasaki at the end of World War II.

Throughout the event, there are many exciting activities that you can see. Lampung cultural exhibition is the main thing. You will see how rich in culture Lampung. Music, dancing, singing, etc..

Tapis fabrics Exhibiton becomes that never missed part. Tapis is  Lampung typical gold-embroidered Woven Fabric that made ​​by Lampung women. Would you buy it? Additionally, if you're feeling adventurous, Krakatoa Festival gives you the opportunity to taste tour of Anak Krakatau.

Journey to Mount Krakatoa can be reached by speed boat or ship from Banten Province mainly through Anyer Beach and Carita Beach, approximately 1.5 hours. There is also the hotel that organizes package tours to Mount Krakatoa in helicopters like the Sol Elite Marbella. Economical route is shorter and can be reached from Kalianda in Lampung, or about 30 miles to the north of Bakauheni port..

Taman Nasional Bukit Barisan Selatan

Taman Nasional Bukit Barisan Selatan (TNBBS) is a national park dedicated to protecting tropical rainforests of Sumatra island along with its natural wealth. UNESCO made ??the TNBBS as a World Heritage. TNBB was  declared as a Wildlife Sanctuary in 1935 and became a National Park in 1982. At first the size of the area is ??356 800 hectares. But the area of ??the park is currently calculated using GIS for approximately 324,000 hectares.

TNBBS located at the southwestern region of Sumatra. Seventy percent of the park (249 552 hectares) are included in the administrative district of West Lampung and Tanggamus region, both of which are part of Lampung Province. Other parts of the park covers 74 822 hectares (23% of the overall area of ??the park) and were in Kaur region of the Bengkulu province.

TNBBS have some lowland forests in Sumatra that lastest time protected. Very rich in terms of biodiversity and is home to three species most endangered large mammals in the world: Sumatran elephant (less than 2,000 head of which survive today), Sumatran rhinoceros (entire global population: 300 individuals and drastically diminishing) and the Sumatran tiger (the entire global population of around 400).

Beside that the natural resources potential both of flora and fauna that were very diverse kinds, TNBBS also have another property that is not less interesting, like, the wealthy in the form of symptoms uniqueness and natural beauty. Combined all the wealth that make this national park has the high enough tourism potential. the Places should be pointed and visited,are:

Belimbing

In this place there is a flare tower (lighthouse), where from it can be enjoyed the sea or the amazing beach. Reef, the sand which stretches along beach and the waves coming in and breaking on the shore is a sight that has a distinct impression.


Menjukut lake (Dananu Menjukut)
Lake, in addition, as a place for aquatic animals living such as fish and others, it is also the habitat of several species of water birds, wildlife drinking and human activity places.
Likewise Menjukut lake. There can be several types of waterfalls birds, especially grouse .
In addition, it can be found also some large animals, such as wild buffalo, elk and deer. Visitors can also enjoy water sports activities, such as boating, swimming / bathing in the lake. For those who enjoyed the observation of flora and fauna, this area should not be missed.

Sukaraja
In the area around Sukaraja (which has a height of 546 m above sea level), could be visited some waterfalls. Moreover, by the cottage scene there, can be enjoyed the panoramic views of the Semangka Gulf that lies beneath. As with views towards the sea.
At Sukaraja also provided facilities for the visitors who want to spend the night in tents, which camping grounds 2 ha, which is also equipped with a shelter and toilets. Sukaraja can be reached from Kota Agung by road, with 4 hours trip to the west.


Ranau Lake (Danau Ranau)
Ranau Lake is a beautiful lake and a pollution-free. This lake is the largest lake in Sumatra after Toba lake.
Ranau Lake is located on the northwest edge of TNBBS and in the Bukit Barisan  range mountains. becouse of it, Ranau lake has clean water and the air is cool.
In this lake visitors can sail, canoe and enjoy the magnificent views of the Bukit Barisan Mountains.

The Dolphin Kingdom in South Lampung Coast

This time the story was taken from the southern coast of Lampung, either the west or the south coast both of them have the equally good of the natural beauty , this trip comes from Kiluan Bay.

Kiluan Bay is located on the coast of southern Lampung, precisely in the District Kelumbayan, Tanggamus, South Lampung. the journey takes about approximately 4-6 hours from Metro or 2-3 hours from Bandar Lampung,

On the journey toward Kiluan we could lay in mutun beach, Tangkil islands and Klara Beach. there we can enjoy the scenery is quite beautiful in addition we will also pass the marines headquarters in way rate, its fairly smooth paved road. But after pass it then the streets will start to disintegrate, fall to rise and will increasingly miserable when reach desa Bawang about 10 km from the Kiluan Bay.

Kiluan Bay is often called as the kingdom of the dolphins, dolphin populations are to much in this bay. they are nimble Marine mammals , you have not had time to take it picture, so he could have entered the sea again. To capture those precious moments, you have to install speed cameras at high speed. Or, if you did not want to miss a moment of the precious dolphins, record it! A trip to meet with the Dolphins this could take 2 to 3 hours. Entering the daytime, the weather can be so hot, do not forget to put on sunblock before leaving.

In addition several attractions that can be enjoyed in Kiluan Bay. such as, snorkeling, Batu Candi temple, and enjoy the Pasir Putih Beach. You will fell more comfortable and do not want to go home. You will be presented with the original atmosphere of the countryside, with panoramic coastal and mountain hills. Very smell of mountain air even though we were on the shoreline

The selected homestay can be a simple cottage or stay at villager homes. Homestay in the range of Rp 350,000 with no limited who will stay. Usually there is an extra charge for the meal. There has been no electricity, so the average local villagers using generators for lighting. The village mostly inhabited by followers of the Hindu Balinese derivatives. previously, this place is the transmigration villagers from Java and Bali.

well.... would you like to come to Kiluan???? put it on your holiday scedule... that would be great journey.