Revisiting the beauty and uniqueness of Dieng Plateau

 

Ten hours drive Jakarta - Wonosobo drove us to the highest plateau in the island of Java, the Dieng. Pass road that meanders uphill, exotic landscape that stretches as far as the eye could see visual treat. Green hills and plantations, the bright blue sky, local communities are still activity, integrated in a balanced harmony of nature.

Along the path towards this Dieng, all the scenery was so interesting, so natural. Direct the cold to greet us, replace the heat that is felt throughout the course. That evening, the beginning of July, temperatures in Dieng area in the range 18 degrees Celsius. According to the local community, usually the coldest temperatures in July-August, where temperatures at night can reach the lowest point up to zero degrees Celsius.

 Crystallized dew-dew on the grass looks for the month. For farmers there, the lowest temperature can be as damaging enemies that threaten their crops. Indeed, in addition to relying on the tourism sector, local residents also rely on the plantation as a livelihood. Potatoes, cabbage, and plant Carica is a mainstay of this region.Dieng Plateau Dieng Plateau, or known, enter the district Banjarnegara and Wonosobo regency, Central Java. Many attractions we can see around this area. Local communities and indigenous Javanese culture that still looks very thick felt when we visited.The area is famous for its legend 'child beggars hair' not only offers incredible natural scenery, but also local specialties that can not be found elsewhere. Mie Ongklok, Carica, Purwaceng and potatoes are some of the culinary snacks can be enjoyed in the area of ​​Dieng. Dieng famous potatoes were tasty and crunchy, even in the untreated state, the potato is able to survive for four months.Hair child GembelDieng Plateau unique store that still we can see. Some children who live in the Dieng has trash hair. Their hair is like a clot of hair for months are not washed and combed. However, not all children in the Dieng has trash hair.Until now there has been definite cause of trash in some children in Dieng. Hobo hair is formed not because of deliberate or genetic factors, tacky hair usually appears after the child has a high fever and is accompanied mengingau during sleep. According to them, symptoms fever can not be treated until eventually the child will heal by itself and after that the hair becomes matted.Usually the child will trash your hair diruwat if there have been requests from the child. Local people believe that ruwat demand is the demand of the Gods. Demand whatever was asked of the child's hair when he was asked diruwat trash, must be met. If not, then the child would be crazy.Interestingly, after the ruwat, hair will grow back to normal as usual. This is the cutting process Ruwatan hair with a long procession and involve indigenous people and traditional leaders.

 Tourism Object

Trip to Dieng, we can visit several attractions in one day alone. Sights are close together and easily accessible. The sights include:

Kawah Sikidang
Deer in Javanese means Kijang. The crater is still active release bursts of hot lava and gas. Bubbles that appear inside the crater seems to move or jump like a Deer. Sulfur smell was terrible, making some of the visitors use a cloth to mask their breathing is not disturbed.

lake colors
Lake that often change color has always been a target tourists because of its beauty. Discoloration caused by algae that live in the lake.

 Arjuna temple complex

Five of the temple stands on equal footing with the background landscape which is very interesting. Arjuna temple complex surrounded by gardens look beautiful because of manicured gardens.
Fresh atmosphere as a green landscape, making this temple complex was peaceful, romantic and far from being mystical. Trees and walkways arranged untu facilitate tourists walking around the temple complex.Kailasa MuseumThrough a mini theater and display various archaeological objects, as if we were invited to 'enjoy' Dieng as a whole, both its history, society and culture, as well as any other uniqueness.Sikunir mountains and Lake TadpoleGolden sunrise to be the most spectacular scenery in an Sikunir successfully climb Mt. 45-minute climb at a very cold morning will pay off with great views. The sun rises between the hills, together with the views of the villages at the foot of the hill and cloud stacks are so close to our bodies.Down from Sikunir, we can relax in tadpoles of the lake while enjoying warm drinks or fried potatoes from several vendors thereCulinaryDo not try to Dieng special food when visiting here. Carica sweets, packaged dalem clear bottle, giving freshness after we tired of the activity.
To fill an empty stomach or try Mie Ongklok of potato snacks. Ongklok noodles, served with hot sauce and beef satay, very fitting Dieng accompany the cold. If you want to taste the snacks, please try Tempe Kemul and fries that are sold by local residents there. Lastly, Tea Purwaceng. Purwaceng is a plant that is considered to increase vitality and stamina.Dieng tourist area is an area that is easy to visit. Public transportation can take us down to the tourist sites. Accommodation is also easy to find a homestay with a very affordable price.If you want to visit Dieng with public transportation, find a bus or train majors Wonosobo / Banjarnegara.Hospitality of the locals, always make ourselves more comfortable to ask questions if unsure of the direction or with the vehicle to be ridden.
Nyanyu Partowiredjo, tourism actorspicnicholic@gmail.com



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