Tourist attractions in Papua

Papua

Province of Papua is the eastern most region in Indonesia which covers a vast area of ​​land that existed in New Guinea to the west and most (75%) is covered by jungle.
The middle area is a mountainous region of Papua Maoke along the 640 km where there is Puncak Jaya (5050 m) and Puncak Mandala (4700 m) which is the highest peak in Indonesia. Both peaks are covered with eternal snow.

Papua is located at position 0 ° 19 '-10c 45' latitude and 130 ° 45 '- 141 ° 48' east, occupies the western half of New Guinea which is the second largest island of Greenland.
Physically, Papua is the largest province in Indonesia, with a land area of ​​21.9% of the total land throughout Indonesia is 421 931 km2, stretching from West to Tirnur (Sorong-Jayapura) along the 1,200 km and from north to south (Jayapura, Merauke) along 736 km.

There are 19 districts and 1 city in the district of Timika in Papua province, Paniai, Puncak Jaya, Yapen, Biak Numfor, Merauke, Jayapura, Nabire, Tolikara, Keerom, Boven Digul, mountian Star, Waropen, Sarmi, Yahukimo, Mappi, Asmat, Supiori and Jayawijaya. While one is kotamadyanya Jayapura.

In addition to large amounts of land, Papua also has many islands are lined up along the coastal area. On the North coast of the island of Biak there, Numfor, Yapen and Mapia. On the west side of the island Salawati, Batanta, Gag, and Yefman Waigeo. On the South coast of the island there Kalepon, Komoran, Adi, Dolák and length, whereas in the eastern borders with Papua New Guinea.

Papua is rich in various flora and fauna found in the vast forest area. Species of flora and fauna in this place is a combination of animal and plant species from Asia and Australia. Papua is a transition region between the continents of Asia and Australia, Papua and the Australian mainland even mentioned once united.

Indigenous Papuans are generally settled in the interior while the coastal region consists of a mixture of Malay and Melanesian society. About a third of the population consists of immigrants from Papua, Java, Bali and Sulawesi, which generally come to Papua as transmigrants.

History
Papua color comes from the Portuguese sailors when they first saw the island in 1511 which they named Ilhas dos Papuas which means less is more 'island inhabited by a smooth-haired'. Dutch sailors then called Papua New Guinea because the skin is black Papuans to remind them with diAfrika Guinea.
The color itself comes from Irian Biak language which means 'land of heat rising from the sea'. Under Dutch rule, known as the Dutch Papua New Guinea and when the region turned to Indonesia renamed West Irian, later Irian Jaya and Papua now.

Netherlands over Papua (New Guinea) was obtained through Kesukanan Tidore when it was under Dutch control. Dutch gave authority to Tidore in 1660 over wlayah New Guinea.
New Guinea thus indirectly also under Dutch control. Although it was under Dutch control of New Guinea economically but little interest, except the Dutch and the Japanese American companies who are interested to start looking for oil exploration in this area.

In World War 2, Japanese troops occupied New Guinea, but in line with Japan's defeat and the end of world war, the Dutch re-entry into the region. The Dutch began to pull away from Indonesia for a variety of international pressure following the transfer of sovereignty from the Netherlands to Indonesia.
But the Dutch still retaining Papua. Indonesia demanded the Dutch to restore Papua to Indonesia in accordance with the agreement that all of the former territory of the Netherlands (Dutch East Indies) is returned to the Republic of Indonesia. In 1962 Indonesia sends troops to Papua, but less successful.
The Netherlands proposed that the referendum for the future of the Papuan people, but Indonesia is proposing discussions among community leaders, leaders of Papua.

In 1969, the Indonesian government announced that deliberations are conducted in three places, namely in Merauke, Jayawijaya and Paniai showed that the Papuan people want to join the Unitary State of Republic Indonesia. Papua then became the 26th province of Indonesia.

Merauke

Merauke is known as a city located in the eastern region of Indonesia. Although geographically Merauke are at a somewhat remote, but the city has quite a pleasant atmosphere. Enjoy the sunset.

Coast Lighting One is located approximately 5 miles from downtown Merauke. Not far from the coast there are hot springs (hot spring) where visitors can soak (bath). Tourists who come to Merauke generally to transit before continuing the journey to the interior, especially to the Asmat region.
Merauke does not have a downtown area; nearly all public activity is along Jl. Mandala is a very long highway. Terdapar tourist office on Jl. A Yani (tel 21 388).

Wasur National Park covering an area of ​​4.260 km2 located in the North Merauke is the habitat of various flora and fauna, including birds of paradise and a typical Australian animals such as couscous and a kangaroo. Nasionai park is managed jointly by the WWF international agencies and the local indigenous communities and Marind Kanum who live in traditional villages located in this region.

Bian River & muting River is at a distance of about 200 km north of Merauke in the vicinity Muring and villages located along the Bian River is an area inhabited by traditional communities. This region is covered with tropical forest with its natural life is wild. This region is considered as alrernatif of Baliem Valley as a travel destination for foreign tourists who love the traditional community life.

To reach this area tourists have to travel overland by car, trekking and travel by boat down the river. Travelers must obtain written permission from the police in Merauke before traveling to the region.
Asmat region of mangrove forest area covers a very wide range through which the river. Asmat region remains an undeveloped area and is one of the few places in the world that has not been touched by modernization of human life. Asmat people known for his ability to carve. Asmat wood carving handicrafts are very famous and hunted by art lovers from around the world.

Asmat are semi-nomadic communities; their life is dependent upon the condition of the river that became the means of transport and food sources for them. Some travel agencies in Jayapura and around the Baliem Valley provides a package trip to the region has even visited the Asmat and Korowai Kombai People who live inland Asmat region and still living in homes above the tall trees.
Natural conditions are difficult to achieve requiring travelers to provide more time and also money to be able to appreciate what is offered Asmat region.

Visitors who have a limited budget and have no particular interest in local culture may be very disappointed with the very least they can enjoy activities in the region. Agats Asmat region in particular and in general have a facility that is much simpler than Iebih Wamena Baliem Valley even though.
In the center there Agats Asmat Asmat & Education Center which has a number of buildings with unique architectural form. In addition, there is the Museum of Culture and Progress which has a collection of props are quite interesting, but without any explanation.

Timika

Timika is one of the entrance (entry point) to the interior of Central Papua. But more importantly, the presence of Timika can be said to serve the function unruk copper and gold mining company Freeport-owned United States in Tembagapura, which is located about 60 miles north of Timika.

Regular flights between Jayapura-Biak sometimes stopover in Timika. Of aircraft passengers can view the location of the Freeport mining massif located in the mountains and snow-covered Puncak Jaya.
Baliem Valley includes the area along the 60 km and 16 km Iebar and are at an altitude of 1554 m above sea level. Temperatures during the day above 26 degrees centigrade.

At night the air in this region is cold; temperature dropped to 12 degrees centigrade. Rnengalir Baliem River valley in the middle of this region gives fertility to the region in its path before akhirnva empties into the Arafura Sea.

Baliem valley is inhabited by the Dani tribe known as one of the few of the most traditional and most exciting in the world. Foreign tourists mainly from Europe, are infatuated with all forms of traditional culture are still the original had come into the Baliem Valley since the 1980s.

Cultural festival called the Baliem Valley Festival held every August to attract tourist arrivals. One of the events at this festival is to show inter-tribal wars that followed the participants wearing colorful attributes. In addition it also showcased traditional dances and music Dani.

Dani people live in traditional houses called home honay with a circular shape with a dome-shaped roof of straw. Dani village community consists of several family groups. Each group consists of about 20 people who lived a few honay surrounded by a fence. Each honay have their respective functions as a cook, a house of men, women or pigsty house.

Dani people in urnumnya not know fashion. They only wear traditional ornaments like headdress of feathers of various birds of paradise and traditional necklace. Dani men wearing armor or pubic coverings called koteka.

Wamena is the capital of Jayawijaya and is the main town in the Baliem Valley. Not much can be done in a dusty town with a spread of this region. However Wamena can be a good starting point for tourists who want to explore the surrounding rural areas.

In general, the prices of goods in Wamena is quite expensive but this is understandable since almost all needs to be flown from Jayapura where almost all the needs coming into the city from other parts of Indonesia by plane or boat.

Most of the lodging and dining in Wamena terdapar along Jl. Trikora; not far from the airport. Pariwissata offices located on Jl Yos Sudarso (tel 31 365). In this office, tourists can get information about various community cultural events and information about trekking in this region.
Eastern Papua region has some interesting locations to visit, among others, Jayapura and Sentani. And the surrounding areas which has a special attraction for tourists.

Including the interior region of the East Papuan in Merauke. Travelers who have a spirit of adventure can also visit the Asmat region through a journey which is quite difficult to meet the Asmat with a unique culture and society.

Nabire

Nabire is quite a pleasant city with wide streets. In general, tourists who are in Nabire is to continue the journey to / from Biak or Jayapura. But the tourist sites around the town was quite interesting to be visited include coastal areas and some islands off the coast of Nabire.

Tourists can rent a motor boat for one to two hours to visit some small islands around Nabire who have such a beautiful panorama Moor Island, Papaya Island and Island Nusi. Tourists can also stay overnight in the shelter are available on these islands. Sisingamangaraja Street Seaport at the end is the location to rent a motor boat.

Wahario coast waters is a great location for snorkeling and swimming activities. This beach can be achieved by riding public transportation. Around Nabire there are also several hot springs locations (hot spring), passengers can go to this spring by hiring urnum transportation (taxi).

Nabire have a limited number of specialty include: Hotel Collection, Street Youth 20, tel 21 180; Hotel Orchid, Jl. Pepera 22, tel 21 066. Most places to eat in Nabire is in the area around the terminal cab include a restaurant Sari and Betel Garden. A number of stalls are located on the seashore, among others, provide a menu of grilled fish.

Yapen
Yapen island located in the south of Biak have a shape elongated in the mountainous mainland. Yapen island's capital is Serui and coastal areas of North Island Yapen become habitat for many species including birds of paradise. Tourists can rent a motor boat and a guide from Serui to see the habitat of paradise.

This trip includes staying at the home of the villagers who had arranged a guide. A number of travel agents in Biak and Jayapura providing travel services to the habitat of these birds of paradise.
Near Yapen there is a small island of Pulau Arumbai waters that have a great location for diving and snorkeling. There is also a beautiful beach locations such as Beaches and Coastal Mariadei Katuapi. Panorama around Lake Sarawandori also quite interesting. Location of the beach and the lake can be reached by public transport from Serui.

Biak

Biak Island and Paradise Bay region has a wealth of natural beauty under the sea is not less beautiful in North Sulawesi Bunaken dl.

This island has some very interesting dive sites, especially for foreign tourists. Some dive sites around Biak, among others Padaido Islands, Cape Barari, Meosindi Island, Island and Island Mapia Rani. However, various dive sites that have not been diiengkapi with adequate accommodation facilities.

Biak town is a pleasant enough town with a relaxed atmosphere. Biak is a great place to start exploring the various interesting locations on the island and also other locations in the area of ​​Paradise Bay. Various places in this island can be reached (round trip) in a single day trip. It lies just one degree below the Equator causes the Biak City has always had a hot and humid. Rain often falls suddenly for a short time.

Accommodation and dining facilities in Biak town located around Jl. Prof M Yamin, Jl. Sudirman and Jl. Imam Bonjol. Local tourist offices can be found at Jl. Prof M Yamin (tel 21 663).

Foreign tourists who are generally interested in Biak to visit some small islands around Biak Island to dive. In this city are some dive operators who provide services to deliver tourists to the following dive sites rent out diving equipment. There are also package tours for tourists who are interested in seeing the life of birds including birds of Paradise is famous for.

Areas around the City of Biak has some interesting locations, both located on the mainland (the island) and who are in a number of small islands off the coast around the island of Biak. But unfortunately the road conditions can sometimes be the obstacle to get to various interesting locations.

One of the interesting places in the West Coast town of Biak is Yendidori Beach who have view beautiful. Farther west there is the famous village Adoki dance on hot coals. Travelers who are interested in watching dance performances this should make prior arrangement.

In this show five men walking on hot coals for about three minutes without feeling overheated or injured. Not far from there Adoki Emfendi beach with white sand beaches and beautiful scenery.

From Adoki, the road will go to the village Urfu. The village has a unique panoramic view because it is surrounded by impressive rock formations. From there westward Urfu Samber village which is a pretty fishing village. Near this village there are relics of the Dutch and Japanese military engaged in combat in this area in World War 2.

Near Wardo there Wapsdori Waterfall which has an impressive panoramic view with a height of about 12 meters. Travelers can also take a walk down the existing forest on the banks of the river. Location of the waterfall can be reached by renting a motor boat from Wardo.

The area west of Biak town also has some interesting tourist sites such as a tunnel called the military or the local community with the name of the cave hideouts Binsari which is about 3,000 to 5,000 Japanese soldiers during World War 2 but was bombed by Allied troops were killed.
In the area around the tunnel there are still remnants of the fierce battle. If the tunnel is traced into it will culminate in Bosnik within a few kilometers from the mouth of the cave.

In this tempar there is a small museum has a collection of Japanese heritage among other weapons and photographs from the period of World War 2. Binsari cave can be reached by public transport from Biak town that led to Bosnik and get off at the bend leading to the cave.

About 4 km to the East there Mokmer Bird Park and Orchid. The park is a pleasant atmosphere of this has a collection of as many as 72 species of orchids and about 50 species of birds that live in cages, including one of them is the famous birds of paradise.

Bosnik is located a few miles east Mokmer on rnasa colonial capital of the island of Biak. At the time of World War 2, Bosnik become allied troops landing site.

A variety of war relics can still be found in coastal areas. Currently tourists who come to Bosnik is to stop and relax at the luxurious Hotel Biak Beach before continuing the trip to the Islands Padaido.

Padaido Islands consists of a set of 30 small islands including the uninhabited island of -17. Islands in this place has a grim waters with a great location for diving, snorkeling and swimming. Owo and Auki Island is two islands closest to Bosnik and also has the most dense population.

Numfor island of Biak Island in the West-in the middle between Biak and Manokwari-an island with pristine natural beauty. Numfor island has dozens of excellent location for snorkeling and swimming are highly preferred by foreign tourists. Two of the most beautiful beach locations include the West Coast next Asaibori Numfor and Pakreki on the Southern Coast.

From Kameri Numfor Island tourists can rent a motor boat to visit the island Manem which has a very beautiful panorama. The island is also a habitat for various birds and there are remnants of World War 2 owned by the Japanese army.

Island Numfor not have accommodation facilities for tourists. Tourists who come to this island can stay at home if you have previously contacted the villagers in the village chief or Yemburwo Kameri.

Jayapura
As the capital of Papua province, Jayapura has a population of mostly non-Papuan migrants society. Jayapura is a medium-sized city with an atmosphere not much different from other cities in Indonesia. However Jayapura has a more attractive location that is located on the edge of the Gulf region Yos Sudarso and surrounded by hills.

In general, tourists come to Jayapura for before traveling to another location more attractive. In Jayapura there are travel agencies that offer travel packages to various locations Iokasi interest around Jayapura and Sentani up to more distant places such as the Baliem Valley to the Asmat region.
In general, there are accommodations for wsiatawan along the main road at the Jayapura Jl. Ahmad Yani and Jl. Printing. Tourism offices located on Jl. Soa Siu complex in the governor's office (tel 33 381) that provides tourist brochures various districts in Papua.

Sentani is a small town located about 36 km west of Jayapura. The city has a more complete accommodation facilities from Jayapura to the airport and the beautiful Lake Sentani are not jaun from the city. Sentani is a quiet, cool and comfortable atmosphere and have adequate facilities for the needs of tourists.

Sentani is a city that neat and easy to navigate by foot. Most shops, restaurants and offices located in the City Sentani Pecan Street which is the highway that leads to Jayapura.

Area around Jayapura and Sentani has a number of tourist sites that attract tourists which can be visited within one day of Jayapura or Sentani. Tourists can hire a public transportation (taxi) to visit some of the more remote locations in the region.

Tanjung Ria beach has a wide area and local tourists crowded on holiday weekends.
Waters in the bay area near the village of Depapre has an interesting location for diving or snorkeling. This location has an impressive coral reef area adorned with a variety of fish.

In Depapre villages tourists can rent a motor boat to the Gulf region along the Tanah Merah where visitors can 'snorkeling to enjoy the underwater beauty of this place.
About 5 miles from Depapre tourists can visit the beach Amai with more remote locations and also the beautiful village of Old Maribua and hot springs in Sabron Siri.

Loka Cultural Museum located in the region have Cendrawasih Universiras Papuan cultural heritage including collections of Asmat carvings.

State Museum is located in Wamena has a collection of objects carvings, clothing, boats, woven and historical relics from all regions in Papua, including Dutch heritage objects.
Next to the museum of the country there is a Cultural Park which contains a variety of custom homes that represent the nine districts in Papua.

Lake Sentani area of ​​9630 hectares has a very beautiful panorama with 19 smaller islands that are scattered in the area of ​​the lake as well as residential areas residents living in homes on the water column.

Tourists can rent a motor boat to the area along the lake: visit several islands and villages. Visitors can also do trekking around the lake.
Tourists can also visit the summit of Mount Ifar (2160 m) where there is a monument topped with Mc Arthur background scenery is very impressive.

Available public transport in particular Sunday that leads visitors to the top as far as 6 miles. The peak of this mountain was never mentioned once the headquarters of the Commander of one of America's most famous war generals Mc Arthur.

Hamadi beach during World War 2 known as the Allied troops landing amphibious tank that is on April 22, 1944. The beach is quite nice although a bit dirty and the beach, tourists can visit a small island nearby is Wood Island.

Hamadi market was not far from the beach is the most interesting places in the region. Stalls selling souvenirs lined the road that sells among other items from the Baliem and Asmat art.
Biak Island is the center of transportation, commerce and tourism in the central region of Papua. During World War 2, Biak Island is the site of battles between Allied and Japanese soldiers, but today this island is an Indonesian naval base is quite important. Biak is also a land and sea transport hub in the northern coast of Papua.