Manado

Manado is the capital of North Sulawesi province, famous as entrance to Bunaken Islands. But this coastal city has many exciting attractions, one of which is Jesus Blessed Monument. This gigantic monument is similar to Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

In addition, Manado also has Ban Hin Kiong Temple which became the object of religious tourism as well as history. Traveler who love nature tourism can visit Lake Tondano, which is located in the north of Manado City.

Liked the beach and diving tours? Siladen Island entering Bunaken National Park can be your destination. Traveler who come to Siladen Island can snorkel, or diving with a depth of 20-50 meters. A variety of coral reefs and various types of marine animals are beautiful ready to welcome you.

Berau (Derawan)

Berau is the name of the district located in East Kalimantan Province. Berau is the gateway to Derawan Islands, one of the prima donna of marine tourism in Indonesia.

Derawan Islands have several islands such as Derawan, Sangalaki, Kakaban, Maratua, Panjang, and Samama. Derawan is one of the most beautiful underwater spots in Indonesia, because of the many fauna such as turtles and manta rays that can be seen without having to dive.

Not only that, Derawan Islands also have a lake stingless jellyfish (stingless jellyfish) located on the island of Kakaban. Such a lake is very rare. Lake with similar species found in Palau Islands, also Togean in Sulawesi.

Samarinda

As the capital of East Kalimantan Province, Samarinda is one of the largest cities in Kalimantan. The city is split into two by the Mahakam River, which became one of the tourist destinations.

Samarinda has various tourist attractions, ranging from nature to religion. Some natural attractions include Tanah Merah Waterfall, Berambai Waterfall, Serang Pinang Waterfall, and Unmul Samarinda Botanic Garden complete with lake and zoo.

Not only that, the traveler can visit the Pampang Culture Village inhabited by the Dayak Kenyah tribe. Samarinda also has religious attractions and pilgrimage, one of which is the Tomb of La Mohang Daeng Mangkona who is the founder of Samarinda City.

Balikpapan

Balikpapan is famous as the cleanest city in Indonesia. Also, the city with the cost of living is quite expensive. The city is also famous for its seafood crab with various sauces.

Not to forget, the city is also famous for its agate and precious stones. Just come to the Vegetable Garden Market and find yourself hunting various agate to take home. Not far from town, there is a protection area for bears and orangutans. Exciting!

Pasar Apung

This is the birthplace of the buoyancy market. One thing that is very attached to Banjarmasin is a floating market. Since the town is tangent to the Barito and Martapura Rivers, water becomes something important here.

Curious to where the people of Banjarmasin in the morning? Find it in the river. Life starts from there. Some are selling cash crops, until food for breakfast.

The famous culinary here is soto banjar, and ketapatat kandangan. Be sure to taste this yes when to Banjarmasin.