PURBALINGGA TOURISM AMAZING First Edition - 2015 PROTECTIVE Acting Bupati Purbalingga ADMINISTRATOR District Secretary Purbalingga and Administration Assistant Secretary The Purbalingga PERSON IN CHARGE Purnomo Rusmo AUTHOR Sapto Suhardiyo EDITOR Budy Santosa TRANSLATOR Nur Hanifah Lahati INTERVIEWEES Dinbudparpora, Prayitno, Tom’s, Pokdarwis PHOTOGRAPHER Hardiyanto , Sukiman , Heri H FINANCIAL Dwi Hindaretuti , Silas Biological Natalisa COVER DESIGN & LAYOUT Mahendra Yudhi Krisnha CIRCULATION Suprijatno , Siswanto , Rawin PUBLISHER Public Relations Section Setda The Purbalingga Kantor Bupati Purbalingga Building A , 1st Floor 1B Purbalingga Onje road No. 53 311 Tel . + 62281-891012 - 891059-8914630 ext 128 Email : humas.purbalingga@gmail.com Website : www.purbalingganews.net
BUPATI PURBALINGGA SPEECH OF REGENTS Tourism proved to have raised people's lives, because this sector is able to drive the wheels of the economy. Development of tourism potential also have a direct impact to the welfare of society, at the same time be able to encourage the growth and development of the region. However, be aware that tourism development efforts undertaken by the government desperately needs the full support and active participation of the public as well as private. Support public and private sectors in order to become an important capital Purbalingga tourism in order to grow and thrive. Therefore, in an effort to build public and private participation, the government is continuously working to raise public awareness about tourism. The hope is the realization Purbalingga it as a leading tourist destination in Indonesia and even the world. Hopefully Books Enchantment Tours are compiled and published Purbalingga regency government can trigger the tourists visiting Purbalingga. Salam Sapa in Purbalingga officer! Acting Bupati Purbalingga
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Acting Bupati Purbalingga Drs. BUDI WIBOWO, MSi
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Watu Kambang, a Cultural Heritage Tourism of Kaligondang
Museum Janatin Educational Travel Forum
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contents Valley Asri Agrotourism in Serang Village
Lorong Kereta Caving (for a Challenger Only)
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Purbalingga Cultural Parade, From Local to Global Event List of hotels in Purbalingga
Klawing Rafting Adventure
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Enjoy a Spectacular Sunrise at Igir Wringin Peak
Sundries Religious Tourism in Purbalingga
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Festival Mount Slamet
Waterfalls of Tanalum, an International Class Adventurous Tourism Page
Enjoy Fun Adventures of Cruising Tungtung Gunung River
Karangmoncol, a Hampala Wild Fishing Destinations iii
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Chasing Sunrise Lawet Village Tourism Panusupan
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a Complete Family Entertainment Destination
Sirau, a Heaven Above The Clouds
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Hunting Sunrise In Njelir Hill
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Hunting Sunrise In Njelir Hill
Do you wish having a challenging tour? You may try trekking Njelir Hill which is located on the border between Purbalingga and Pemalang. Cool air and beautiful scenery will make you forget the tired body. The trip is safe and comfortable as it guided by experienced guides
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t isn't difficult to achieve Siwarak Tourism Village, about 27 km the north of downtown Purbalingga. Go straight from downtown Purbalingga to Bobotsari subdistrict, and continue the journey via Purbalingga - Pemalang highway. At the T-junction of Karangreja Subdistrict there is a welcome board of Goa Lawa tourism object. Turn left and follow the directions, after approximately 3 km passing ascending road you'll smoothly arrive at the Siwarak Tourism Village. There is about 45 minutes or an hour trekking from Siwarak to the
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Njelir Hill where the start point is Goa Lawa complex. It takes route Watu Gede - Sena - Bukit Kelir - Persil. If a trip begins during the day, the tourists had to stay in the hills. The trees covered with green moss, exotic settlements and a large area of coarse grass are a small part of immeasurably God's grace blessed to this beautiful country. After walking a few moments, you'll arrive at Post II. This post is a large area carpetted with moss and coarse grass. This is a perfect location to take some rest and have a cup of coffee. You may also pitch your tent for camping and enjoy the evening while waiting for the morning there. At the dawn, the journey shuld be continued if you pursue a perfect sunrise view. All tiredness seemed to dissapear when fresh air and cool breeze blend with a glimmer of sunrise. It's beauty is similar to that of Mount Bromo in Probolinggo or Sikunir Dieng Banjarnegara.
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If you are interested to enjoy the beauty of Njelir Hill, you no need to bother. This adventure tour packages are managed by the Tourism Awaring Group (Pokdarwis) 'Lawa Mandiri' Siwarak Village, Karangreja Subdistrict, Purbalingga. It has an offical office in the parking area of Goa Lawa tourism object. The tour package is sold for Rp 180.000,-/each person, with the minimum number of participants is five people. You get some facilities such as porter, tent (doom), a mattress, meals, documentation, and first aid. Furthermore, the price is negotiable; called as blank package. It can be dealed and adjusted to the situations or the type of the tourists. For visitors who need to stay for few days, several inn and homestay are provided. Instead of Njelir Hill trekking package, Pokdarwis Lawa Mandiri also sells a number of tour packages. The Hiking Package is sold at 50.000,-/each person, with the number of participants is ten people. Many facilities are offered such as a professional guides, mineral water, meals, and soft copy documentation. The route taken is Mount Kelir, Njelir peak, Persil, Pengantin Waterfall and Silintang Waterfall. Other package is Leng Asyik Caving Package which traces Lorong Kencana Cave and sold at Rp. 130.000,/each person. It requires five people as a minimum participant numbers. Facilities provided are professional guides, free entrance tickets of Goa Lawa cave, welcome drink, Javanesse traditional meals, a safety helmet and flashlight, a soft copy documentation and first aid. In addition to those tour packages, tourists can also enjoy varieties of traditional culinary, pineapple field trip, “kuda lumping� show, tek-tek music performance, and camping ground. For mountain bikers, they may try the downhill circuit too. (Sap'S)
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Valley Asri Agrotourism in Serang Village
Valley Asri Agrotourism in Serang, Karangreja subdistrict, is a plateau of Slamet mountain at about 65 - 1300 m above sea level. The most favourite program of this agrotourism is picking strawberries in strawberry field. In addition, there are various outbound games such as horse riding, ATV riding, kids farmering, tracking, camping ground, paint ball game and another interesting games. The average number of weekly visitors is about 1,000 people.
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his agrotourism is about 25 kilometers from Purbalingga. We recommend you to choose shorter way through the Serayu Tjunction before Bobotsari. Just turn left and go straight to Karangreja. Discover verdant trees as rugs throughout the journey! You don't need to turn your air conditioner on since the natural air is very cool indeed. Arriving at the location, the visitors will directly view broad neat reddish strawberry field. You don't need to spend much money, only pay Rp 15.000,- and you can eat as much as you want here. However, you should pay Rp. 25.000,- to take the strawberries home for each kilogram. Horse riding costs Rp. 12.000,- while ATV riding costs Rp 12.000,- .
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Serang Tourism Village also provides an agricultural tour package for children called "Agro Kid's". Intended for toddler to secondary school level, this package invites the participants to have a series of agricultural activities. For visitors who want to get closer to nature, Serang Tourism Village also provides natural trekking which offers amazing sceneries such as wide strawberry and vegetable field, rivers, and pine forests around Serang Village. Another activities you may try is Rapelling. This activities testing your courage to descend 30-meters-high cliff down. Visitors do not have to worry about the safety of this tour package since they will be guided by experts. If you
want to enjoy the beauty of Serang Agrotourism Village more than a day, local citizens provide homestay with 10 rooms or 40 rooms capacity. Or you may book a villa if the participants more than 40 people. It's interesting that Serang have a gift center providing various local meals such as gethuk stobery, strobery pudding, strawberry leaves crispy chips, strawberry syrup, and winbery (fermented beverages of strobery). Or, you can buy any local agricultural crops, such as cabbage, chillies, onions, and tomatoes. In Ashura month (according to Javanesse calendar), you may visit Serang to enjoy an annual event e.g. Festival of Mount Slamet (Festival Gunung Slamet) and join a greatly overflow numbers of visitors. (Sap's)
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Chasing Sunrise Lawet Village Tourism Panusupan
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hat's on your mind when you hear words 'sunrise and sunset'? You may directly refer them with these words: beach or sea. However, from now on you should start thinking another words; Panusupan Tourism Village, which is located in Rembang subdistrict. Lies on Ardi Lawet hilltops, Panusupan is a perfect spot for having a spectacular sunset and sunrise at an altitude. While enjoying sunrise (Busur) and sunset (Buset), the travelers are challenged for capturing the excellent moments. Make sure your fingers ready to touch on cameras for the best shot, and get beautiful pictures. Feel the sensation of like living in heaven above the clouds. While capturing sunset or sunrise on the beach has become a popular activity, hunting sunrise here would be an awesome one. Instead of its beautiful sunset or sunrise, Panusupan Village is also rich in potential tourisms such as industrial & educational tourism, where visitors visitting and getting involved in a palm sugar, gemstone/agate, and souvenir manufactures or tracing for ancient artifacts. You may also try other outdoor activities such as camping and having outbond in Wanatirta camping ground and Pesantren Waterfall. Other cultural tourisms are also available such as playing karawitan and khothekan lesung and watching Dayakan and Lengger Unil/Lengger Lanang dances. Dayakan is a unique local dance which resembles to Topeng Ireng Dance performed in the villages of Mount Merapi - Merbabu slopes. In Purbalingga, Dayakan dance is presented by children who apply more natural accessories rather than those of Topeng Ireng. Their faces were painted with charcoal which remind us of forest-dwellers. The dancers are dressed up with leaves, grasses and yellow janur (a young coconut leaf). Simple music instruments like kenthongan, gong, and
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buckets completed the show. Two kinds of grasses used in the show, Kapulata and Jakaprias grass. Kapulata grass implies a hope may villagers lives orderly and harmoniously. Then Japakrias grass sends a message may the shows could prevent bad lucks and diseases. Yellow Janur also has a significant meaning. Janur is derived from from Javanesse words “Sejatine ning Nur” which means reaching for God's divine light, while yellow color itself symbolizes “Sabda Dadi” which means something pours out of a pure heart/soul. So, yellow janur here symbolizes a hope to reach the divine light generated from a pure heart /soul. Yellow janur emphasizes a high and noble ideal to reach the light of God with a pure heart.
It's very easy to to reach Panusupan either by private or public transportations.There are two optional routes to get there ; via Bobotsari and via Kaligondang. If you choose the first route, just go straight to north from downtown Purbalingga on Purbalingga – Bobotsari highway. From Bobotsari move ahead east to Rembang. Or you may reach Rembang via Kaligondang-Rembang-Bobotsari highway. It is about 25 km away of downtown Purbalingga and has twisting and winding roads. (Sap'S)
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If you think you are a real challenger, you must try this activity : caving in Lorong Kereta Cave. This activity is quite challenging and arouse your adrenaline flows since it gives a different sensation compared to other caves in the world.
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ocated in the same area of Goa Lawa Tourism Object, this-300meters-length natural cave has some disconnected hallways. The name “Lorong Kencana� illustrates how the cave resembles a railway carriage with various unique rock types. These hallways ranging in various types; narrow, super narrow and wide corridor, watery, and muddy terrain. You have to be very carefully enter the Lorong Kereta Cave since it has a narrow entrance, you have to squat and crawl down aisle-by-aisle. Inside, you'll discover unique rocks like statues and other odd shapes, they
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they have to wear safety standard equipments. It isn't difficult to reach Lorong Kereta Cave. Point your vehicle to the north about 27 km of downtown Purbalingga, through Purbalingga Pemalang highway. Exactly at the T-junction of Karangreja subdistrict, there is a welcome board of Goa Lawa Tourism Object. Turn left and follow the directions, after approximately 3 km passing ascending road you'll smoothly arrive at Goa Lawa Tourism Object. After doing many activities in Goa Lawa, visitors who want to stay for few days may book several inns and homestays provided by local citizens nearby; in Siwarak tourism village. Instead of caving, they may try another outdoor activities such as hills trekking or hiking, having pineapple field trip or downhill mountain biking for those who prefer challenging adventures. Or you can combine those activities with Njelir Hill Tour Packages as been discussed in previous page. (Sap'S)
different each other. However, you won't find any stalagmites or stalactites in this cave, as Lorong Kereta Cave is not a limestone cave as those in Gunung Kidul, Yogyakarta Another interesting sites in Lorong Kereta Cave is a unique plant that grows on rocks and dead insects. At glance this plant is similar to Udumbara Budha flower which blooms once in every 3,000 years. Could it be the real Buddhist Udambara flower? Various references state that the legendary Buddhist Udambara flowers can grow in numerous media, such as leaves, stone, glass, steel, board, iron, copper etc. Budha Udumbara flower of Lorong Kereta Cave has tiny petals and silky thread stalk. Whoever saw these flowers will definitely be surprised and adore it. The numbers of the visitors are restricted to fifteen people in order to preserve the natural ecosystem of the cave. To optimize the security,
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Tubing Limbasari:
Enjoy Fun Adventures of Cruising Tungtung Gunung River
Do you wish feeling any sensations of adrenaline rush and enjoying crystal clear river streams at the same time? Just floating down on tube the Tungtung Gunung river in Limbasari Village, Bobotsari Subdistrict, Purbalingga. Popularly known as tubing, this activity could be an alternative choice of enjoying tourism in Purbalingga.
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he beautiful and natural hilly sceneries of mountain Plana collaborates perfectly with the cool air. Limbasari is relatively a remote area as far as approximately 17 kilometers the north of Purbalingga city. This village can be reached only by small vehicles. Indeed there is no signboard directing this place. Somehow, if you've arrived at the Bobotsari Subdistrict, mostly people can direct you there. Limbasari Tubing floats down the Tungtung Gunung River which empties into Klawing River, therefore the water is fresh, clear and free from pollution. In addition, the current is quite challenging. Another bonus, we can also enjoy the beauty of Patrawisa Waterfall. Tubing Limbasari is managed by Tourism Awaring Group (Pokdarwis) 'Patra Wisa'. It was initiated by the Community of BCU/Base Camp Utara (the North Base Camp). This community launched various activities which took place in Tungtung Gunung River, including tubing and water sliding. When mostly water sliding performed in an artificial location, Limbasari offers you to slide into nature, the beautiful
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of different pattern have been derived here; some well-known patterns are Wahyu Tumurun, SBY, Salah Layur, and Rujak Senthe. Another classical patterns like Udan Liris or Kawung are also available. Furthermore, a special batik pattern illustrating the beauty of Patrawisa Waterfall in Limbasari has been made; a picture of 2 mountains, Pelana and Tukung, completed with Wlingi River. Meanwhile, Wahyu Tumurun batik pattern describe garuda (eagle), a cage and keris (Javanese traditional weapon). SBY batik pattern is inspired by shirt oftenly worn by the Indonesian former President (Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono/SBY), it forming two lines meet the letter V which symbolizes victory. So, if you want to enjoy a challenging tubing, practice your English in a fun way, and buy a classic batik souvenirs in one stop place, please come to Limbasari! (Sap, S) Tungtung Gunung River. To enjoy this tour package, the visitors should pay about Rp. 50.000,- for each person. You will get many facilities such as safety equipments (standard helmets and life jackets), professional guides, welcome drink, meals, and shuttle transportation services. You are guaranteed to bel satisfied and happy after finishing the adventure. Besides tubing, Limbasari is also famous as an English Village, where local citizens are able to communicate in and actively learn English. As an introduction, they play a simple card game that contains English words for daily conversation. By playing these cards, each participant is required to memorize correctly at least 10 vocabularies every day. In addition to the card game, they also play 'word balls' which is conducted in outdoor. A guide will throw a ball randomly to the participants who must pronounce every word written on the ball and then translate it into Bahasa Indonesia, as well as using the word to make a simple sentence. Visitors can immediately practice their ability in English, to children or elderly people there. Or they may take a short course program available in a day, a week or 3 weeks. Just by purchasing a card and mp3 recordings, it is very cheap to join the short course. Limbasari is also famous as the center of classic batik tulis artists, where women create batik generations by generations. Varieties
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Klawing is the second biggest river besides Serayu. Not only having abundant natural resources e.g. gemstone, but this river is also a potential and attractive spot for rafting lovers.
KLAWING RAFTING ADVENTURE
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lawing Rafting Adventure tour package starts from Majapura, Bobotsari subdistrict and ends at Onje Base Camp Sector in Onje, Mrebet subdistrict. Approximately 7 kilometers length, Klawing Rafting Adventure takes time about 1.5 to 2 hours. According to International Scale of River Difficulty, Klawing river rated at class II and III. Those classes belong to medium class, so it is safe enough for all members of the family. Although not offering high tensions that flows up adrenalin, this rafting tour package has a number of extraordinary values; an exotic natural scenery of Mount Slamet, several canyon (a cliff at the edge of the river), riverbank andesite, and the most important (yeah of course!) is it's fresh and clear water. This tour package price ranges from Rp 150.000,- to Rp 170.000,- per person. After doing rafting, to warm the body up, participants are served traditional meals such as mendoan (half frying-layered with flour-tempe), cassava cimplung (cassava cooked together with palm sugar), dawegan (young & fresh coconut) and
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life jacket in order to be more safety if they fall into water. Each boat has its own professional guides which are not only able to control the boat, but also responsible for the security of tourists and himself. Klawing Rafting Adventure, in essence, consider security and fun as the most important aspects while having adventure in unique wild nature given by God. Therefore, Klawing Rafting Adventure has a motto : safe, wet and fun. If you are interested to have fun with Klawing Rafting Adventure, just contact Owabong Management at +62 281-6596967. (Sap'S)
ginger coffee at the finish point. Undoubted that the package's price is certainly not expensive enough since the visitor will get heavenly lunch and take wonderful memories home. Here,security is the first priority. There is a short briefing, about 5 minutes, before rafting and all the participants should wear helmets and
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Here,security is the first priority. There is a short briefing, about 5 minutes, before rafting and all the participants should wear helmets and life jacket in order to be more safety if they fall into water.
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Karangmoncol, a Hampala Wild Fishing Destinations
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ishing was once identical to a fisherman who in Indonesia is classified as grassroots. But it will be different when fishing is considered as a part of culture. Fishing is no longer activity of catching or trawling fishes for consumption, it is now a part of recreational fun. All mancing mania should visit these fishing spots : Karang, Gintung and Tambra rivers in Karangmoncol subdistrict. Karang and Gintung flow through the villages Grantung, Rajawana, Pekiringan, and Pepedan, while Tambra flows through the villages Sirau, Kramat, Baleraksa and Karangsari. In holiday season, these fishing spots are full, from morning till evening, even people are also fishing from night till morning. The anglers come from various regions around Karangmoncol. While fishing we can enjoy the beautiful scenery around the fishing spots. Many benefits would be gained ; relaxation, recreation and value of life is added since social interaction will be more intimate and familiar. Wild fishing is more challenging and more fun, since it offers higher tension than pond fishing. Personal knowledge and proficiency are devoted i.e. well knowledge on fish bait, targets, and fishing tools as well as the fully maintained mental preparation. Patience, strength, and physical fitness are necessary in wild fishing because the on wild activity relies on assumptions and estimations, and of course, it practices lots of patience. If you are lucky, you'll get local river fishes such as, Hampala, cork/bogo, catfish, baceman/baung, pelus, tambra, brek, uceng, mujaer, nilem (paitan), tawes, sili, benteur. Hampala has a higher price compared to other fishes as it is sold Rp 50,000 for baby size and Rp 250,000, - for the large size. It is very easy to reach those rivers in Karangmoncol by car or public transportations. You have to pick up public transportations 2 times. In bus station Purbalingga, choose any bus that served Purbalingga – Bobotsari route and get off in Terminal Bobotsari. Move ahead to Karangmoncol by choosing any public transportations such as minibus/angkot and tell the conductor that you'll get off near River Karang. So, if you really wish a daring fishing, please come to Karangmoncol. (Sap'S)
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Watu Kambang, a Cultural Heritage Tourism of Kaligondang
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Watu Kambang, a rock about 50 meters diameter and 5 to 9 meters height, attracts travellers because of its magnitude differs from other stones. This huge stone is found in the village Selakambang, Kaligondang subdistrict. Located in the midst of the river, the stone seems floating when when the river floods. Therefore, the local people called it Watu Kambang (the Floating Stone). Eventhough has not been managed well, Watu Kambang has become an attractive destination for teenagers and children to mingle. The existence of Watu Kambang itself may then inspires the name of the village nearby, Sela Kambang. By the Department of Culture Tourism Youth and Sports of Purbalingga (Dinbudparpora), this stone is classified as an ancient cultural heritage. Watu Kambang allegedly has a high historical value, as it resemble to the stones to build a temple and belongs to hard rocks. At first, Watu Kambang was visited by teenagers as a refreshing area. In 2009, it frequently used for camping by the scouts on Kaligondang subdistrict. The place then was becoming popular as a campsite of the local schoolchild. Located at riverbank of Lebak River, yet the area is safe from floods and hurricanes. It isn't difficult to reach Watu Kambang area, only takes about 20 minutes by car from Purbalingga city. At the intersection of Selakambang, go east towards the village Beji. At the second T-junction in Beji village, we must continue the journey on foot. After passing through twisting roads and many houses you'll reach the end of the road, descend the path and you'll reach Watu Kambang. (Sap'S)
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sman Janatin bin H Moch Ali was born on March 18, 1943 in Tawangsari, Jatisaba Village, Purbalingga. The name Usman Janatin itself is already familiar to the Indonesian public, because of his heroic infiltration of Dwikora operation. Due to his death accomplishing the nation's task, the Soeharto government awarded him a hero title together with Harun. Both are buried at the Heroes Cemetery (Taman Makam Pahlawan/TMP) in Kalibata, Jakarta. In December 2014, the Navy perpetuated the name of Usman and Harun for an Indonesian warship under the name KRI Harun Usman 359. On the other hand, a city park in Purbalingga immortalizing his name to commemorate his patriotism spirit defending the nation and the state. Meanwhile, in Jatisaba Village whereas his birthplace, Usman Janatin Museum was built. The museum was founded on the former home of KKO Sergeant Usman Janatin, and it was opened officially on March 7, 2015 by the Regional Secretary of Purbalingga at that time, Imam Subijakto, together with the Commander of Lanud Wirasaba, Lieutenant Colonel (Pilot) Andreas Dhewo. Usman Janatin Museum may inspire younger generation of Purbalingga especially students to learn the national history i.e. historical facts of Usman Janatin's heroic action for nation. The museum exhibits photographs and various of Janatin's relics including some awards, letters, military uniforms and his transistor radio. It also displays varieties of military rank attributes and books about military. (Sap'S)
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Edge Klawing River Tourism
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Kupat ashes catchment add taste stronger, so bitten on the tongue feels peculiar. With only pay Rp 5,000 each person, visitors will enjoy a trip by boat for 15 minutes. Travelers will transit in papaya plantation to harvest papaya California alone. Papaya ripe, can be enjoyed while relaxing in the garden, and if you want to bring home enough to pocket Rp 2,500 for one kilogram. Along the way, guides will explain the history and stories of the places traversed. 2 so that visitors get the experience of enjoying the river edge also increase knowledge about the origin of place that is passed. As well as the developing story of mouth about the place. In addition to the above there taourism package also packs a visit to Congot which is a meeting between the River Klawing and Serayu. Then agro tourism papaya, bicycle around the village with the old bike, package art and culture such as learning musical, watch dance ebeg , Linga Yoni visits to the site, and to where history Wlandang Japlak. Because still natural and necessary further development of this tourist river edge, yet has a home stay. However, do not worry as 10 km from the place or exactly fourth hour drive there are decent lodging to stay, namely in Purbalingga. To achieve it is not very easy to pass Sokaraja (Banyumas) or through Purbalingga-Kemangkon-Sokaraja. And for those who like fishing can enjoy the river edge while fishing. Let anyone come! (Sap'S)
f the Limbasari there Tubing, in Onje there Rafting, then in the village Kedungbenda, District Kemangkon nameless river edge tour. This tour is very interesting and become the new alalternatif for travelers. Boating while enjoying the beautiful panorama of the surrounding. In this tour visitors will also be invited to a fishing village, papaya orchard, and enjoy the culinary fish senggaringan with its typical Kupat Landan. Senggaringan fish catfish but has tentacle three and usually live in the river, when fried savory and delicious taste. Senggaringan fish is local fish Klawing River. As for Kupat is rice wrapped, Kupat Landan as usual but cooked with water mixed with rice straw ash and Blungkang (palm leaf midrib).
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USMAN JANATIN
City Park
a Complete Family Entertainment Destination In addition to Usman JanatinMuseum, as a public's recognition ofUsman Janatin's heroic services, Purbalingga also built a public park in 2009known as Usman Janatin City Park (UJCP).Transforming from a city market into a city park, UJCP is located in the downtown section of Purbalingga on Jalan Ahmad Yani. The park presents various entertainingvenues segmented for family, especially children.
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t answers the complaints of Purbalinggacitizens who should go further to a large shopping center in Purwokerto to visit a game center. Now, just simply come to Usman Janatin City Park and have fun at cheaper tickets. UJCP houses many venues and game centers e.g. worm
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designed can be enjoyed by all family members and a culinary center titled 'Angkringan Usman'. While the children are satisfied playingvarious games, parents may enjoy the tasty culinary. Essentially satisfied! As an information, to drive a mini train, each passenger should payRp 10.000, - for three rounds. On the other hand, balloonparks and worm coaster tickets are sold Rp 5.000,- . So it is affordable enough, isn't it? (Sap'S) coaster, balloon castles, a skate park for skateboard lovers, a BMX venue,unique three-wheeled bicycles, a mini train, a samba balloon, a simulator games machine and many other games. The management also serves a beauty spa for ladies and an open stage for youngsters. There, teenagers mayperform musics on schedule made by the management of PD.Owabong that isprominently known in handling tourist objects.UJCP also organizes pet contests occasionally such as bird, catand other contests. Instead of increasing the popularity of pet contests itself, these eventsarealso expected able to raise the prestige for the owner. Another attractions are the mini cinema which is
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SIRAU
A HEAVEN ABOVE THE CLOUDS
Sirau is a village in Karangmoncol subdistrict where you'll have cool weather, green pine forests, and georgeus valleys. Throughout the trip we will find some waterfalls which flow through the sidelines of the slope. Winding road adds the sensation while we enjoy beautiful natural scenery. In 1997 Sirau was still remote and isolated, but since 2005 the access road was improved. Previously, we could reach Sirau Village on foot for 4-5 hours from Kramat, a village nearby. Now with an adequate infrastructure we can just travel in an hour. The scenery is beautiful indeed, and if we get there at 11.00 to 12.00 p.m. the haze has gone. When we stand on the hill top, it will look like a misty
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white rug. Breezy air collaborates with the sound of the water flowing down the river create a peaceful atmosphere. This is why Sirau called as a heaven above the clouds. If you want to enjoy fresh pure water, please visit Curug Siregol where you'll find some huge mountain rocks. Get relax by sitting and plunging feet in cold water flows after the long journey; feels like having a therapeutic massage, doesn't it? For those who like hunting, it is possible to hunt wild boars here, getting in and out of forest is trully a challenging adventure. The visitors can visit the village nearby which is famous of its glagah broom home industry after hunting. In addition to the adventure tourism, Sirau also has relics of Paleolithic Age where there are 30 artefacts stone laid in Lumbung Mountains region. The relics consist of dolmens, altars, tables, chairs, ancient phallics, many lingga and jagged rocks. Those objects were believed was made by the pre-history human about 1,500 years before Christ. If you are interested to visit Sirau, you may use public transportions, but it certainly more fun if you ride your own vehicle, either two or four wheels. However, watch out the winding roads! From Bobotsari, go directly to Karangmoncol. At Majingklak T-junction, turn left and follow the hot mix road. The road continues raising from village Kramat. There, you'll find a plain stall where you can enjoy a cup of coffee or tea together with mendoan and plastics kupat i.e. kupat wrapped with plastics. Or you may have other traditional fries such as brontak, bakwan and dage (a kind of tempe but tastes slightly sweet. (Sap'S)
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Mount Slamet Festival
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ount Slamet Festival is a routine agenda that has a very deep value. Not only conserving the incredible Javanese culture, it is also supporting and promoting potential tourism of Serang Village in Karangreja Subdistrict. There are several processions on Mount Slamet Festival. The first procession is the water taking at the foot of Mount Slamet from whence Tuk Sikopyah springs. It is preceded by lodong carriage of 40 men, and the offeringtrays carriage of 40 women. The men wear clothes and a headband totally in black, while women dressed in green clothes. Lodong is a two-meters-length bamboo logs with pointy tip and is used as a water container. After an elders' granting ceremony, the parties head for Tuk Sikopyah spring, about 2 miles away. Walked down the mountain slope, they are accompanied by Javanesse invocation drumming. Arrived at Tuk Sikopyah, the village elders led a prayer and pour the water into lodong. They have to read a prayer once again before the parties walked up the slopes and head for the Serang Village Hall. There, the waters lodongs and kokoks are lied down, it will be distributed on the last day of the festival. On the second day of the festival, local cultural performances and the folk market held in front of Serang Village Hall. The agenda is continued with the turus planting on Slamet mountain slope and the distribution of alms to the poor. In the afternoon, it's time for Strawberry War Event took place at the village square. This war is very lively, participated by men and women, old and young people all mixed altogether. Rejected and unworthy selling strawberries are thrown each other, creating noisy and boisterous crowds. You should not miss this event!!!
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A cultural and thanksgiving crops carnival coud be enjoyed on the third day of the festival. Tuk Sikopyah water carriers march down the street followed with the crops gunungan and art performances behind. The carnival starts at field near Junior High School 2 Karangreja Village in Kutabawa and finishes in front of Serang Village Hall. Arrived at the hall, Tuk Sikopyah water taken directly to the rest area of Serang Village Tourism where Purbalingga Regents will receive the water. After that, the water will be distributed to all participants. On the other hand, a puppet ruwat procession is also held on that rest area. The regents then lead a tumpeng cutting ceremony. During the day, local cultural art performances are conducted and it continued with a contemporary art performance and a spectacular lighting show at night. This contemporary art collaborates modern musics and the traditional one. A-single-guitar and a-single-drum music performance are a must show for music lovers. Musics with a passionate and sometimes romantic strains, blended with tones of jazz, hypnotize the audience in the midst of the coldness mountain air. If you want to participate in the festival, make a preparation from now on. The Mount Slamet Festival are held annually in Ashura Hijrah calendar. You may book a homestay long beforehand. Make sure you choose the one which has traditional meals serving and offered at an affordable prices. Get ready for an unforgetable great festival!!! (Sap'S)
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Waterfalls of Tanalum, an International Class Adventurous Tourism
Tanalum Village in Rembang subdistrict is quite well known for its six exotic waterfalls e.g Aul, Karang, Sendang, Gogot, Panyatan-Nagasari and Lampeng waterfall. Their beauty are varies and different one another. Their adjacent locations is suitable for an adventure tourism.
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hese Tanalum waterfalls are highly prospective and eligible to be developed as a tourism object, not only at national class even at international class, for Aul waterfall enable adventurers to have a canyoning tour. Canyoning is a technique descending a cliff down while attached to a rope in a certain slant. Water splash and the steep cliff create an unforgetable sensation for this tour enthusiasts. However, common people can do this activity under a guidance of a professional training team, and of course they
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have to master some basic techniques of ro c k c l i m b i n g first. Canyoning deserves a tough mental, a comprehensive canyoning techniques, and equipped with standard safety equipments. In addition to that, health is the most important factor. People with heart attack are forbidden to participate in this activity. Tanalu m tourism development may differ from others, since it belongs to an ecotourism which emphasizes more on environmental awareness. Therefore, it lets some access road naturally, that somehow it's not a big deal for the real adventures. Unless Karang, visitors can directly visit the waterfalls either by two or four wheeled vehicles. The parking lot is quite representative and spacious. Only by paying Rp. 1000,- for twowheeled vehicles and Rp. 2000,- for four-wheeled vehicles, the visitors will directly enjoy a beautiful 50-meters-height waterfall. These tourism objects are managed by Pokdarwis Tanalum Village. After enjoying the beauty of Karang waterfall, buy some traditional fries in plain stalls nearby. Get an unforgettable experience in a simple menu : warm mendoan, plastics kupat and a glass of hot
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coffee. Just pay Rp. 2500, - for a cup of coffee and Rp. 500.- for each mendoan or plastics kupat. Tanalum village is managed by Mampirtapa (Makam, Sumampir, Panusupan and Tanalum) tour. As has been explained on the previous Buset topic, it is not difficult to reach Tanalum as it's a neighboring village of Panusupan. (Sap'S)
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Enjoy a Spectacular Sunrise at Igir Wringin Peak
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gir Wringin is a sunrise spot which is still in Ardilawet hilly region, belongs to Panusupan Village, in Rembang subdistrict. Igir Wringin peak is located in the Sanderan hills on the altitude of 640 meters above sea level. The visitors must walk up a footpath with a slope almost 90ยบ to get there. Igir Wringin may still unfamiliar to the public. This tourist destinations is publically launched recently. However, the tourists' interest to come here is quite high; approximately 200 people in weekdays and nearly 1,000 people in holidays. They are not only local citizens of Purbalingga, but also from neighbourhood region of Central Java-Yogyakarta, as well as from Jakarta, Semarang, and Bekasi. At the peak, the visitors can enjoy the sunrise and sunset. Even downtown Purbalingga can seen from the tree post and the camp site area. Visitors who want to travel to Igir Wringin can use both; private or public vehicles. Having reached Panusupan village, they should follow the signboard directing to the location. First, register to the management and pay the entrance fee at the post. Each visitor must pay Rp. 5.000,- for the trip and Rp. 2.000,- for parking fee. After that they can immediately climb up to the summit. The trip begins by walk along rice terracing field, enjoy the beautiful scenery here! Continue climbing the footpath that has been formed like a ladder. Although the management has set up aids like rope and bamboo handle, the visitors must walk carefully since the road is pretty slick,
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Are you are interested to enjoy the trip? Contact Yanto Supardi, the chairman of the Tourism Awaring Group (Pokdarwis) Ardi Mandala Giri who manages Tourism Village Panusupan. (Sap'S)
especially in the rainy season. There are two posts as rest area before reaching the top. Visitors can sit on the bench provided by the manager in the first post. Recharge the energy here and manage the breath before continuing the trip. In the second post, there are two paths. The ascending path directing to the hill top, while the left path directing to the Luwang Areng waterfall. Time spent for this trip is about 1.5 hours, ended with gasping of breath. At the peak, the visitors will be greeted by breezy cool air which directly eliminates all fatigue. The spectacular scenery i.e. the green expanse of hills and the tiny dots of houses looks like a perfect painting will hamper them go down the hill.
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Sundries Religious Tourism in Purbalingga
Purbalingga is a small town which has many potential tourism objects. Not only offers natural attractions but it also presents you some religius sites you should visit. No wonder, Purbalingga is properly known as a new comer of Tourism City. Here are some religious sites you may visit in Purbalingga :
Darussalam, the Great Mosque of Purbalingga The Darussalam Great Mosque is the largest and the most magnificent mosque in Purbalingga. It has a special characteristic compared to other mosques. Built in 1853 AD / 1269 H by KH Abdullah Ibrahim, the Darussalam Great Mosque sits on 5,500 square meters wide. It has been renovated five times ; in 1918, 1960, 1970, 1980-1985 and the most recently in 2002-2004. The last renovation allocated funds about Rp. 2 billion. The Darussalam Great Mosque has a nickname "the Nabawi Mosque" since its architectural style resembles the Nabawi Mosque in Medina. The idea to adopt Nabawi mosque's architectural style was initiated by the former Purbalingga Regent, Mr Triyono Budi Sasongko, after he had had a Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca. Nowadays, the Darussalam Great Mosque is a prominent religious site in Purbalingga. Many tourists out of town intentionally come to Purbalingga and conduct prayers here. They are impressed with the athmophere which resembles that in the mosque in Medina..
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Mohammed Cheng Hoo Mosque Another religious site you should visit in Purbalingga is Mohammed Cheng Hoo Mosque. Located in Selaganggeng village Mrebet subdistrict, the mosque confirms the citizens' tolerance and the unity in diversities i.e. religion, ethnicity and race, in Purbalingga. The Chinese Moslems of Purbalingga gather in this mosque to promote Islamic propaganda (dakwah) and introduce Islamic education. The establishment of Mohammed Cheng Hoo mosque was initiated by PITI (Persatuan Islam Tionghoa Indonesia/ Indonesian Chinese Islamic Union). Its architectural style is an acculturation of Chinese and Javanesse. At glance, the mosque looked like a temple and no spherical dome on the roof as mostly mosques. Mohammed Cheng Hoo Jami Mosque was built in 2005. After years of delay, the development was continued in 2010 and officially opened on July 5, 2011. The mosque looks very beautiful and gorgeous at night. When all the lights turn on, it will be more luxurious and impressive. Eventhough it isn't large enough, but the uniqueness of the building will attract us to visit repeteadly.
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Petilasan Ardilawet This pilgrimage sites is located in Penusupan Village, Rembang subdistrict, about 30 kilometers northeast of downtown Purbalingga. Although located in remote areas, it isn't difficult to reach the location since the road is pretty smooth. If you use public transportation, in Purbalingga bus station, choose a bus serves Bobotsari-Rembang route. It only takes about 30 - 45 minutes and get off at Jenderal Soedirman Monument. Rent a pick-up car to Penusupan Village about 4 kilometers away and continue walking on the footpath approximately 3 kilometers to arrive at Petilasan Ardilawet Gate. Ardilawet is a place of seclusion, where people practice meditation in order to be closer to God, as Prophet Mohammed seclused in the Cave of Hira. The name Ardi Lawet means a mountain for seclusion (derives from Javanesse and Arabian language ; Ardi means Mountain, Lawet is Khalwat means seclusion). According to the historical story, Ardi Lawet was the place where Sheikh Jambu who had not been being a Moslem was given knowledge about Islam by an Arabic scholar. His nails and hairs were remains kept to this day as the evidence.
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Purbalingga Cultural Parade, From Local to Global Event
The Tomb of Wali Perkasa
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ali Perkasa's tomb is located in Pekiringan Village, Karangmoncol. This site was believed as the last resting place of Wali Perkasa, a propagator of Islam in Pekiringan Village. He had another name, Makdum Perkasa, which was given by Sunan Kali Jaga for his ability turning the qibla direction of Demak mosque which had unfitted qibla position. Initially, to turn the qibla direction, Sunan Kali Jaga led a prayer while his disciples said amen. However, the direction of qibla was not changed. A disciple then requested if he were given the opportunity to lead the prayer. Sunan Kali Jaga and other disciples agreed it. Finally, the Qibla direction of Demak mosque could be fitted perfectly. Since then, that disciple got a nickname Perkasa which means The Mighty. To ensure the pilgrimage runs smoothly, some guides has been provided to lead the pilgrims.
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lively with varieties of attractions by Navy Marines Forces. Started at the front of SMA 1 Purbalingga (a state senor high school), the parade was finished at Purbalingga Townsquare. A stage was built on the south side of the square where Purbalingga Regent sat and enjoyed the parade. Citizens can't wait for the cultural parade since it has an interesting theme and not monotonous. They enjoy sunny heats while watching cultural attractions displayed by each group. Annother satisfaction is gained when they could take a selfie picture with the participants and post it on social media like twitter, facebook, instagram or others. Interesting costumes and the collaboration of traditional and modern musics completed this event which performs fragments, colossal dance and traditional dances. For example, in the last parade, Karanganyar Junior High School performed fragments titled the Stone Age i.e. a story about the life in the Stone Age when human used stone axes to hunt. On the other hand, a number of scarce art performance were also displayed such as Braen from Karangmoncol, Dames from Bojongsari, Wayang Orang from Bukateja, and Sedekah Bumi from Kertanegara. Another interesting themes performed were Pengantin Sunat, the legend of Lutung Kasarung and the
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urbalingga Cultural Parade is annual event in commemoration of the Anniversary of Purbalingga Regency. It is usually held 2 or 3 days after the anniversary ceremony. A different theme is launched in every year, as in the last parade in 2015 the theme was Flora and Fauna, Arts, Culture, History and Tourism. This event attracts tens of thousands people who will pursue a strategic spot to look at. Visitors from various cities in Indonesia, especially those of photographers will not miss this event. Purbalingga Cultural Parade 2015 was followed by 40 group of participants consists of the Indonesian Kindergarten Teachers Association (IGTKI), units of local government (SKPD), schools, the representatives of subdistricts, and six participants outside of Purbalingga. The parade was
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tradition of Larungan Klawing. Students showed their creativity with some performances such as dances and spectacular fashion carnival. SMK Muhammadiyah 1 Purbalingga (a vocational school) displayed a fashion show based on the legend of Timun Mas. Beautiful models wore flora and fauna costumes. SMA Negeri 1 Purbalingga performed a theatrical show caring an environmental issue. Students wore costumes resemble burnt trees of the forest fire. This spectacular event is certainly one of the traveling agendas should be reckoned with. Keep in mind, around December 18 next year, let's visit Purbalingga! (Sap'S)
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Purbalingga
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List of hotels in Purbalingga
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Owabong Cottage Owabong road Km / No . 1 , Village Bojongsari , District Bojongsari , Purbalingga , Central Java , Phone : (0281) 6597010 Utama Hotel Jenderal Sudirman road No. 144 , Purbalingga , Central Java Phone : (0281) 891779 Belik Twins Hotel AW road Sumarmo 10 Purbalingga , Central Java , Telephone : (0281) 891948 ' Nusantara Hotel The square road no 21 Purbalingga Raihan Hotel ( The concept of Sharia ) AW.Sumarmo road , Belik Complex Twins Twinning Kulon Purbalingga , Central Java 53 319 , Phone : (0281) 891466 Kencana Hotel Pujowiyoto road , No. 1 , Purbalingga , 53 317 60 Phone : ( 0281 ) 892 920