Apart from the beauty of the sunset, Indonesia is also famous for its stunning sunrise views. Interestingly, each region offers a different experience of enjoying the beauty of the sunrise. That’s why, nowadays many tourists are willing to wake up before dawn to visit the best tourist destinations which are famous for their beautiful sunrise views.
But, did you know Parekraf friends, it turns out that visiting the best sunrise spots is not just about seeing the view of the sunrise and then going home. In fact, we also have the opportunity to hunt and taste the typical regional culinary breakfast menu that Parekraf friends visit.
As a reference, here are the best destinations to hunt for the sunrise while on a culinary tour that would be a shame to miss:
Suroloyo Peak
Discussing Yogyakarta holiday destinations is endless. Apart from traveling to the center of Yogyakarta City and the white sandy beaches, Parekraf friends can take the time to stop by Puncak Suroloyo in the Menoreh Hills. This tourist spot in Samigaluh District, Kulon Progo offers stunning views of the sunrise.
Even though you have to walk up more than 200 steps, the beautiful view at the top will not disappoint. We will be amazed by the view of the sunrise, with a backdrop of the silhouettes of Mount Merapi, Mount Merbabu, Mount Sindoro, Mount Sumbing, and the majestic Borobudur Temple.
Once satisfied with breathing fresh air while enjoying the beauty of the sunrise, we can continue our journey with a culinary hunt. There are many legendary culinary delights in the Kulon Progo area, such as breakfast with sego bless or snacking on typical Kulon Progo geblek.
Punthuk Setumbu
Located about a 40 minute drive from Magelang City, Punthuk Setumbu is the best tourist destination for hunting the sunrise. Located right in Borobudur District, Magelang, Punthuk Setumbu is famous for its sunrise views as beautiful as a painting flanked by Mount Merapi and Mount Merbabu. If we are lucky, we can also see the majestic silhouette of Borobudur Temple shrouded in mist.
If you are hungry after your adventure, you can buy food and drinks at the nearby stalls to fill your stomach. Some of the typical Magelang breakfast menus that Parekraf friends must try are the typical Muntilan empal soup from the popular Sop Empal Bu Haryoko shop. The sauce is warm and fresh, with slices of tender empal meat, perfect for breakfast.
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Photo: The beauty of the sunrise at the Cukul Tea Garden (Shutterstock/D. Herdiana Sumantri) Photo: The beauty of the sunrise at the Cukul Tea Garden (Shutterstock/D. Herdiana Sumantri)
Cukul Tea Garden
Recommended tourist destinations for hunting for sunrises that are no less beautiful are in the tea gardens. Precisely at Sunrise Point Cukul, Cukul Tea Garden area, Pangalengan, Bandung, West Java. Touted as one of the best sunrise spots, the Cukul Tea Garden provides the experience of enjoying the sunrise combined with the morning mist, plus very clean, cool air.
Once you are satisfied enjoying the beauty of the sunrise, Parekraf friends can start hunting for culinary delights for breakfast. There are many typical West Javanese foods that are interesting to taste, such as whipped noodles, cuanki, batagor, and tutug oncom rice which is suitable for breakfast.
Waso Beach
Included in the Labuan Bajo Super Priority Tourism Destination (DPSP) list, Waso Beach has an interesting sunrise spot to explore. Located in Benteng Dewa Village, South Lembor District, West Manggarai, Waso Beach has an attraction that other beaches and sunrise spots don’t have.
When the sun rises, Parekraf friends will be amazed by the view of the sunrise against the backdrop of the green hills that surround the beach. Not to mention, the reflection of sunlight on the rows of rocks on the beach seems to create a very beautiful glow of light.
If you are satisfied with calming down while accompanied by the cool beach air, Parekraf friends can start looking for typical Labuan Bajo food. Such as sour sauce, rumpu rampe, kolo, and corn bose.
To’Tombi Toraja
Another sunrise hunting spot that is a shame to miss is located in South Sulawesi. To be precise in To’Tombi Toraja, Lolai Village, Mamullu Fort, Kapalitu, North Toraja. No less charming than other spots, this tourist destination offers an exotic panorama of the sunrise from a height of 1,300 meters above sea level. The combination of orange sunlight with white clouds makes it seem like you are seeing the sunrise above the clouds.
Once you are satisfied with hunting for the sunrise, Parekraf friends can continue your journey with a typical culinary tour of South Sulawesi. Starting from coto Makassar, pallubasa, limestone, palmar, and nasu likku which are often part of the local people’s breakfast menu.
Come on, plan a holiday while hunting for the sunrise in Indonesia