Holidaymakers, dreaming of vitamin sea, sunset, and tidal wave curl on your toes? Planning to go elsewhere this coming up end of the year? Let’s put Balekambang beach on your bucket list travel plan. Before you decide to pack your suitcase, here’s what you need to know about East Java.
For decades, East Java has been well-known for its natural charm and beauty. From large national parks, white sandy beaches, waterfalls and jagged volcanic mountains, East Java has it all for you to admire. Not to mention, Balekambang beach offers a different atmosphere to its tourism. If it happens that you missed Tanah Lot, Bali, but don’t have time to travel, Balekambang is a great choice for you.
Here are 10 fun facts about Balekambang Beach
- Located in Srigonco, East Java, as a hidden paradise, Balekambang beach is mostly visited by local tourists. Not only offer clear water and fresh breeze air flow, Balekambang beach also offers its exquisite scene of beauty, corals, sea bricks, and white sandy beach, free from dirt.
- Annually traditional local events, Hindu ceremonies, and Javanese New year ceremonies, are often celebrated at the beach.
- Within a short distance from the beach, there’s a Hindu temple called Amartha Jati Temple. The temple is on Ismoyo island. Amartha Jati is known for having the face of Dwarapala above the temple entrance door. The Dwarapala symbolises the guardian of the temple. Temple visited most during the day or Hari Raya Nyepi. The temple can be reached by a small wooden bridge.
- If you ever wonder whether there are any choices for delicacy, Balekambang beach has its all to offer for tourists. There are a number of local food stalls along the beach that sell seafood at an affordable rate.
- Hence the beach is open for 24 hours but restaurants at the beach closes by 5 pm.
- Entrance fee cost Rp15.000 per person but there will be additional cost when tourists bring their own vehicle. Overall it cost Rp5.000 for bike fee and Rp10.000 for car.
- Public facilities are available on the beach, such as toilets and changing rooms. Delicious seafood local cuisine at an affordable rate also available at the premises.
- Playground for children are also available on the beach as part of family friendly tourist attraction
- Although there are no hotels or guest houses, homestays are available with a starting rate from Rp150.000 – Rp275.000 per night.
- Least but not least, Balekambang is known amongst tourists as a small Tanah Lot, Bali, after all the panorama and ambience are similar to Bali.
With its magnificent scenery, Balekambang will be the perfect choice for a relaxing getaway and escape with your family, friends, and even your loved ones. What not to love from having quality time with people you love on a beautiful white sand beach?
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