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Banda Aceh or Aceh, is the capital of Aceh
Darussalam Nangroe located in the Northwestern tip of Sumatra Island. Aceh is
divided into 18 districts, namely:
1 Kabupaten Aceh Barat -
Meulaboh
2 Kabupaten Aceh Barat Daya -
Blangpidie
3 Kabupaten Aceh Besar - Kota
Jantho
4 Kabupaten Aceh Jaya -
Calang
5 Kabupaten Aceh Selatan -
Tapak Tuan
6 Kabupaten Aceh Singkil -
Singkil
7 Kabupaten Aceh Tamiang -
Karang Baru
8 Kabupaten Aceh Tengah –
Takengon
9 Kabupaten Aceh Tenggara -
Kutacane
10 Kabupaten Aceh Timur - Idi Rayeuk
11 Kabupaten Aceh Utara - Lhoksukon
12 Kabupaten Bener Meriah -
Simpang Tiga Redelong
13 Kabupaten Bireuen - Bireuen
14 Kabupaten Gayo Lues - Blang
Kejeren
15 Kabupaten Nagan Raya - Suka
Makmue
16 Kabupaten Pidie - Sigli
17 Kabupaten Pidie Jaya -
Meureudu
18 Kabupaten Simeulue -
Sinabang
Aceh, has a strategic position as a gateway to the
world of culture which connects the east and west. The society is made up of
10 tribes (Tribes Gayo, Malay Tamiang, Spare Julu, Kluet Tribes, Tribes Alas,
Haloban Tribes, Tribes Devayan, Jamee Aneuk Tribes, Tribes and Tribal Sigulai
Aceh.
There are many natural attractions and historical
heritage that you can visit when you are in Aceh. In addition to the many
tourist attractions, there are many lodging facilities or Hotel to guarantee
your comfort when you are in Aceh as well.
These are some of the tourist attractions in Aceh, which can visit.
NATURAL TOURISM
BEACH & BAY
Pantai Lhok Nga (Aceh Besar, Banda Aceh)
Lhoknga Beach located in Lhok Nga,
Aceh Besar. The distance to the city of Banda Aceh coast is ± 22 km. Lhoknga
Beach is famous for its white sand. In addition, the high surf beaches are
perfect for those who love surfing. There are many coastal facilities such as a
surfboard rental place, hawker food / cafe also lodging you can find at Lhokga
Beach.
Pantai Lampuuk (Aceh besar, Banda Aceh)
Lampuuk beach located in Lhok Nga, Aceh Besar. The
distance to the city of Banda Aceh coast is ± 20 km. In this beach visitors can
do recreational activities such as sunbathing, surfing and more. Facilities
available at the beach is also quite complete.
Pantai Paradiso (Sabang, Banda Aceh)
Paradiso Beach is located in the island of Sabang,
Weh. As the name implies, Paradiso Beach beauty can make us more reluctant to
go away from that location. From the white sandy beach, we could see the hills
that line. Shady atmosphere on the beach was also obtained from the many palm
trees that shade the beach.
Pantai Gapang (Sabang, Banda Aceh)
Gapang Beach is located in Sabang, Weh Island. The
beach location is not far from Iboih Beach. The Gapang Beach name is derived
from the trees name around the beach, the "Gapang" trees. Sea water
is blue and clear allowing you to see the ocean depths. Along the coast, there
a complete facilities.
Pantai Sumur Tiga (Sabang)
Three Wells Beach is one of the tourist sites which
are located in Lemeulee, Sukajaya, Sabang. The beach is perfect for snorkeling.
The natural beauty of the sea is wonderful and if you are lucky, dolphins were
also spotted here. For accommodation facilities, you can find resorts with
beautiful bungalow designs.
Pantai Kasih (Sabang)
Love Beach is a tourist attraction on Weh Island,
which is 2 km from the center of Sabang. Love Beach is a rocky beach with lots
of palm trees around it. White sand formed a line that limits the turquoise
sea, make this place so beautiful. The beach location is very close to the
local settlement therefore the beach will be lively in the afternoon.
Pantai Iboih (Kepulauan Weh, Banda Aceh)
Iboih Beach is the most visited beach by tourist,
located ± 50 km from Balohan port. The island also have some beautiful diving
and snorkeling places which are located around Seulako Island, and Rubiah
Island. For those who want to stay, you don't have too worry. In this area you
will easily get it.
Pantai Tu’i Lhok (Tapaktuan, Aceh)
The Tu'i Lhok Beach is located 18 km North
Tapaktuan. In Tapaktuan region, this beach is the most interesting place to
visit. Near the beach there is a small waterfall where visitors can wash off
after a swim in the sea. This is very
nice quite beach for swimming and sunbathing.
Pantai Air Dingin (Aceh Selatan)
Cold Water Beach is a gently sloping beach which is
very unique. The beach location is near to the waterfall which makes the view
becomes very beautiful. The distance
from Tapaktuan city is about 17 km. Visitors who come not only local
communities, but also many from outside the area who traveled here.
Pantai Cemara Indah (Aceh Barat Daya)
Beautiful Pine Beach has white sandy beaches. In
coastal areas, we can find a recreational park for us to relax. And when
sundown, we can enjoy the beautiful sunsets. Beautiful Pine Beach is located
about 4 km from Blangpidie, West Aceh. At this time, tourist sites are
currently under construction.
Pantai Ganting (Sinabang, Simeulue)
Gating Beach has a panoramic coastal beach which is
quite popular in Sinabang. A sloping white sandy beaches, looks very beautiful
and captivating. On the beach we could swim, snorkeling or just relaxing over
the weekend. The beachfront location is in Kuala Makmur village, about 11 km
from the town of Sinabang.
Pantai Kuala Parek (Aceh Timur, Aceh)
Located in the village of Kuala Parek, District Sungai Raya, about 7 km from the district town. The beach is very beautiful and enchanting, often used for fishing.
Pantai Batee Puteh (Meulaboh, Aceh Barat)
Batee Puteh beach is located in West Aceh district. The location of the beach is at Jalan Kuala Shiite approximately 3 km from the town of Meulaboh. Puteh Batee beach is very crowded by people while on vacation for a swim or just enjoy the beautiful scenery. Is a suitable vacation spot for families, in addition to a clean, white beaches add to the attraction of this tourist area.
Pantai Kuala Katung (Aceh Barat Daya, Aceh)
Kuala Katung beach is located in the village of Ujung Serangga, Southwest Aceh district. Distance of about 15 minutes from the city Blangpidie. The beach has facilities like cafes along the road, also very close to the harbor for fishing boats and fishing port of loading and unloading goods from ships outside the area.
Pantai Lhok Geuleumpang (Aceh Jaya, Aceh)
Lhok Geulumpang is located in Kuala Jubet District of Desa Bakti Setia. With the distance from Aceh Jaya (Calang) range of 18 km and Setia Bakti district which is about 2 km. Lhok Geulumpang have facilities such as Travel lodge, Stage Folk Art abd manyh other.
Pantai Tunggul Indah (Simeulue, Aceh)
The beach is very exotic, especially in the afternoon. At that time, you can enjoy the beautiful Sunset. Located in the village of Busung, East Kec.Seumeleu, about 12 km from the city of Sinabang. The Beaches has unique stumps namely the large rocks that are present after the Earthquake and Tsunami in 2004.
Pantai Ujong Batee (Aceh Besar, Aceh)
This white sandy beach is always crowded when the holiday arrives, as a place of recreation such as swimming, camping and relaxing at the end of the week. Distance from the beach about 17 km to Banda Aceh.
Pantai Kuala Penaga (Aceh Tamiang, Aceh)
Kuala Penaga Beach is a tourist attraction located in the coastal village of Penaga, the beach is more crowded by the people of Aceh Tamiang, especially during the holidays. This beach is located in the village of Penaga, District Seruway, Mileage about 30 km from Kuala Simpang.
Pantai Batu Berlayar (Aceh Selatan)
The beach is located on the coast of South Aceh district, Sama Dua district has a beautiful panorama around offshore. In this beautiful beach we can also do fishing activities.
Krueng Juli Beach
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Krueng Juli Beach |
Pantai Krueng Juli (Bireuen, Aceh)
Located on the beach in July Krueng Lhok Awe - Kr July, Kuala subdistrict, not so far from the city center Bireuen. July Krueng Beach is a place frequented by visitors as a place of family recreation.
Pantai Kuala Beukah (Peurelak, Aceh)
The beach is quite long and spacious with clean seawater. This beach is located at Peurelak district, East Aceh district. On days off this beach is frequented by the public for recreation. The visitors can swimming, fishing and other beach activities. The winds that waft gently with the waves gently roll the Strait of Malacca makes this beach so enchanting.
Pantai Kuala Doe (Aceh Jaya, Aceh)
Kuala Doe is located in the village of Kuala Doe, District Setia Bakti. Distance of about 16 kilometers from the city of Calang, Aceh Jaya.
Pantai Lhok Bubon (Aceh Barat, Aceh)
Lhok Bubon beach is located in the village of Bubon, the distance of about 8 km from the city of Meulaboh. On this beach, we can do activities such as sea, swimming and surfing.
Pantai Sawang (Aceh Utara, Aceh)
Sawang beach offers natural charm that exotic. In the afternoon, we could see a beautiful sunset. Distance of about 29 km from the city of Lhokseumawe, Sawang Village, Subdistrict Samudra.
Pantai Krueng Geukuh (Aceh Utara)
Krueng Geukuh Beach s beautiful and clean beach among other beaches, because the local community is very concerned about its beauty. We can also see the traditional fishermen and their boat that will catch fish.
Pantai Lanaga (Aceh Barat, Aceh)
This tourist attraction Krueng Geukuh Beach is a very interesting place to visit, most visited during the boat race event. Located in the village of Peunaga, the distance of about 5 km from the city of Meulaboh (West Aceh district capital).
Pantai Menye (Aceh Tengah)
Menye Beach is one of the exotic beach located in Central Aceh. In addition we can enjoy the sunset here, this beach can also be used as a recreation area and a campground. Menye beach located in the District of Stars, east lake Sea Fresh.
Pantai Ujong Blang (Lhokseumawe, Aceh)
Ujong Blang coast where tourism is a mainstay of Lhokseumawe, and became the main object of the citizens for a weekend with the family. This beach is located about 3 km from the town of Lhokseumawe.
Pantai Ulee Rubek (Aceh Utara, Banda Aceh)
Ulee Rubek Beach is one of the North Aceh tourism wich are not less beautiful place to visit. Located in District Seunuddon, North Aceh, have a white sandy beaches and is known to be one of the preferred location to spend the weekend.
Pantai Cermin Ulee Lheue (Aceh)
Cermin Beach Ulee Lheue, is a tourist attraction located in the coastal village of Ulee Lheue Meuraxa district of Banda Aceh. The visitors can enjoy the beauty of the beach atmosphere or even for the fishing addict can coordinate with local fishermen to borrow / rent boats and fishing to the sea.
Pantai Balu Indah (Pulo Aceh, Aceh)
Balu beautiful beaches surrounded by protected forest that green and beautiful white sand, making the beach located in Pulo Aceh as the natural attractions that attract visitors to come to the district of Aceh Besar. The beach is very beautiful and suitable for swimming, surfing and snorkeling. In the afternoon we could see the beauty of the sunset here
Pantai Krueng Raya (Aceh Besar, Aceh)
This beach is located about 30 km from the city of Banda Aceh. It takes 40 minutes to reach the location. Along the way, you can see the view of beach and residential community. In addition, we also passed several other beaches which are visited by the citizens, such as Ujong Batee Beach.
Pantai Kuala Jeumpa (Bireuen, Aceh)
Kuala Jeumpa Beach is located in the District of Kuala Jeumpa, Kab.Bireuen. Besides being a tourist place attraction, here visitors can see the fishermen and their boats to catch fish.
Pantai Lhok Mee (Aceh Besar, Aceh)
Lhok Mee Beach is located in the village Lamreh.The road to Krueng Raya, about 30 km from the city of Banda Aceh. Lhok Mee Beach is a charming white sandy beaches and beautiful is still very natural.
Rancong Beach, Seumadu Island is
located 15 km west of the city of Lhokseumawe. Coast texture
protrudes with water to form kuala, making the water calm. The depth of
adult knee. There's no sea waves. On the other side there is a small
island. His name Pulo Seumadu. Rancong beach adjacent to the island
Seumadu is natural attractions were in place precisely in Lhokseumawe
Pantai Ujung Kareung (Sabang, Aceh)
Pantai Ujung Kareung is located east of the island of Weh. This beach is located in the village of Ie Meulee, about 2 miles from Wells Beach Three. Distance traveled from Sabang city center about 45 minutes. The attraction of this beach there are many coral reefs, reef fish and starfish near the beach.
Pantai Suak Ribee (Aceh Barat, Aceh)
Ribee Suak Beach (West Aceh, Aceh), Located in the village of Suak Ribee, District Johan Hero, or within two miles of the center of the city of Meulaboh. Suak Ribee recreation is a very beautiful and interesting. Along the coastal road lined palm trees and fir trees, there are also many places to rest such as cafes lined along the road. We can also enjoy the gentle breeze while we saw the sunset.
Pantai Pusong Sangkalan (aceh Barat Daya, Aceh)
Pusong Sangkalan Beach is 3 km from the city Blangpidie, Southwest Aceh district. The Pusong Sangkalan Beach is facing with the Indian Ocean, is still very beautiful and clean. The sand is clean and rather rude. Pusong name used because in the Indian Ocean with a distance of 1 KM from the coast there is a "Pusong" (Pulau Gosong).
Pusong Sangkalan Beach is 3 km from the city Blangpidie, Southwest Aceh district. The Pusong Sangkalan Beach is facing with the Indian Ocean, is still very beautiful and clean. The sand is clean and rather rude. Pusong name used because in the Indian Ocean with a distance of 1 KM from the coast there is a "Pusong" (Pulau Gosong).
Pantai Teupin Layeu (Sabang, Aceh)
Teupin
Layeu Beach is a major attraction in the city of Sabang. Located in Gampong
Iboih, 22 Kilometers to the northwest of the town of Sabang. To get to the
location, it can be reached by public transport from Balohan port
for 40 minutes or 30 minutes from the town of Sabang. The beach is
beautiful atmosphere, not less beautiful with the other beaches. Sea water is
calm and clear, making underwater scenery can be seen clearly from the dock.
Teluk Jamin
Teluk
Jamin is a coastal village located 70 km south
Tapaktuan and is one starting point for many heading to the islands.
Teluk Rigaih
Gulf Rigaih located in the Rigaih village is very
popular with travelers as a place of snorkeling, diving and fishing. This area
is often used by people on holiday at the weekend because of the beauty of
coral reefs and colorful ornamental fish.
WATERFALL
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Blang Kolam Waterfall |
Air Terjun Blang Kolam ( Aceh Utara )
Blang Waterfall Swimming has a height
of about 75 m, is located in the village of Sidomulyo, District Kuta Makmur. North
Aceh District, Nanggro Aceh Darussalam Province. A
cool place with nature is still beautiful at all. For those who want to
feel the chill of the falls, you can take a dip here
or just relax over
the weekend. This place is very suitable
as a family recreation.
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Suhom Waterfall |
Air Terjun Suhom, Lhoong ( Aceh Besar )
This waterfall has water source from a hill with about 20 meters of water spills. The position of the waterfall is in the middle of a beautiful natural scenery. Around the the waterfall there is also a location that can be used for camping. Suhom waterfall is located in the village of Kala Kreung Suhom and Village, District Lhoong, Aceh Besar district, about 75 km west of Banda Aceh, or about 3 km from the highway between Banda Aceh to Calang, Aceh Jaya. To achieve Waterfall Suhom of Banda Aceh, could use public transport or private vehicles and takes approximately one hour.
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Seven Level Waterfall |
Air Terjun Tingkat Tujuh ( Aceh Selatan )
Seven Level Waterfalls is located in Tapaktuan located about 200 km south of Meulaboh and is the largest city in South Aceh. The waterfall is named so because the water will get to the ground level after passing through seven waterfall and each location waterfall forms a pool in which the pool can be used for bathing visitors.
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Terunjak Waterfall |
Air Terjun Terujak ( Aceh Timur )
Terujak Waterfall located in the village Terujak, District Serbajadi, East Aceh, is located 127 km from the capital of East Aceh and 2.5 km from the capital district.
Around the waterfall we canfind aHot Springs pond, about 20 meters away, you will find a bathing pool with an area of 10.5 meters.
Panton Cut Waterfall located in the village of Panton Jeumpa Mue, District of Kuala Batee, Southwest Aceh district. Tourist sites in the area of about 35 hectares and this waterfall has a height of approximately 5 meters from the rivers of Panton Cut mountains .
Gunung Suku Waterfall
Air Terjun Gunung Suku ( Aceh Tengah )
The waterfall is located in the village of Rawe, Laut Tawar Subdistrict, Central Aceh District, Nanggro Aceh Darussalam Province .
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Gunung Suku Waterfall |
Air Terjun Gunung Suku ( Aceh Tengah )
The waterfall is located in the village of Rawe, Laut Tawar Subdistrict, Central Aceh District, Nanggro Aceh Darussalam Province .
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Mengaya Waterfall |
Air Terjun Mengaya ( Aceh Tengah )
Located in the village of Mengaya, Bintang Subdistrict, Central Aceh District, Nanggro Aceh Darussalam Province. Located about 10 km from Takengon. To reach the waterfall location is very easy. The road to get to these places through the path paved about 1.5 miles past rice fields, pine forests, coffee plantations and pristine tropical forests.
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Kedabuhan Waterfall |
Air Terjun Kedabuhan (Aceh Singkil )
Located in the village of Lae Ikan (Border NAD-Sumatra), District Penanggalan, Aceh Singkil District, NanggroAceh Darussalam Province. Located approximately 7 km from the city center Subulussalam. Can be reached from West line when going towards North Sumatra and the waterfall is located on the right shoulder of the road.
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Krueng Ayon Waterfall |
Air Terjun Krueng Ayon ( Aceh Jaya )
Located in the village of Ayon, Sampoiniet Subdistrict, Aceh Jaya, Aceh Darussalam Province Nanggro. Located about 5 km from the township or 40 miles more to Calang, the capital of Aceh Jaya. The road to the waterfall is very challenging. For access transportation, we can ride a motorcycle, taxi service or using oil truck.
Pante Cermin Waterfall |
Air Terjun Pante Cermin ( Aceh Jaya )
Located in the village of Pante Cermin, Jaya Subdistrict, Aceh Jaya, Aceh Darussalam Province Nanggro. Green trees around the waterfall makes a very beautiful place.
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Kuta Malaka Waterfall |
Air Terjun Kuta Malaka ( Aceh Besar )
Located in the village of Samahani, Kuta Malaka Subdistrict, Aceh Besar, Aceh Darussalam Province Nanggro. Located about 30 km from the center of the city of Banda Aceh. This tourist location has yet professionally managed either by the Government of Aceh Besar and private, so not many tours that visit.
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Peukan Biluy Waterfall |
Air Terjun Peukan Biluy (Aceh Besar )
Located in the village of Biluy, Darul Kamal Subdistrict-Aceh Besar, Nanggro Aceh Darussalam Province. Located 22 km north of the city of Banda Aceh. For the location can use the two-wheeler or four-wheel drive. However, public transport is not available unless one wants to drive a motorcycle taxi costs around Rp 20.000.
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Tansaran Bidin Waterfall |
Air Terjun Tansaran Bidin ( Aceh Bener Meriah )
Located not far from the Capital of Pondok Baru, Pondok Baru Subdistrict, in the village of Bandar precisely Tansaran Bidin, Bandara Subdistrict, Aceh highlands, Nanggro Aceh Darussalam province. To go to the location we can use a car, motorbike or public transport and it takes about 1.5 hours to walk down a wooded hill.
Mount Pandan Waterfall
Air Terjun Gunung Pandan ( Aceh Tamiang )
Located in the district of Aceh Tamiang, Nanggro Aceh Darusslam Province. Mount Pandan waterfall has many levels and to achieve the latter level takes courage and adrenaline high.
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Pandan Mountain Waterfall |
Air Terjun Gunung Pandan ( Aceh Tamiang )
Located in the district of Aceh Tamiang, Nanggro Aceh Darusslam Province. Mount Pandan waterfall has many levels and to achieve the latter level takes courage and adrenaline high.
Located in the village of Cempega, Bandar Heritage Subdistrict, Aceh Tamiang, Nanggro Aceh Darussalam Province .To reach the waterfall location we had to walk about two kilometers. Sangka Pane Waterfall has 17 levels, where between one tier waterfall and other waterfalls levels can be passed on foot in the dry season.
Seven Level Waterfalls
Air Terjun Tujuh Tingkat ( Aceh Tamiang )
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Seven Level Waterfall |
Air Terjun Tujuh Tingkat ( Aceh Tamiang )
Located in the village of Tenggulun, Selamat Subdistrict , Aceh Tamiang, Nanggro Aceh Darussalam Province. Located about 60 km from the district and it can be reach by using a two-wheeled vehicles . Furthermore, by foot. The Seven Falls has seven levels with the natural surroundings and the air cool.
Telaga Punti Waterfall
Air Terjun Telaga Punti ( Aceh Tamiang )
Located in the village of Alue Punti, Karang Baru Subdistrict , Aceh Tamiang, Nanggro Aceh Darussalam Province. Located approximately 10 km from the city of Kuala Simpang and can be reached by automobile and motorcycle.
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Telaga Punti Waterfall |
Air Terjun Telaga Punti ( Aceh Tamiang )
Located in the village of Alue Punti, Karang Baru Subdistrict , Aceh Tamiang, Nanggro Aceh Darussalam Province. Located approximately 10 km from the city of Kuala Simpang and can be reached by automobile and motorcycle.
Tamsar Waterfall |
Air Terjun Tamsar ( Aceh Tamiang )
Located in the village of Bengkelang, Aceh Tamiang Subdistrict, Nanggro Aceh Darussalam Province . Tamsar Falls has more than 10 levels and surrounded by lush green forest
Located in the village of Lawe Jernih, Penanggalan Subdistrict, Subulussalam City, Nanggro Aceh Darussalam Province. The road leading to it is very difficult, especially during the rainy season over which the road is still a very hard clay that is traversed by the vehicle.
Ceuraceu Waterfall
Air Terjun Ceuraceu ( Bireun )
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Ceuraceu Waterfall |
Air Terjun Ceuraceu ( Bireun )
Located in the village of Samagadeng, Pandrah Subdistrict , Bireuen District, Nanggro Aceh Darussalam Province , approximately 8 km from the highway Medan-Banda Aceh. The road to get there is quite difficult with a sharp rise and fall and a lot of dust along the way.
Akang Siwah Waterfall
Air Terjun Akang Siwah ( Gayo Lues )
Located in the district of Gayo Lues, Aceh province. Waterfalls Akang Siwah still very natural and beautiful, has three levels. ( 8 m, 14 m, and the highest 80 meters)
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Akang Siwah Waterfall |
Air Terjun Akang Siwah ( Gayo Lues )
Located in the district of Gayo Lues, Aceh province. Waterfalls Akang Siwah still very natural and beautiful, has three levels. ( 8 m, 14 m, and the highest 80 meters)
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Pria Laot Waterfall |
Air Terjun Pria Laot ( Sabang )
Pria Laot Waterfall disgorge from Sarung Keris Mountain and situated in the middle of the forest, with a stream of water that stratified. This waterfall is located in the village of Pria Laot, 12 km from the center of Sabang. To get to the waterfall, we had to stop at the end of the village bridge right in front of the water pump tower. From there the journey must continue on foot as far as 1 km.
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Subulussalam Waterfall |
Air Terjun Subulussalam ( Subulussalam )
Located in the village of Penuntungan, Penanggalan Subdistrict, City Subulussalam, Nanggro Aceh Darussalam Province. Subulussalam famous Waterfall have another name which is SKPC. The name is derived from the name of the Unit transmigration settlement area (SKP-C). The existence of this waterfall surrounded by palm oil and salak plantations which belongs to the transmigration.
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Tangse Waterfall |
Air Terjun Tangse ( Pidie )
Located on trajectories of Sigli - Meulaboeh, precisely in the Village Gampoeng Meuriya, Subdistrict Tangse, Pidie, Nanggro Aceh Darussalam Province . This waterfall offers a very beautiful natural atmosphere and the cool clear water.
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Tanjung Raya Waterfall |
Air Terjun Tanjung Raya ( Simeulue )
Tanjung Raya Waterfall is located in the Subdistrict of East Simeulu, Simeulue District, Nanggro Aceh Darussalam Province .
MOUNTAIN & FOREST
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Seulawah Agam Mountain |
Gunung Selawah Agam ( Aceh Besar )
The mountain is located in Agam district of Aceh Besar. Agam Seulawah rich in variety of Flora and Fauna. Such as the Sumatran tiger, Kedih, hornbill and fungi of various species as well as other animals. According to the news, later Seulawah Agam and twin Seulawah Inong will serve as a conservation area. That's important, given the encroachment of timber may be increasingly prevalent there.
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Borni Telong Mountain |
Gunung Borni Telong
Burni Telong Mountain is located in Bener Meriah district and has become the hallmark of the district. Burni Telong Mountain is an active mountain and erupted on December 7,1924 causing severe damage to the surrounding environment including agricultural land and settlements. Burni Telong has an altitude of 2,600 meters above sea level.
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Kemiri Mountain |
Gunung Kemiri
With a height of 3314 meters above sea level, this mountain has the second highest peak in the Gunung Leuser National Park. Travel to peak may take five to six days. during the trekking on this path you can see animals such as orang-utans and gibbons.
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Leuser Mountain |
Gunung Leuser
Leuser Mountain is a mountain that reaches 3404 meters altitude above the sea level in the national park. If you have the stamina, you might be able to climb up to the top with a journey time of 14 days. Leuser started trekking to the summit of the village Angusan, west Blangkejeren.
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Perkison Mountain |
Gunung Perkinson
The mountain is located on the east side of the national park. The trekking up to the high mountain peak is about 2828 meter and it took seven days. On the way to the top to we can see the Raflesia flower at an altitude of 1,200 meters and forest moss.
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Simpali Mountain |
Gunung Simpali
Simplai Mountain has a height of 3270 meters and a trip up to the top takes about one week starting from the village Engkran then down the valley of the River Lawe Mamas. In this area live endangered rhino. River Lawe Mamas is a fast-flowing river, combined with Alas river about 15 miles to the north Kutacane.
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Gurah Recreational Forest |
Hutan Rekreasi Gurah
Gurah Recreational Forest has an attractive location. Besides the beautiful natural scenery, there are also hot springs, lakes, waterfalls, wildlife observation and herbs. Forest managers establish road tours for visitors who like trekking and viewing tower, so they can observe the life of Leuser rainforest. Jungle trekking tour starts from Gurah, down to the hot springs of Alas River.
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Leuser Mountain National Park |
Taman Nasional Gunung Leuser (Aceh SIngkil)
Mount Leuser National Park is one of the largest place protection of flora and fauna in Southeast Asia. There are about 3,500 species of flora in this national park. Rare plants found in the park include the type of rafflesia zippelni. This national park includes swamp forest on the west coast of Aceh to the dense tropical rain forest in the middle of the plains. The world community calls Gunung Leuser National Park as one of the world's lungs. In the national park area of life are four types of the rarest animals in the world of tigers, rhinos, elephants and orangutans. With an altitude of over 1,500 meters above sea level in the region caused forest national park is rich with orchids.
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Geurutee Natural Landscape |
Pemandangan Alam Geurutee (Banda Aceh)
From the height of the mountain slopes Geurutee, we can see a very beautiful natural scenery. Distance of about 40 km from the city of Banda Aceh.
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Panorama of Singgah Mata Mountain |
Panorama Gunung Singgah Mata (Nagan Raya)
Singgah
Mata Mountain is located in the Beutong subdistrict, Nagan Raya
district. The beautiful panorama of this mountain became one of the
attractions for the visitors traveled to this area. With a height of
about 6000 feet, and the air is fresh and cool, make the place always
crowded on holidays
ISLANDS
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Weh Island |
Pulau Weh
Off the north coast of Banda Aceh, there is a beautiful island called Pulau Weh. Sabang town located on Pulau Weh or also commonly referred to Sabang Island. On this island you can enjoy a beachfront location with views of the beautifully decorated palm trees waving. A smooth road has been constructed to allow you to visit the location.
Off the north coast of Banda Aceh, there is a beautiful island called Pulau Weh. Sabang town located on Pulau Weh or also commonly referred to Sabang Island. On this island you can enjoy a beachfront location with views of the beautifully decorated palm trees waving. A smooth road has been constructed to allow you to visit the location.
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Rubiah Island |
Pulau Rubiah
About 100 meters from the Iboih beach there is Rubiah Island which is a small island with a beach covered with dense forest with beautiful sea plant known as the Sea Gardens.
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Simeuleu Island |
Pulau Simeuleu
150 km off the coast of Simeulue Island there Tapaktuan remote island known as the clove and coconut plantations. Moreover there is no longer generated from these islands however Simeulue has a quiet atmosphere with friendly and welcoming people. To get to the island of Simeulue to Meulaboh aboard the aircraft Sinabang or three times a week from Medan via Meulaboh.
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Banyak Island |
Pulau Banyak
Located about 30 miles off the coast of Singkil-Aceh Singkil a collection of islands archipelago consisting of 99 islands large and small and mostly uninhabited. The waves is calm, beautiful island marine park with fascination and variety of ornamental fish. Many tourists who come because they want to try the adventure lifestyle back to nature and enjoy the pristine panorama. The island has white sand and panoramic ocean beauty
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Bangkaru Island |
Pulau Bangkaru
In Bangkaru island you can see the giant turtle that appeared on the beach in January and February or green turtle is always there throughout the year. The turtles are protected by a group of animal lovers. If you are interested to see the tortoises you can contact Turtle Foundation in the village, which provides a package Bangkaru Island trip. Available motor boats that depart from Singkil and Jamin Bay on the west coast of Aceh heading to the island which is the entrance hall, with a travel time of about 4 hours.
Tsunami Island |
Pulau Tsunami
This beautiful island happens due to the Tsunami in 2004. Tsunami Island is located in the village of Keuleuang, Jaya Subdistrict, Aceh Jaya.
LAKE
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Laut Tawar Lake |
Danau Laut Tawar ( Aceh Tengah )
Near City Tankengon, Central Aceh, there is Laut Tawar lakes which have 26 km long and 5 km wide and a depth of 50 meters. The lake is surrounded by hills with very steep slopes and also a Burni Telong volcano with an altitude of 2,500 meters. In the north of the lake there is a mountain with an altitude of 2855 meters Geureundong.
Aneuk Laot Lake |
Danau Aneuk Laot (Danau Anak Laut)
About 2 miles from the town of Sabang, there Aneuk Laot Lake (Children of the Sea) which is the source of fresh water needs of the city. Near the lake there is a hill where it can see the sights of the harbor and the bay of Sabang. Approximately 17 kilometers from Sabang there is volcanoes that sometimes eject the smoke from the crater at the summit.
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Genang Gadong |
Genang Gadong (Aceh Jaya)
Located about 15 km north Takengon. The hot water in this place is touted to cure some skin diseases. To go to this place you can take a labi-labi from Takengon towards Bireun and down at intersections Balik. Location of the hot water is 100 meters from the highway.
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Hot Water Sulfur Simpang Balik Tourism |
Wisata Air Panas Belerang Simpang Balik
Hot sulfur springs at Simpang Behind located about 15 km north Takengon. The hot water in this place is touted to cure some skin diseases. To go to this place you can take a labi-labi from Takengon Bireuen and headed off at Simpang Balik. Location of the hot water is located 100 meters from the highway.
CAVE
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Putri Pukes Cave |
Goa Putri Pukes
This place is interesting because according to local legend, Putri Pukes Cave is about a princess whose breaking parents taboos.The cave is located on the edge of the lake north Segar sea.
Loyang Koro Cave |
Goa Loyang Karo
Loyang Koro is one of the attractions located in the foothills Birahpanyang, about 15 meters from the shoreline to a depth of 20 meters. Located in the village of Toweren, Laut Tawar district, just 7 km from the city of Takengon. Inside the cave there is stalactite and a bat dwelling animals
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Seven Cave |
Goa Tujuh
The cave is very unique and fantastic. It has one main door, but inside it has seven branches to go into it. The location is at Jl B.Aceh - Medan km 100, Laweung district. Muara Tiga, Pidie.
Loyang Datu Merah Mege
Loyang Datu Merah Mege
This scenic spot, not only offers beauty but also a legend that follows. Area attractions also comes with a place to rest and enjoy the rushing water flowing bottom Goa. Located 26 km from Central Aceh district capital.
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Loyang Datu Merah Mege |
Loyang Datu Merah Mege
This scenic spot, not only offers beauty but also a legend that follows. Area attractions also comes with a place to rest and enjoy the rushing water flowing bottom Goa. Located 26 km from Central Aceh district capital.
HISTORICAL & CULTURAL TOURISM
MOSQUE
Baiturrahman Grand Mosque was built during the Sultan Iskandar Muda (1607-1636), and is the center of religious science education in the archipelago. This mosque is a silent witness to the history of Aceh. This mosque is the headquarters of Aceh's defense when the war with the Netherlands (1873-1904). In the case of the war in Aceh in 1873, the mosque was burned by the Dutch army. To commemorate the event, built a small monument in front of the mosque, just below the tree ketapang. Six years later, to dampen the anger of the people of Aceh, the Dutch through the Governor-General Van Lansnerge rebuild the mosque with the laying of the first stone in 1879. The mosque occupies an area of about four hectares of beautiful architecture and unique, having seven domes, four towers and one tower holding.
Meulaboh Mosque
Masjid Agung Meulaboh
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Meulaboh Mosque |
Masjid Agung Meulaboh
The architecture of the Grand Mosque of Meulaboh is very beautiful with the dominant light-colored dome of this mosque. The Great Mosque is a pride of West Aceh district, is situated in Imam Bonjol Street, the center city of Meulaboh. Many local and foreign tourists who visit this beautiful mosque came to worship or just to enjoy the beauty of the architecture of this mosque
Indra Puri Mosque
Masjid Indra Puri
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Indra Puri Mosque |
Masjid Indra Puri
Indra Puri Mosque is located approximately 150 meters from the banks of the River Krueng Aceh, Indrapuri district, Aceh Besar, Aceh province. The distance between the location of the mosque to the city of Banda Aceh, capital of Aceh Province, approximately 25 km to the north. From the city of Banda Aceh can be reached by private vehicle in about 30 minutes.
Baiturrahim Ulee Lheu Mosque
Masjid Baiturrahim Ulee Lheu
Baiturrahim Ulee Lheu Mosque |
Masjid Baiturrahim Ulee Lheu
Besides Baiturrahman Grand Mosque, Mosque Baiturrahim Ulee Lheue is one of the historic mosque in the city of Banda Aceh. Baiturrahim Mosque has become a witness to the historic journey of Aceh since the empire.
Catastrophic Tsunami December 26, 2004 raised the mosque Baiturrahim to the news media at home and abroad when the tsunami hit the water leaving terrible scars exceptional, the entire city was destroyed except the mosque Baiturrahim. History has recorded that Baiturrahim Ulee Lheue Mosque is one mosque in Aceh tsunami survivors from all surrounding buildings were destroyed although no trace.
Catastrophic Tsunami December 26, 2004 raised the mosque Baiturrahim to the news media at home and abroad when the tsunami hit the water leaving terrible scars exceptional, the entire city was destroyed except the mosque Baiturrahim. History has recorded that Baiturrahim Ulee Lheue Mosque is one mosque in Aceh tsunami survivors from all surrounding buildings were destroyed although no trace.
TOMBS
Teuku Umar is a national hero, he was the Cut Nyak Dien husband who is also a national hero of Aceh. Teuku Umar Tombs is located in the village of Meugo Rayeuk, the distance of about 35 km from the city of Meulaboh.
King Linge Tombs
Makam Raja Linge
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King Linge Tombs |
Makam Raja Linge
Burial tomb of King Linge is devoted to the royal family of Linge and his descendants are buried. Linge kingdom is one of the oldest kingdoms located in Linge, about 70 km from the town of Takengon.
Teungku Chik Di Tiro Tombs
Makam Teungku Chik Di Tiro
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Teungke Chik Di Tiro Tombs |
Makam Teungku Chik Di Tiro
Teungku Chik Ditiro is a national hero who came from Aceh. His struggle against the Dutch colonialists called "War Sabil" is located in the village of Lam Mureu Glumpang, Indrapuri district, Aceh Besar.
Laksamana Malahayati Tombs
Makam Laksamana Malahayati
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Laksamana Malahayati Tombs |
Makam Laksamana Malahayati
Hayati Keumala Admiral or known as Admiral Malahayati, is one of a female warrior from the Sultanate of Aceh. In the year 1585-1604, held the position as Chief of the Imperial Guard Commander Barisan Secret Government and the Chief of Protocol of Sultan Alauddin Saidil Mukammil Riayat Shah IV. The tomb is located on the hill, in the village of Lamreh, Aceh Besar district.
Syiah Kuala Tombs
Makam Syiah Kuala
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Syiah Kuala Tombs |
Makam Syiah Kuala
Tengku Syiah Kuala very popular among local people and visitors from Malaysia as one of the great Muslim scholars (teachers), who spent more than 15 years in Mecca to study and dedicate his life to science and society. He has written many books. The place is not far from the estuary of the Aceh (Aceh Kreung). Distance from city center about 3 km.
Syuhada 8 Tombs
Makam Syuhada 8 (Kubu Lapan)
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Syuhada 8 Tombs |
Makam Syuhada 8 (Kubu Lapan)
The tomb is located on the outskirts of Syuhada 8 Jalan Banda Aceh - Medan, precisely in the village of Paya Meuligau, Subdistrict Peureulak, East Aceh District. This tomb is one of martyrs tombs who have died in the war against the Dutch. The Islamic empire Peureulak Monument (Monument Islamic Southeast Asia)
The King Pasai Tombs
Pusat Kerajaan Samudra Pasai (Makam Para Raja Pasai)
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The King Pasai Tombs |
Pusat Kerajaan Samudra Pasai (Makam Para Raja Pasai)
Pasai kingdom is the first and largest Islamic kingdom in Indonesia in the thirteenth century. Here, before the establishment of the kingdom of Samudra Pasai who triumphed in his time, year 1267, here is also the burial place of the kings who ruled it. Located in the village of Kuta Krueng, Kec.Samudra Geudong, about 18 km from the city of Lhokseumawe
The Netherlands Complex Tombs
Kompleks Kuburan Belanda (Peucut Kherkhof)
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Peucut Kherkhof |
Kompleks Kuburan Belanda (Peucut Kherkhof)
This tomb complex known as Peucut Kerkhof (Peutjoet) or Peucut Kherkhof. This military cemetery is one of the largest in the world. Kerkhof name comes from the Dutch word meaning the churchyard or cemetery. While Peucut (Peutjoet: favorite son) comes from the name of a son of Sultan Iskandar Muda were executed and buried in one of the small hill in the tomb complex. Thus merging name of Peucut Kerkhof known as Dutch heritage historical sites in the area of 3.25 hectares. Kerkhoff tomb complex measuring 150 x 200 m is located at Jalan Teuku Umar, Kampung Sukaramai, Blower (right next to the now-red Tsunami Museum), Banda Aceh. Historic site is fairly easy to reach as it is located in front of the Blang Padang field in Banda Aceh. What's tomb is located in the city center in the village of Banda Aceh precisely Blower, Banda Aceh municipality. The pilgrims can go to the location of the gate is visible from the road in front of the Blang Padang. Labi-labi which route is majoring Lhoknga Kerkoff - Pasar Aceh, Ulelheu - Pasar Aceh, Lamteumen - Pasar Aceh, and Lamlagang - Pasar Aceh.
Mass Grave at Ulee Lheu
Kuburan Massal Ulee Lheu
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Mass Grave at Ulee Lheu |
Kuburan Massal Ulee Lheu
Mass Grave Ulee Lheu is located at Jalan Sultan Iskandar Muda, a former General Hospital, which was badly damaged Meuraxa Tsunami hit, home made mass funeral for victims of the Tsunami.
Kandang XII Tombs
Makam Kandang XII
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Kandang XII Tombs |
Makam Kandang XII
lKandang XII Tombs is located in Keuraton Village, District Baiturrahman, which is buried Mughayat Sultan Ali Shah, the Sultan of Aceh 1514-1530 repellent Portuguese from Malacca Strait.
Sultan Iskandar Muda Tombs
Makam Sultan Iskandar Muda
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Sultan Iskandar Muda Tombs |
Makam Sultan Iskandar Muda
Sultan Iskandar Muda Tombsis located in Aceh Museum Complex. Sultan Iskandar Muda Tombs ruled the Kingdom of Aceh Darussalam in 1607-1636, and he justly famous wise, able to bring the Kingdom of Aceh to the old days
MUSEUM
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Cut Nyak Dhien Museum |
Museum Cut Nyak Dhien
The museum is located on the west side of Jalan Banda Aceh Lhoknga. The distance location of the museum to the city of Banda Aceh, is about 6 km. The city of Banda Aceh can be reached by private vehicle in about 10 minutes. When taking public transportation, the labi-labi (public transportation) destination Pasar Aceh-Lhoknga can be taken approximately 20 minutes.
State Museum of Banda Aceh
Museum Negeri Banda Aceh
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State Museum Of Banda Aceh |
Museum Negeri Banda Aceh
This museum is a traditional Acehnese houses that were made in 1914. In this place we can see ancient artifacts, such as bell "Chakra Donya" brought Admiral Ceng Ho at 1414
Tsunami Museum
Museum Tsunami
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Tsunami Museum |
Museum Tsunami
Located on Jalan Sultan Iskandar Muda, Banda Aceh. The museum was established to commemorate the 2004 Tsunami. This place is a center of education which also featured an electronic simulation of earthquake 2004.
TUGU, FORT & MONUMENT
Monumen 0 Km
0 Kilometer is a tourist place most visited by both locals and out of town. Anyone who comes to Sabang, is not legitimate if you have not gone to this place, other than that, the scenery in this area is also very nice and interesting
0 Kilometer is a tourist place most visited by both locals and out of town. Anyone who comes to Sabang, is not legitimate if you have not gone to this place, other than that, the scenery in this area is also very nice and interesting
Tugu Peringatan Penerbang Pertama Aceh Maimun Saleh
The aircraft monument is to commemorate Maimun Saleh as First Pilot of Aceh. Located at Simpang Montasik, Aceh Besar.
The aircraft monument is to commemorate Maimun Saleh as First Pilot of Aceh. Located at Simpang Montasik, Aceh Besar.
Monumen Pesawat RI Pertama
This aircraft was the first aircraft owned by the Republic of Indonesia, and is a gift from the people of Aceh. Located at Blang Padang field in Banda Aceh. Monument DC-01 aircraft named Seulawah (from the name of Mountain Top in Aceh Besar and Pidie) is the first aircraft of the Republic of Indonesia with RI-01 code
This aircraft was the first aircraft owned by the Republic of Indonesia, and is a gift from the people of Aceh. Located at Blang Padang field in Banda Aceh. Monument DC-01 aircraft named Seulawah (from the name of Mountain Top in Aceh Besar and Pidie) is the first aircraft of the Republic of Indonesia with RI-01 code
Benteng Indra Patra
Indra Patra Fortress is located near the beach Ujong Batee, Ladong Village, District Masjid Raya, Aceh Besar district about 19 km from Banda Aceh. Built by Royal Lamuri, the first Hindu kingdom in Aceh (Indra Patra) in the period before the arrival of Islam in Aceh. The fort is large and sturdy constructed, unique architecture, made of limestone concrete. Currently, the only remaining bastion number two, it was the door had been destroyed by a tsunami stronghold
Pinto Khop Banda Aceh
Pinto Khop is a door that connect with the Palace of Sultan Iskandar Muda and Garden Putroe Phang, namely The Princess of Pahang bathing place. This tourist attractions in Banda Aceh was built during the reign of Sultan Iskandar Muda
Pinto Khop is a door that connect with the Palace of Sultan Iskandar Muda and Garden Putroe Phang, namely The Princess of Pahang bathing place. This tourist attractions in Banda Aceh was built during the reign of Sultan Iskandar Muda
Gunongan
Gunongan (small mountain) is located in the center of Banda Aceh, precisely located in the village Sukaramai, Baiturrahman district, the city of Banda Aceh. This location can be reached by motor vehicles or labi-labi through road Teuku Umar. Parks Gunongan sari is one of the relics of the glory of the kingdom of Aceh, after the palace are not saved because the Dutch Storming Aceh. Gunongan building is not too large, hexagonal, shaped like a flower and a three-story main level with a crown pillar that stands upright. Gunongan is a symbol of love and the power of the Sultan Iskandar Muda beautiful beauty queen, Princess Phang (Putroe Phang) derived from Pahang, Malaysia.
Monumen Kapal PLTD Apung
Tourist attractions in Banda Aceh to commemorate the Tsunami in 2004, an electrical generator ship brought by Tsunami. Floating Diesel Power Plant I weighing 2,500 tons. Diesel was originally tethered in Port Ulelee, caused by the tsunami on December 26, 2004, diesel was thrown as far as four miles to settlements, in the village of Punge, Blancut, Banda Aceh.
Tourist attractions in Banda Aceh to commemorate the Tsunami in 2004, an electrical generator ship brought by Tsunami. Floating Diesel Power Plant I weighing 2,500 tons. Diesel was originally tethered in Port Ulelee, caused by the tsunami on December 26, 2004, diesel was thrown as far as four miles to settlements, in the village of Punge, Blancut, Banda Aceh.
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Fishing Boat On The Roof |
Kapal Tsunami
A fishing boat that landed on the houses and managed to save 59 lives by riding on it, the tsunami that hit the village of Lampulo. Because it has historical value, now the boat is used as an important monument to commemorate the enormity of the tsunami.
OTHER
Cut Meutia House |
Rumoh Cut Meutia
Houses heroine of Aceh, Cut Meutia, who fight with Cut Nyak Dien against the Dutch colonialists. Located in the Region Pirak, excl. Pirak Timoe, North Aceh
Ancient Library are very historic, manuscript stored on Islam, history and culture of the 16th century Aceh up to 19 M. Located in the village of Tanoh Abee, Seulimeum, Aceh Besar. Distance of about 42 km from the city of Banda Aceh.
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