5 Top Places to see in Lembang, Indonesia

4th October, 2016 | Article By Wander With Jo

Lembang is famous for its green plantations, a panorama of active volcanoes and perfect weather. It is no surprise that the third largest city of Indonesia lures visitors from every corner of the world. The location is just perfect for a relaxed stroll through the green carpets of tea plantations, and you can easily reach the unpredictable fabled craters of volcanoes amidst the calmness of nature.

Here are the top places to explore while in Lembang:

  1. Kawah Putih
    Visit Kawah or the “White Crater”, which is a great wonder and one of the must visit places in Bandung. Fenced by dreamy surroundings, the Crater Lake is definitely a glorious spot to take a photograph. According to villagers, the lake is somewhat mysterious as the animals and birds keep away from it, although this could be due to the strong concentration of sulfur. However, it is perfectly safe for you to roam around.
  2. Tangkuban Perahu
    Do not miss the chance to walk into the live crater,  this is one of the best things to do in Bandung. Just 2 hours from the city of Bandung, walking on the active volcano is certainly a remarkable experience. You can actually witness the strong white steaming smoke produced by the volcano. It is truly a remarkable experience to step inside an active volcano that looks like an overturned boat. There are rows of stores at the top of the crater selling souvenir, handicrafts and street food. Pick a hotel in Lembang like the lovely Lembang Asri Resort so that you don’t have to travel all the way from Bandung, minimizing your time at the volcano.
  3. Dusun Bambu
    Make a relaxing trip to the family leisure park located at the foot of the mountain. Covered by remarkable picturesque surroundings, the huge bamboo structure of Dusun Bambu looks very inspiring. Reach the main area of the park on a fancy-dancy floral shuttle and feast your eyes on the verdant greens on the way and enjoy the cool mountain breeze. Enjoy a great meal at the Tree Top or you can move to the higher altitude of Cafe Burangrang. Get a jaw-dropping view of nature all around you.
  4. Saung Angklung Udjo Show
    Saung Angklung Udjo Show is not be missed if you happen to be in Lembang, and it is certainly one of the happiest places in Bandung. Enjoy the tickling blithe melodies of the Angklung that are sure to put a smile on your face. The music is played on a traditional musical instrument made of bamboo – Angklung. You can dance with all the kids to the happy melodies, and this is definitely one of the best things to do here.
  5. Omuniuum
    Music lovers should stop at Omuniuum where you will find an array of music merchandise, rare music records, and books. A friendly couple runs the store that offers a cozy atmosphere and this is a great place to hang around. You can find seem good books to read here and at a good price.

The above are just a few of the many mesmerizing spots to explore in Lembang and those places are worth visiting. You can book your stay with Traveloka for a fantastic and hassle free holiday.  Note these place down on your list and maximize your holiday experience while in Lembang.

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