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District in West Java, Indonesia
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Purwakarta is a city and regency in the Parahyangan mountain region of Western Java, Indonesia.
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Waduk Jatiluhur
The largest artificial lake in Indonesia, The Jatiluhur embankment dam serves for the provision of hydroelectric power generation, water supply, flood control, irrigation, and aquaculture. Popular activities at the lake include kayaking, fishing, pedalling, and swimming. Along the shore, there are various places to eat fresh fish.
Taman Air Mancur Sri Baduga or Sri Baduga Fountain Park, Aqua Rhapsody
An amphitheatre with the lake Situ Buleud as the main stage for the dancing fountain show. Has the capacity of 5,000 seats for the show. Proclaimed to be the biggest fountain show in Southeast Asia.
Well-known restaurant selling a local style of soto (soup). Choices include chicken soup, beef soup, and oxtail soup.
By train
The city's station is Purwakarta railway station, at which Argo Parahyangan (Executive and Business class) goes both to Bandung or to Jakarta Gambir and Jatinegara station.
By bus
Most intercity buses stop in Purwakarta at the junction near the Sadang motorway exit (Sadang bus stop) at the northern side of the city.
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Bandung · Regional · BDO
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