For they who like nature tourism,
Indonesia could become an attractive tourist destination. You can easily find a
variety of fascinating natural attractions that extends from the west end to
the east end of Indonesia. Of the landscape, the Gorontalo is a place that
holds its own beauty. Gorontalo province located in the central part of
Indonesia, in the region of South Sulawesi.
From north to south of Gorontalo is
a mountainous region. Mountains that stretch around is what makes Gorontalo amazing.
This is because the mountains and forests in Gorontalo became home to a variety
of unique flora and fauna endemic. Forests in Gorontalo overgrown by
interesting flora such as ebony, lingua, Nantu, meranti, and rattan. Moreover,
Gorontalo became a place for a variety of rare animals. A few of them such as
Anoa, Tersius, Maleo and hog deer.
Maleo is one of the interesting
animals of the region. This bird species have eggs that are bigger in size than
his own body. Imagine how funny? Tarsier is equally interesting. It is the
smallest primates in the world, with a length of only about 10 cm.
Are you getting interested to pay a
visit to Gorontalo? Here are some recommendations in Gorontalo popular tourist
spot that can surely captivate your sight.
Tomini lake
Tomini located in the southern part
of the sea of Gorontalo. Here, scattered small islands uninhabited with very
beautiful white sand. Gulf crossed the equator was also a place for a variety
of marine animals that can satisfy the eyes of the diver.
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Swimming Pool Potanga
If you want to relax by jumping
into the pool, it would not disappointed if you try to Swimming Pool Potanga.
The pool is located about 4 km from the center of Gorontalo city. What is
special about this pool is that the water is cold and fresh. This is because
the pool water is derived from natural mountain springs.
Otanaha Fortress
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The fort is located in the region
of Dembe, City West, or about 8 km from the center of Gorontalo city. Because
it is located on top of the plateau, you can all enjoy the beautiful view of
Lake Limboto of this fort. The fort can be complementary Otanaha interesting
tour for history buffs. This is the fort of the kings of Gorontalo that was
used as a place of refuge and defense. The uniqueness of this fort lies in the
materials used to build it, which consists of a mixture of sand, plaster and
white eggs of birds maleo.
If you go there, you are also
presented with the fort and palace Otahiya Ulupahu, which is located in the
same area as Fort Otanaha. To get there, you are challenged to be able to pass
the 345 stairs.
White Sand Leato
One more tour decorated white sand
beaches are white sand Leato. This beach is located as far as 12 miles from the
center of Gorontalo city. As the name suggests, this beach has beautiful soft
white sand. Plus, underwater life at White Sands Area Leato also very
interesting. Beautiful coral reefs swarming add beautiful shades. Moreover,
there is a unique fishing boats that can be the main attraction.
Marine Park Olele
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Close to the center of Gorontalo
city, there is a beautiful park that became a paradise for divers. The distance
is only 45 minutes from downtown. This is the Marine Park Olele. This park has
a wealth of abundant marine resources. If you want to find other dive sites,
you also can visit the beach Lahilote that no less beautiful.
Lake Limboto
10 km from Gorontalo city center
there is a village called village Iluta. The village has a beautiful lake known
as Lake Limboto. In this lake tucked various unique species of freshwater fish
that can only be found in this lake. If you want to enjoy more beautiful
scenery, there is also a Noble tower height of 60 meters. You can explore the
beautiful scenery of Lake Limboto through telescopes available at the top of
this tower. In fact, you can also enjoy menus at the restaurant in the tower
that also sells souvenirs.
Natural Thermal Baths Lombongo
Far from the city center, which is
about 20 miles, there is a natural hot spring Lombongo, in the village
Lombongo, Suwawa. Natural hot springs in this bath contains sulfur which can
cure skin diseases. In addition to the baths, there is also available a
playground and performing arts stage.
Beach (Pantai) Indah Boalemo
Beautiful beach of white sand
Boalemo has beauty combined with calm clear water. This soft water can make you
more freely for swimming, boating or swim while enjoying the scenery along the
coast is filled with pine trees. If you want to stay longer in this area, you
do not have to worry about lodging. Pantai Indah Boalemo surrounded by luxury
resorts are ready to pamper you.
Beach Bolihutuo
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Besides Pantai Indah Boalemo, there
were no less Bolihutuo beach beautiful. Bolihutuo beach also has white sand scattered
along the beach. Coolness in this beach is very pronounced because most beach
Bolihutuo giant pine trees. Some of the comfortable cottages are also available
for those who want to live there for a moment.
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