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Stratovolcano in Central Java, Indonesia
Photo: Michael Gunther, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Mount Ungaran is a mountain in Central Java.
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Candi Gedong Songo
A group of restored Hindu temples was built during the early period of the Medang Kingdom which controlled Central Java during the 8th and 9th centuries. Similar to the temples on the Dieng Plateau, they are some of the oldest Hindu structures in Java, predating both Borobudur and Prambanan. They are placed across the mountainside, and in clear weather, there are good views down across the surrounding plain and neighboring volcanoes, thanks to the 1,200 m above sea level elevation. Go early in the day to get the best chance of good views. On-site there is a volcanic fumarole with hot spring bathing, and horse rides.
Actually two waterfalls close by each, Curug Lawe and Curug Benowo (curug is Javanese for waterfall). The first part of the hike is along the side of an irrigation canal, followed by a section across the fairly rocky ground. There is the chance to see black Javanese leaf monkeys. They are usually active in the early morning.
A couple of hours hike through nutmeg plantations and natural forest. There is a pool so you can swim there. Some small food stalls have been set up near the waterfall.
There is a swimming pool that offers beautiful views of the mountains since it is 1,200 m above sea level. You can do flying fox, rappelling down the valley, ATV, trekking, and horseback riding.
Enjoy a hot bath in a hilly and cooler area of Kendal.
One of the gateways to reach Mount Ungaran peak (2,050 masl).
Kebun teh Medini
Located on the slope of Mount Ungaran. You also may trail to the waterfall Curug Lawe Secepit.
Serves Javanese cuisine. The restaurant uses the Javanese traditional house, Joglo.
Eat grilled or fried freshwater fish taken freshly from fishing in their ponds. It is served with sambal and lalapan (raw fresh veggies).
Eat Bandungan fried tofu call Tahu serasi. Also, try their Susu kedelai (Soy milk).
Eat a specialty of Bandungan district, Sate kelinci (Rabbit satay).
A coffee shop with a breathtaking view.
Forestry area camp. The location is near the old Bantir Military Barrack which was built by the Dutch in 1938 as a military training complex for soldiers of the Koninklijke Nederlandsch Indische Leger (KNIL).
The traditional market of Bandungan. It is clean and neat, unlike dirty markets in other parts of Indonesia. Primarily sells vegetables, fruits, and local foods.
Allow an hour from Semarang or Salatiga. The road to Bandungan is narrow and winding, but you can see beautiful scenery on the way.
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Using ojek (motorcycle taxi) is more flexible to go to tourists or public objects.
On foot
Some streets are walking-friendly for pedestrians. Beware of walking along the street without a sidewalk.
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