Story of Indonesia, Every Picture Tells A Story

From the picturesque slopes of lush Mt. Gede-Mt. Pangrango National Park to the scenic southern coastline of Cimaja and Ujung Genteng, Sukabumi is a land blessed with the pristine beauty of nature.

During the Dutch colonial days, the town of Sukabumi and its surroundings was the favored place for rich Dutch tea planters because of its beautiful tropical scenery and cool climate. In 1914 the Dutch Colonial government established a Gemeente or municipality in Sukabumi since many wealthy European and Dutch families lived in this region.

To Sukabumi’s south the land slopes down all the way to the Indian Ocean where lies the town of Pelabuhan Ratu, originally a fishing village now a tourist resort. Further south and away from all the complexity of modern world is the secluded shore of Ujung Genteng. Here, aside from exhilarating waves, one can also gaze at the unspoiled beauty of nature in its fascinating landscape and spectacular sunset.

Located roughly about 5 hours from Jakarta, the splendor of Sukabumi is truly something worth visiting.

All photo taken by Herlan Jaelani.

As an archipelagic country, Indonesia is blessed with countless of splendors that lie above and below its vast waters. Home to over a quarter of the world's marine life, endless stretches of enchanting beaches, and fascinating world-class waves, the country truly lies on seas of splendors.

Take a plunge and discover an ocean teeming with all types of marine life, from Weh Island in Sumatra to Raja Ampat in Papua. Schools of curious fishes, turtles, and all kinds of unique creatures awaits among the pristine coral reefs of the archipelago’s sea floors. Above the surface, the rolling waves that crashes to the shores of Nias, Mentawai, Uluwatu, and many others had drawn world class surfers from all over the world. As the sun sets in the afternoon, the enchanting beaches of Indonesia offer the spectacular spectacle of brilliantly colored horizons.

So, whether it is swimming with school of fishes, riding the high tides, or simply immerse in the spectacular sunset, you will surely be amazed by the splashes of Indonesian splendors.

Photo by Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy, Republic of Indonesia.