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Sumatra

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Seram

Area: 435 000 square kilometers

Highest point:

3800 meters

Population:

101 228 000

The population density:

232.708 people / square kilometers

Sumatra

The Indonesian island of Sumatra in length of 1.8 thousand km and a width of about 435 km is the fifth largest island in the world and third in attendance. There is absolutely no civilization, but a lot of interesting, curious and impressive, which attracts tourists.

Rest of Sumatra - is not only hundreds of miles of ocean and sandy beaches. Tourists are also attracted numerous tours of the island of Sumatra: the ruins of ancient temples (after all, was once housed here the whole Buddhist kingdom - Srivijaya), mosques, palaces, royal tombs, museums, national parks, national parks, pristine mountain lakes. Due to the vast array of attractions on the island for tourists is a difficult choice: to choose and where to go?

It is also very interesting fact is, that through this island is the equator, he shares the island into two equal parts. The city Bukittingi can simultaneously visit two seasons, being once in the northern and southern hemisphere.

The best time to carry out tours on Sumatra is the May-June and September-October. During these months the island is sunny and dry weather.

Rest of Sumatra - a paradise for lovers of exciting adventures that you will not be disappointed and will want to come back here again.

Taman Sari Water Castle

City Bukittingi

Volcano Sinabun

National Parks

National Parks: "Batang Gadis," "Berbak", "Bukit Barisan Selatan", "Bukit Duabelas", "Bukit Tigapuluh," "Gunung Leuser," "Kerinchi Seblat", "Sembilang", "Siberut", "Tesso Nilo", "Way Kambas"

National Park of Gunung Leuser, the area of 7927 square kilometers. In the valley lavanga one of the oldest nature reserves, it has become a real home for many endangered animals. Here you can find elephants, tigers, orangutans, bears, wild bulls, rhinos, tapirs and black gibbons. Altogether there are 105 species of mammals and about 100 species of reptiles and amphibians. Besides animals, there are numerous picturesque landscape: shrubs, shrub savannah, tall: only about one hundred species. In Gunung Leuser this is not the only park on the island. Flora and fauna of the islands represented in the national parks Kerinchi Seblat (central Sumatra), Bukit Barisan Selatan (South Sumatra), and Siberut (West Sumatra). Together with the Bukit Barisan Selatan and  Kerinci Seblat. Gunung Leuser-forming zone of the famous nature reserve of rainforest of Sumatra, in 2004, included in the list of natural monuments of the UNESCO World values.

 National Park Kerinchi-Seblat here is the biggest reserve in Sumatra (an area of approximately 13.7 square kilometers) And covers the entire field of four islands: West Sumatra, Jambi, Sumatra and South Benkulu. Here you can see more than four thousand plant species, including the largest flower in the world - Rafflesia arnoldi and the highest flower of the world -  Titan Arum, Sumatran tigers, elephants and rhinos, Malayan tapir, 370 species of birds, and as hot springs, the most high caldera lake in Southeast Asia -  Gunung Tujuh and the highest peak in Sumatra - Kerinchi (3805 m). National Park Bukit Barisan Selatan, (the area of 3568 square kilometers) Covers three areas: Lampung, Sumatra and South Benkulu. Here you can see rare animals such as Sumatran elephant (approximately 500 animals or 25% of the total number of representatives of this species in the world), the Sumatran striped rabbit, the Sumatran rhinoceros (up to 85 individuals - more than anywhere else in Sumatra), Sumatran tiger (about 40 adults and 10% of the total number of species). Total in the reserve tropical forests of Sumatra noted about 10,000 species of plants (with 17 births - are endemic), more than 200 species of mammals, about 580 species of birds (of which 465 species are endemic and 21 species endemic).

The National Park- Tesso Nilo, area 385.7 square meters. Km, but the park will be expanded three times) is located in Riau. This is the youngest national park in Indonesia (founded 2004), but here are protected by the largest tracts of rainforest in Sumatra and inhabit their animals.

 National Park, Way Kambas, 1300 square kilometers. Protects the marshy forests and lowland rainforests of Lampung, famous for its birds. The island will collect (the Mentawai islands, West Sumatra) divided the eponymous park, which occupies 47% of the island (1905 square kilometers). Its main attractions - the fauna, flora and ... local residents. Mentawai Islands The population is still living by hunting and gathering, showing an example of a unique ancient traditions, and ecosystems of islands, separated from Sumatra by more than 500,000 years ago, is often compared with the Australian.

National Park of Gunung Leuser

Orangutan Gunung Leuser Park

Rafflesia arnoldi

Titan Arum

Entertainment and Attractions

Excursions on the island of Sumatra: the city of Medan - the capital, largest city and commercial center. Among the many attractions sure to visit the Military Museum "Bukit Barisan," Masjid Raya (Great Mosque), Maimon Istana (Palace of the Sultan) and the Chinese Temple.

Lake Toba area of approximately 1300 square meters. miles occurred on the island about a hundred thousand years ago by an earthquake and is considered the largest lake in Southeast Asia. In the middle of the lake is the island of Samosir, consisting of many villages.

In some, there are hotels, and hotels with relatively attractive prices. An alternative to a calm and deserted villages of the island is the resort Parapat, located on the shore of the lake. Expensive and luxurious hotels, restaurants, cuisine and a variety of entertainment in Sumatra - is Parapat. We also recommend to visit the northern part of Lake Tobo, namely, to go into the valley Tonging where there is an incredible sight called Sipisopiso - a 120 meters waterfall. Crystal clear water and pure mountain air ... get out of here just do not want to. Not far away is the tomb of the king and the palace. But on the island of Sumatra attractions do not end there.

Very interesting and picturesque canals Palembang mountain valleys Kerinchi and Danau Ranau, "Killer Volcano" Krakatau in the Sunda Strait, Putri Cave, Crocodile Farm near Medan. Generally, each village on the island is of great interest: you will learn about their culture, way of life, be able to see traditional dances, and people listen to the songs of local folklore. The islanders are very hospitable and welcome guests, so indulge in that pleasure as a living dialogue with local residents. They will tell you a fascinating story, which you do not learn anywhere else.

Masjid Raya (Great Mosque)

Maimon Istana (Palace of the Sultan)

The Thean Hou Temple in Kuala Lumpur

Lake Toba

Samosir Island

Falls Sipisopiso

The volcano Krakatoa

Putri cave

Hotels

Pusako Hotel Bukittinggi 4*

Address: Jl. Soekarno-Hatta No. 7, Bukittinggi, Sumatra Barat, Indonesia

Location: Bukittingi

Rooms: 165

Price from $ 59

Located in landscaped gardens on a hillside overlooking the mountains of Merapi and Singalan. Located near the entertainment and attractions. And also just 2 km from Clock Tower Tszyam Gadahn. In addition, the hotel is located just 90 minutes from the airport, Padan, a 50-minute flight on a plane from Medan, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur and 90 minutes from Jakarta

2 km from the city center

60 km to the nearest airport (international airport Minangkabau)

10 minutes walk to the nearest bus stop

This resort complies with superior tourist class, and offers customers a wide range of facilities including an outdoor swimming pool, tennis court, jogging trail, playground, billiard room, a pub, giant chess, mini-basketball and a fitness center.

The low building of the spa type. The interior of the hotel's contemporary art in harmony with the tradition of the Minangkabau, used in finishing wood carvings, wall and ceiling decorated with mosaics.

In all rooms:

Balcony

Air conditioning

Radio

In-room safe

Satellite television

Telephone with international connection

Dryer

Refrigerator

Facilities:

Baggage room

Room service

Lobby

Parking

Dry cleaning / laundry

Business amenities

Audio and Visual Equipment

Phone / Fax

Places to stay:

Basketball

Treadmill (trainer)

Billiards

Playground

Tennis

Fitness center

Ambacang Hotel 4*

Address: Jl. Bundo Kandung No. 14-16, Padang 25119, Indonesia

Tel.: +62 751 39888

Fax: +62 751 39966

Web: www.theambacanghotel.com

Location: Padang

Rooms: 99

Price from $ 45

Ambacang Hotel - a combination of comfort and high standards of accommodation in Isle of Sumatra. This hotel in the city of Sumatra Island, offers 99 rooms (s) with an impressive 4-star atmosphere. Some of the proposed services to the guests - a mini-bar and hair dryer. Minangkabau International Airport - via which often fly tourists to the area located near Padang, where you'll find wonderful accommodation.

In each room:

Satellite / Cable TV

Radio

Trouser Press

Dryer

Direct phone

Connector for connecting laptops

Mini-bar

Air conditioning

Facilities:

Elevator, boutique, travel agency services

Laundry

Parking for buses

Porterage

Shop

Business center

Parking

Outdoor swimming pool

Car rental

Swiss Belhotel Batam 4*

Address: Jl. Prambanan No.1 Jodoh Batam, Indonesia

Location: Batam

Rooms: 68

Price from $ 39

The hotel has 68 tastefully decorated rooms with one bedroom, two and three bedroom apartments. The apartment has a living room, dining room and kitchen or kitchenette (in studios). These rooms are perfect for families, for short or long term stays in connection with work or recreation, as well as for a nice weekend. All the rooms have international cable channels, air conditioning in every room, direct telephone line. Available round the clock room service.; In Cafe serves local and international dishes "a la carte." The room is decorated in a combination of modernist and ethnic design elements.; Modern high-rise building.; The lobby is small decorated with modernist and ethnic design elements. 4-star modern hotel is first class. Premises for events equipped with modern audio / video equipment and can accommodate up to 30 people. The hotel is suitable for both business travelers and for those who wants to relax. Hotel located near the main commercial and business district of the island of Batam, about an hour away from Singapore and 20 minutes from the airport Hang Nadim.

In all rooms:

Cable / Satellite TV

Air conditioning

Room service

Mini-bar

In-room safe

Telephone with international connection

Facilities:

Hour Reception

Room Service

Parking

Dry cleaning /  laundry

Banquets

Swimming pool

Panorama Regency Hotel 4*

Address: Komplek Panorama Nagoya, Batam, Indonesia

Phone: 62-778-452888

Location: Batam

Rooms: 185

Panorama Regency Hotel is located in the center of Nagoya, close to the shopping center and 5 minutes from the nearest ferry stop. Rooms at the Panorama Regency are spacious and equipped with air conditioning, cable TV and private bathrooms. Many rooms also feature luxurious amenities, including a fruit basket and evening cocktails. Guests at the Panorama Regency - 5 restaurants, a cafe and bar, banquet and meeting rooms, outdoor pool, non smoking rooms, elevator, room service.

Located in the center of Nagoya, 28 km from the airport.

Distance from the airport Close (20-40km)

In all rooms:

Cable / Satellite TV

Air conditioning

Coffee / Tea Maker

In-room safe

Phone

Refrigerator

Facilities:

 Airport transfer (price recommended by the hotel)  

Business amenities

Audio and Visual Equipment

Meeting Room

Children's Pool

Outdoor Swimming Pool

Sauna

Athletic Hall