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5 VILLAGES ABOVE THE CLOUDS IN INDONESIA

Enjoy a huge expanse of clouds under your feet.

30.07.2021
BY HANUM FAUZIA
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Have you ever imagine living in the village above the clouds? A village above the cloud is a perfect sentence to portray magnificent spots where you can enjoy a huge expanse of clouds under your feet. Indonesia is a country that has highland areas. It is easy to find tourism destinations that are often covered by white clouds at dawn. Let’s see the best villages above the clouds in Indonesia!


Banyon Hill

 
 
 
 
 
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Banyon Hill is East Java’s revival tourism destination. Here you can enjoy the feel of the village above the clouds, the warmth of the sunrise, the charm of the sunset, and the shiny stars at night. The best time to enjoy the magical feel of Banyon Hill is when in dawn to 8 am.


Location: Banyon Hill is located in Widoro Village, Gandusari, Trenggalek Regency, East Java. It’s free entry.


Lolai Plateau

 
 
 
 
 
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Lolai Plateau is aggressively promoted as Toraja’s brand new attraction. The tourists are gaggling to Lolai to enjoy the atmosphere of the village above the clouds. 6 am to 9 am is the best time to see and admire the expanse of white clouds. So the locals rent their homes for tourists to stay overnight as well as the yard for camping.

Although it’s quite far from Makassar city (around 12 hours travel time from downtown), people don't lose their passion for getting there as the landscape is indeed beautiful. 


Location: Lolai Plateau is located in Mamullu Village, Kapala Pitu, North Toraja Regency, South Sulawesi. It’s free entry.


Seruni Point

 
 
 
 
 
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Seruni Point, 2,400 masl or people call Pananjakan 2, was built to fulfill the limitations and support the carrying capacity of Pananjakan 1 as its popularity is growing significantly. Seruni Point, as well as Pananjakan Peak, are the most favorite points for the best Golden Sunrise in Bromo


Location: Ngadisari, Sukapura, Area Pegunungan, Keduwung, Puspo, Probolinggo, Jawa Timur 67254


Mount Cikuray

 
 
 
 
 
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Mount Cikuray is a best-loved mountain for rookie climbers. The location is near Jakarta. Mount Cikuray is widely used as a basic practical as the ground is relatively safe.

Mount Cikuray has a height of 2,821 meters above sea level. The climb usually takes about 7 hours. As dawn breaks, you will realize that you are setting foot in the land above the clouds.


Location: Mount Cikuray is located in Dayeuhmanggung Village, Garut Regency, West Java. The admission is Rp 10,000 plus a donation. Garut is obviously full of attractions. There are many things to do in Garut.


Mangunan Fruit Garden

 
 
 
 
 
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Mangunan Fruit Garden is located only about 200 meters above sea level. When the day starts to dawn, you can look at the mass of clouds like the fleeces.

The rainy season is the best time to visit Mangunan Fruit Garden. There is also a camping ground for visitors who want to spend the night.


Location: Mangunan Fruit Garden is located in Mangunan Village, Dlingo, Bantul Regency, Yogyakarta. The admission is Rp 5,000. Opening hours is 4 am – 6 pm.

 

 

 

 

 

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