Kupang Lontong Murah & Enak DEPOT SUGENG

Sudah lama saya tdk posting di blog kesayangan ini krn terlalu menyibukan diri(belajar jd org sok sibuk …qeqeqe), oh ya kali ini saya akan posting ttg makanan khas dr kota sidoarjo. Kebetulan sekali krn saya baru tahu makanan ini maka saya buat aja postingannya(suka yg nyleneh2 :p) Beberapa waktu lalu saya mendpt info dr kolega pas ketemu di kota asalnya yaitu kota sidoarjo, dan info itu kebetulan jg ttg makanan krn mmg saya adl pecinta kuliner(cinta banget sama jajanan..hehe). waktu itu saya pas pulang dr kota tsb dan kebetulan jg lewat di depan bursa kupang makanan khas sidoarjo, maka langsung aja saya masuk ke bursa tersebut.

Eh tdk disangka ternyata disana ada banyak penjual kupang, dan makananya pun yg dijual bukan hanya kupang lontong tapi ada lontong balap, gado2, rujak cingur rawon, soto, dll lah pokoknya banyak(kebetulan saya jg pas kelaparan…fufufu). Bingung jg waktu pertama masuk bursa tersebut krn ada banyak depot/warung yg hampir semua jual kupang lontong, saya sempat mikir mana depot yg jual kupang lontong yg enak. Nah pas itulah saya teringat info dr kolega saya kl di bursa kupang ada satu depot yg masakan kupangnya bisa dibilang enak. Langsung saja saya cari depot langganan kolega saya tsb.

Ternyata depot langganan kolega saya tdk sulit mencarinya, begitu masuk ke bursa kupang jalan yg sebelah selatan, langsung saja banting stir kekanan, nah dari situ sdh kelihatan spanduk warna biru laut/langit dengan nama DEPOT SUGENG, dengan tulisan kupang lontong yg besar. Memang sih depotnya tidak besar spt yg lain dan tdk seramai depot2 besar yg ada disitu. Namun menunya itu lho ada yg beda dari kebanyakan depot di bursa kupang tersebut, misalnya nasi pecel dan bakso kikil itu yg ada disitu namun tdk ada di depot lainnya. Sudah getu harganya jg tergolong murah dan porsinya jg lebih banyak lho(maklum suka yg murah dan dpt banyak…hahaha), nah pas makan kupang lontong disitu ada kolega saya dr kota lain telpon kebetulan jg pulsa pas habis…untung saja mbak yg jual kupang lontong tsb jualan pulsa(ternyata jual pulsa, rokok dan sembako…lengkap juga jualannya…hahaha).

Oh ya terlalu asik cerita neh tp saya blm sempat ksh tau apa sih makanan kupang lontong itu, kupang lontong adalah nama makanan khas daerah Jawa Timur. Makanan ini terkenal khususnya di daerah Surabaya, Sidoarjo dan Pasuruan. Di daerah pesisir timur Jawa Timur lontong kupang yang terkenal adalah Kupang Keraton. Nama Keraton ini diambil dari sebuan nama daerah atau sebuah nama kecamatan di Kabupaten Pasuruan. Sudah sejak lama penduduk daerah ini mencari dan berdagang kerang kupang. baik dijual mentah ataupun berupa kuliner ( lontong kupang ). Bahan utama yang digunakan adalah kupang putih (Corbula faba H), yaitu hewan laut semacam kerang bentuknya kecil sebesar antara biji beras dan biji kedelai. Kupang yang telah dikupas dan dimasak, ditambahkan lontong dan lentho, kemudian diberi kuah petis dan sedikit perasan jeruk nipis. Untuk menghidangkan biasanya dipadukan dengan sate kerang, serta minuman air kelapa muda atau degan.

Nah agan2 dan mas bro semua kudu coba ini makanan, ternyata enak jg kok…mungkin saya jg akan kembali ke bursa kupang DEPOT SUGENG langganan kolega saya itu tentunya kl pas saya ada kunjungan ke kota sidoarjo. Ngomong2 sdh dl ah postingnya…capek neh ngetiknya…hehehe

5 Unique Places in Indonesia

Often referred to as the “Sleeping Giant” of Asia, Indonesia comprises of more than 17,000 islands, and is also the fourth most populous country in the world, and has the largest Muslim population in the world. Indonesia offers a variety of destinations and places to visit. With these many islands, tourists have the option of going to some of the popular destinations in the country like Bali, touring volcanoes and other land formations, or simply visit mosques or temples. To discuss in detail, some of the top places to visit in Indonesia are:

1. Bali. Home to about 4 million people, Bali is rich in natural resources, friendly people, and a year-round pleasant climate, which makes it relatively easy for travelers accustomed to different seasons to adjust to the temperature and climate of the country. The beaches in Bali are not just your average beach. They are the hot spots at night as the beaches come alive and become venues for dancing, parties, and lots of fun. The abundance of natural resources, flora and fauna makes this island unique.

2. Istiqlal Mosque. The largest mosque in Southeast Asia, the Istiqlal Mosque was constructed in 1975 and can accommodate more than 120,000 people, although it’s not everyday that that many people come to visit this mosque. During Idul Firti and Idul Adha are the days when a lot of people come to pray at the mosque, as these are the holiest days of the year. The name “Istiqlal” means “freedom” and the top floor of the mosque offers a great view of the many people who come to the mosque to pray. Aside from religious facilities, the Istiqlal Mosque also has provisions for social and cultural activities ranging from lectures, seminars, conferences, bazaars, and several programs for women, the youth and children.

3. Prambanan Temple. Known among the locals as Roro Jonggrang, the Prambanan Temple is one of the largest Hindu temples in Southeast Asia. The three main shrines are dedicated to three Hindu gods: Brahma, Shiva, and Vishnu. Aside from the three main shrines, there are a total of 224 temples in the complex. Visitors and tourists are drawn to the sight of the main shrines, which is viewable across great distances and rises above the scattered ruins of former temples. Viewing the sunrise behind the Prambanan Temple is also a must-see, usually around 5:00 in the morning.

4. Sulawesi. Formerly and more commonly known as Celebes and unofficially referred to as Orchid Island, Sulawesi is situated between Borneo and the Maluku Islands. People of Sulawesi are known for their diverse artistic abilities, which include pottery, weaving, and dancing. They are also very good at intricate weaving. When in Sulawesi, it is a must to visit Bunaken, one of Indonesia’s most famous diving areas, which draws scuba divers all over the world. In the waters of Bunaken, it is not uncommon to come across dolphins or schools of whales. The Tana Toraja is another popular tourist destination primarily due to their famed and elaborate burial rites.

5. Lake Toba – is the largest volcanic lake in the world. Lake Toba is usually on most itineraries or agendas of tourists traveling to Sumatra, as the climate is pleasant and the view is spectacular. What makes this lake stand above the rest is that it has a small lake within the lake itself. People who live in the proximity of Lake Toba are usually Bataks – easily distinguishable with their colorful decorations and their houses with unique roofs that curve upward on both ends.

Some Unique Facts About Indonesian

Being Indonesian, let me introduce you to 12 Unique Facts About Indonesia

1. With over 17,000 islands – approximately 6000 of them still inhabited, Indonesia is the largest archipelago country in the world.
2. Over 580 languages and dialects, Bahasa Indonesia is the formal language (I only knows several traditional languages and dialects)
3. Rice is the main food staple in Indonesia. That’s why most Indonesians will say they haven’t had their meal before they had rice even after they had eaten pizza or hamburger!
4. Indonesia is home to one of the previous 7 Wonders of the world – The Borobudur Temple. It’s the biggest Buddhist temple in the world built in 9th century. Still one of the huge tourism spot in Indonesia. Sadly, on the new 7 Wonders of The World, Indonesia fell off the list.

5. The only dragon in the world can be found in Indonesia at the Komodo Island where the Komodo dragon resides.
6. One of the largest Muslim population in the world but Indonesia IS NOT a Muslim country. The government only recognized 6 religions here: Islam, Protestant, Catholic, Buddhist, Hindu and Konghucu.
7. One of the world’s unique funeral procession takes place in a Toraja, a small town in Sulawesi island. Funeral procession will took around 7 days and cost a fortune. That’s why families usually save up their money for years before they can buried their loved ones. Where do they keep the body? In their house! Traditional embalming involved.

8. Bali has been famous for years but Lombok is the most happening place among others beautiful places in Indonesia. Remember, being a country with so many islands there are plenty of beautiful beaches scattered all over Indonesia.

9. Java island where Jakarta is situated is as big as New York State
10. The Dutch (or was known back then as the Dutch East Indies) colonized Indonesia for 350 years.  That’s why many older Indonesians speak fluent Dutch and plenty of Indonesian word derived from their language.
11. Indonesia is home to the largest flower in the world called The Rafflesia aka The Corps flower. Reaching 5ft high and 4ft wide, it only blooms for 3 days and for 8 hours of these 3 days, the flower gives out the rotting flesh smell.
  
12. Indonesian loves spicy foods! Order a pizza or hamburger here, you will get some chili packages!

Tropical Paradise of BALI

Bali Island, the perfect holiday destination for all ages offers something for everyone. Bali offers not just various customs but also various "adrenalin pump" parks. Many exciting amusements are available in Bali, with something new opening all the time. The number of offshore and inland attraction are on the rise because many tourists want them. This tropical paradise has a unique blend of modern tourist facilities combined with wonderful shopping and a rich past and heritage. After white water rafting that has gained popularity in Bali, comes offshore rafting or ocean rafting. 

The more adventurous sort of amusement has now become an alternative sport for tourists. Meanwhile white water rafting is still a popular activity with trips on Ayung, Telaga Waja, Unda Rivers, etc. The tourists can refresh their mind by watching beautiful scenery along the route. Those are not enough, some of the best surfing beaches in the world can be found on the western side of the island whilst conversely the eastern side is a wonderful haven for families, with beautiful white sand beaches and gentle seas.

Bali is small island, just 140 Km by 80 Km and lies between Java, the most highly populated and influential of all the islands, and Lombok, one of the quieter and moderately slower paced islands. Like many islands, Bali has developed a world of its own. It not only captures what is special about Indonesia but also has a uniqueness of its own.

The culture of Bali is unique. People say that the Balinese people have reached self-content. The Balinese people are proud of having preserved their unique Hindu culture against the advance of Islam, the dominant religion throughout Indonesia. This is still reflected in days to day life and can be seen in the numerous ceremonies, Balinese festivals and magnificent temples and palaces. The Balinese are skilled artisans, particularly in woodcarving and in fashioning objects of tortoiseshell and of gold, silver and other metals. 

The Balinese are noted for their traditional dance, the distinctive music of the gamelan and for their skills in weaving cloth of gold and silver threads, Songket, as well as for embroidering silk and cotton clothing. Stone and woodcarvings, traditional and modern paintings and intricately designed jewelry in gold and silver are readily available in shops and galleries throughout the island. As for recreation, there is no shortage of options. Nature walks, horseback riding, diving, surfing - even bungy jumping and white water rafting - await the adventurous here.

Geographically

Bali is volcanically active and extravagantly fertile. Bali has an area of 5620 sq km, measures approximately 140 km by 80 km and is just 8 degrees south of the equator. Mount Agung known as the 'mother mountain' is over 3000 meters. South and north of the central mountains are Bali's fertile agricultural lands. The southern region is a wide, gently sloping area where most of Bali's abundant rice crop is grown. The south-central area is the true rice basket of the Island. The northern coastal strip is narrower, rising more rapidly into the foothills of the central range, but the main export crops, coffee, copra and rice, are grown here. Cattle are also raised in this area.

Climate

Bali has a climate that is tropical all year. The average temperature hovers around 30 degrees Celsius year-round. There are dry and wet seasons -dry from April to September and wet from October to March- but it can rain at any time of year and even during the wet season rain is likely to pass quickly. In general May to August are the best months in Bali. At that time of year the climate is likely to be cooler and the rains lightest. Around the coast, sea breezes temper the heat and as we move inland we also move up so the altitude works to keep things cool. It can get very cool up in the highlands and a warm sweater can be a good idea in mountain villages like Kintamani or Bedugul.

Population
With 2.5 million people, Bali is a very densely populated island. The population is almost all Indonesian, with the usual small Chinese contingent in the big towns, a sprinkling of Indian merchants, plus a number of more or less permanent visitors amongst the Westerners in Bali.

Culture
Each stage of Balinese life is marked by a series of ceremonies and rituals known as Manusa Yadnya. They contribute to the rich, varied and active life the average Balinese leads. There are ceremonies for every stage of Balinese life but often the last cremation ceremony is the biggest. A Balinese cremation can be an amazing, spectacular, colorful, noisy and exciting event. In fact it often takes so long to organize a cremation that years have passed since the death. During that time the body is temporarily buried. Of course an auspicious day must be chosen for the cremation and since a big cremation can be very expensive business many less wealthy people may take the opportunity of joining in at a larger cremation and sending their own dead on their way at the same time. 

Brahmans, however, must be cremated immediately. Apart from being yet another occasion for Balinese noise and confusion it's a fine opportunity to observe the incredible energy the Balinese put into creating real works of art which are totally ephemeral. There are a lot more than a body gets burnt at the cremation. The body is carried from the burial ground (or from the deceased's home if it's an 'immediate' cremation) to the cremation ground in a high, multi-tiered tower made of bamboo, paper, string, tinsel, silk, cloth, mirrors, flowers and anything else bright and colorful we can think of. The tower is carried on the shoulders of a group of men, the size of the group depending on the importance of the deceased and hence the size of the tower. The funeral of a former rajah high priest may require hundreds of men to tote the tower.

The Beauty of CENTRAL JAVA

Central Java Province, as one of the Indonesia tourist destination areas, offers various kinds of tourist attractions whether natural, cultural, or man made features. Central Java is located exactly in the middle of Java Island. It borders with West Java Province in the western part, while in the eastern part borders with East Java Province. On the part of the southern side lies also the province of Yogyakarta Special Region. Central Java is the island's cultural, geographic, and historic heartland. Universities, dance schools, pottery, handicrafts, textiles and carving, give to the region a rich culture and interesting shopping. 

This is also the place of the famous Javanese temples of Borobudur. But it is not the only ones to be noted; Dieng plateau and Sukuh temple are worth a visit. Performing arts is still widely practiced, and traditional dance dramas (Wayang Orang) or shadow puppets (Wayang Kulit) performances are easy to find. Mountains cross the entire central portion of the province. The cool slopes contain numerous hill resorts (Tawangmangu, Kaliurang, Sarangan).

The very first Moslem kingdom on the island was founded in 1511 at Demak, about 40 km from Semarang. Today Demak is a sleepy little town, however, its glory of the past is still visible from one of the major relics, which is still well preserved. The Grand Mosque, a quaint blend of Hindu and Islamic architecture, still honored and worshipped by Javanese pilgrims. Surakarta, better known as Solo, is the cradle of Javanese culture in the province. TV courts of Solo embody the noble value that the Javanese attach to grace and refinement, with majestic ceremonies and royal festivals still held with great pomp and circumstance. Although no longer the seat of power it once was, descendants of the royal houses of Solo are regarded as leaders of, Javanese culture and traditions, upholding standards of sophistication and conduct.

The rich and fertile plains of the region support an enormous population of over 30 million people. The low land plains are found alongside the northern beaches. The high land plains are found in the Center of Central Java with mountains stretching lengthwise from the west to the east with a line of mountains, such as Mount Slamet (3,428 m), Mount Perahu (2,585 m), Mount Sindoro (3,135 m) Mount Sumbing (3,321 m), Mount Merapi (3,142 m), Mount Ungaran (2,050 m). 

Near the border with East Java Province is Mount Lawu (3,265 m), while on the northern side there is Mount Muria (1,602 m). At the feet of these mountains will find pleasant and cool highland plains with beautiful panoramas such as Baturaden, the Dieng Plateau, Bandungan, Kopeng, Tawangmangu, Solo, etc. Apart from these mountains there are some small mountains and lime mountains. The Biggest Rivers found in the Central Java are Serayu River, with its source from the Dieng Plateau and "Bengawan Solo" River.

 Geographically

Central Java is located between 5o 40' and 8o 30' South Latitude and between 108o 30' and 111o 30' East Longitude. This province is bordered by :

North side: Java Sea
South side: Indian Ocean and the Special Territory of Yogyakarta
West side: West Java Province
East side: East Java Province

Wide Area
The wide area of this province is 34,206 sq. km.

Administration
A governor as a high rank heads Central Java province; Central Java consists of 35 regencies and municipalities. Bupati (Regent) and municipalities head the regency by Walikota (Mayor). The regencies and municipalities divided into district headed by Camat and district divided into villages headed by Lurah or Kepala Desa.

Climate
The average temperature of this area is 21o - 32o C with rainy season on October to April and dry season on April to October.

Religion
The Freedom of embrace religion is fully guaranteed by government. Islam is a greatest number among the five recognized religions (Moslem, Protestant, Catholic, Buddha and Hindu).

Language
Java language with various dialects is the daily language used by most of Central Java people but Bahasa Indonesia as mother tongue.

People
The people of Central Java will welcome all of the tourists with hospitable and friendly. The population is about 30.7 million (based on census in 2002) or about 896 persons per square kilometer with living as farmer, trader, and official government. Besides original tribe, some foreign tribes stay here such as Arabic, Chinese, Indian and Pakistani. "Kebaya" is representing traditional clothes wearied by woman.

Unique Heritage and Culture in YOGYAKARTA

Yogyakarta Special Region (Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta, DIY) is officially one of Indonesia's 32 provinces. Yogyakarta is one of the foremost cultural centers of Java. This region is located at the foot of the active Merapi volcano, Yogyakarta was in the 16th and 17th centuries the seat of the mighty Javanese empire of Mataram from which present day Yogyakarta has the best inherited of traditions. The city itself has a special charm, which seldom fails to captivate the visitor. This province is one of the most densely populated areas of Indonesia. The city came into being in 1755, after the Mataram division into the Sultanates of Yogyakarta and Surakarta (Solo). 

Gamelan, classical and contemporary Javanese dances, wayang kulit (leather puppet), theater and other expressions of traditional art will keep the visitor spellbound. Local craftsmen excel in arts such batiks, silver and leather works. Next to the traditional, contemporary art has found fertile soil in Yogya's culture oriented society. ASRI, the Academy of Fine Arts is the center of arts and Yogyakarta itself has given its name to an important school of modern painting in Indonesia, perhaps best personified by the famed Indonesian impressionist, the late Affandi. Yogyakarta is often called the main gateway to the Central Java as where it is geographically located. It stretches from Mount Merapi to the Indian Ocean. There is daily air service to Yogya from Jakarta, Surabaya and Bali as well as regular train service and easy accessibility by road. Yogyakarta is commonly considered as the modern cultural of Central Java. Although some may prefer Solo as a good runner up, Yogyakarta remains the clear front-runner for traditional dance, Wayang (traditional puppetry) and music. 

Yogyakarta has more than just culture though. It is a very lively city and a shopper's delight. The main road, Malioboro Street, is always crowded and famous for its night street food-culture and street vendors. Many tourist shops and cheap hotels are concentrated along this street or in the adjoining tourist area such Sosrowijayan Street.  The key attraction of Yogyakarta is 'Kraton' (the Sultan's Palace). The Sultan's palace is the centre of Yogya's traditional life and despite the advance of modernity; it still emanates the spirit of refinement, which has been the hallmark of Yogya's art for centuries. This vast complex of decaying buildings was built in the 18th century, and is actually a walled city within the city with luxurious pavilions and in which the current Sultan still resides. Yogyakarta is also the only major city, which still has traditional 'Becak' (rickshaw-style) transport. 

Geographically

Yogyakarta Special Region is geographically located almost equidistant from Indonesia's two most important international gateways, about 600 km from Jakarta and 1000 km from Bali. Yogyakarta also has excellent transport connections by bus, train or plane to the rest of Java, Sumatra, Bali and Lombok. Yogyakarta's Adisucipto Airport is in the process of changing its status in order to receive not only domestics' flights from Bali and Jakarta, but also direct charter and scheduled flights from other countries.

Geographically, Yogyakarta Special Province is situated in the Southern part of Central Java and lies between 7 degree 33' and 8 degree 12', South altitude between 110 degree and 50' East longitude. Some regencies of central Java Province surround the administrative boundaries of this region :

Southern East: Wonogiri Regency
Eastern: Klaten Regency
Northwestern: Magelang Regency
Western: Purworejo Regency

The Indonesian Ocean borders the Southern part of Yogyakarta. The borderline of the seashore stretches from West to East of which the length is around 100 km, started from Congot Beach in Kulon Progo Regency and ended at Sadeng Beach in Gunung Kidul Regency. Because of its location, Yogyakarta is strategically positioned for the economic activity network in Java as well as for the tourist destination area. The special region of Yogyakarta lies midway on the axis of several main tourist destination areas, Jakarta and West Java westward, Central Java northward, East Java and Bali eastward. It is linked by regular rail, road and air services to other parts of Indonesian archipelago.

Climate and Weather in Yogyakarta

The average daily temperature range between 26 degree and 28 degree Celsius with its minimum 18 degree C and maximum 35 degree C respectively. Average humidity is 74% with its minimum of 65% and maximum 84% respectively. The Yogyakarta Special Region lays approximately 7 South of the equator line and is bathed in tropical; sunshine along the year. This region has a tropic climate the daily atmosphere feels a little bit hot and humid. These are only two seasons along the year, the wet or rainy seasons and dry monsoon. Usually the wet seasons begin at September and lasts about August. Generally there is no rainfalls from may to August and there fore the atmosphere feels hot and humid on the day and cool in the night and early morning. The monthly rain falling Yogyakarta varies between 3mm and 496mm in which those above 300mm take place during the month of January up to April. The heaviest rainfall usually occurs in February while the lowest commonly happens between May and October Average annually rainfall is about 1,900mm.

Populations of Yogyakarta

Based on 2000, the total population of Yogyakarta special Region amounted to 3.311.812. Yogyakarta Municipality that has 461,800 inhabitants spread over 32,50 kilometers or the average population density is thus over 14,200 persons per square kilometer. The least densely populated districts is in Gunung Kidul regency which has 720.643 inhabitants and cover 1,485 square kilometers or the density rate is 485 persons per square kilometer. Since a very long time ago the Provincial territory of Yogyakarta Special Region and its surrounding has been decently populated.

The majority residents of Yogyakarta Special Region are Javanese whose language derives from ancient Sanskrit. However, as Yogyakarta is considered to be "Indonesia's academic city" due to the numerous centers for higher learning, many of the inhabitants are student who come from all over Indonesia to study.

Culture of Yogyakarta

The culture Yogyakarta province with its status as a special region lies in the Southern part of Central Java, in the heartland of Javanese culture. As the former capital and the center of several kingdoms in the past, this region and its people are very rich in a variety of cultures. It is widely known from to historical records that the civilization, art and culture had developed well in the center of those kingdoms respectively in the Ancient Mataram Kingdom (8th - 10th Century) era, the second Mataram Kingdom (17th - 18th Century) and Sultanate Ngayogyokarto from the mid of 18th Century up today.

It should be noted that the cultural heritage from the past includes the magnificent temples, the ruins of palaces and monasteries, the various kind of traditions, cultural events, traditional folk and performing arts, architecture and other traditional activities. It is important to note that this is all part of the living culture of Yogyakarta, color of daily activities of live and the local inhabitants behavior, particularly the Javanese community with its traditional way of life and customs. Therefore, because of its culture richness and heritage, Yogyakarta has long been known as the cradle of Javanese culture.

The other legendary name for Yogyakarta City, among the elders as well as the youth generation that is the City of Art and Culture. Traditional and modern exhibition are held almost every day and night about the art of theater, pantomime, music, classic and contemporary dances, poems, etc. Those are flow in the heart of the city. Even more, there are abundant of cultural ceremony, such as Sekaten, Gunungan, Labuhan, Malioboro Fair, etc, which make the city has high value of tradition, art, and culture.

The Magic Power of Tolire Lake

Tolire lake is a lake that located in Ternate, North Maluku. There are two lakes that included in Tolire lake, they are Big Tolire lake and Small Tolire lake which both of them are placed in foot of Gamalama mountain. One each other are separated about 200 meter. Story about this lake started when there is a father that intimated to his daughter till the daughter get pregnant. Then both of them go far away from the community and when they were standing on a field suddenly the land was fall down and created two lakes, big lake that created by the father and small one that created by the girl.

Big Tolire lake is the often object that more visited by both tourist, domestic and tourist that come from the other country. The attractiveness that can interest tourist attention is there are many magic and belief that in Big Tolire lake. First the depth of this lake that unknown till today. It is 50 km under the side of the lake and this is 5 hectare in wide. It is guessed that the depth of lake is related with the sea.

The second interesting subject in Big Tolire lake is the belief about Invisible Crocodile. no one can see this lake except people with clean hurt that can see this crocodile. There are many kind of fish that life in in it. Many people though that the crocodile that life in this lake just trick to forbid people in catching fish to keep lake object. But you will think for twice if you want try to catch fish in it as there is a foreign that swim and he never came back. He might caught by this crocodile.

People around lake also said that there are many treasure that placed in the depth of the lake. These treasure are guessed as old people treasure that thrown into lake as they were afraid it will be took over by colonialism in 15 century ago. This belief has tested by people by sonar detection and the result the found there are metal that found in water lake.

If you still do not believe to the power of this lake you can try it by your self. You can try to throw stones into water. You will find that your first throw is not strong enough. Then you can try for twice and the same thing will see, our stone can not reach lake water. You will not stop throwing stones till you realize that the magic has cover this lake, this magic keep to not reach the lake. The people curious has created new job field for local people. They sell stone for people who want to know directly the power of this lake.

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Jika Anda berkunjung ke Ternate, Maluku Utara, tidaklah lengkap bila tidak menyempatkan diri mampir ke objek wisata Danau Tolire. Danau yang terletak sekitar 10 km dari pusat kota Ternate ini, selain bentuknya unik juga memiliki cerita legenda yang menarik. Danau Tolire berada di bawah kaki Gunung Gamalama, gunung api tertinggi di Maluku Utara. Danau itu sendiri terdiri dari dua buah. Masyarakat setempat menyebutnya Danau Tolire Besar dan Danau Tolire Kecil. Jarak antara keduanya hanya sekitar 200 meter.

Dari kedua danau ini, Danau Tolire Besar memiliki keunikan tersendiri. Danau ini menyerupai loyang raksasa. Dari pinggir atas hingga ke permukaan air danau dengan kedalaman sekitar 50 meter dan luas sekitar 5 hektar. Sementara kedalaman danau itu sendiri hingga kini tidak diketahui. Sampai saat ini belum ada yang mengukur kedalaman danau ini. Tetapi menurut cerita leluhur, kedalamannya berkilo-kilo meter dan berhubungan langsung dengan laut.

Danau Tolire Besar ber-air tawar dengan berbagai macam ikan hidup di situ. Namun, warga masyarakat setempat tidak ada yang berani menangkap ikan atau mandi di danau itu. Mereka meyakini bahwa danau yang airnya berwarna coklat kekuning-kuningan itu, dihuni oleh banyak buaya siluman. Hingga kini, kebenaran akan cerita tersebut masih menjadi misteri.

Keunikan lain dari danau ini adalah kalau melempar sesuatu ke danau, bagaimana pun kuatnya lemparan dengan menggunakan batu atau benda lain, misalnya, tidak akan pernah menyentuh air danau. Padahal saat melempar dari pinggir atas danau, air danau terlihat berada di bawah kaki si pelempar. Barangkali mereka yang pertama kali berkunjung ke danau itu, tidak akan percaya dengan fakta itu. Ini cerita misteri lain dari danau tersebut.

Namun, mereka boleh mencoba melemparnya setelah membeli batu yang banyak dijual di pinggir danau seharga Rp 1.000 untuk lima biji batu. Sejauh ini tidak seorang pun mampu melemparkan batu-batu itu hingga menyentuh permukaan air danau. Aneh bukan?

Menurut warga masyarakat setempat, banyak harta karun tersimpan di dasar Danau Tolire Besar. Harta karun ini milik masyarakat Kesultanan Ternate saat Portugis menjajah Ternate abad ke-15. Masyarakat Ternate saat itu banyak membuang hartanya yang berharga ke dalam danau agar tak dirampas tentara Portugis.

Sejauh ini belum ada instansi atau pihak tertentu yang melakukan penyelidikan secara khusus atas kebenaran pengakuan masyarakat itu. Namun beberapa waktu lalu, seorang anggota Brimob dengan menggunakan sonar mendeteksi benda-benda yang ada di dasar danau. Hasilnya, terindikasi ada benda-benda logam ‘bersemayam’ di dasar danau itu

Danau Tolire Besar dan Tolire Kecil, menurut cerita masyarakat setempat, dulunya adalah sebuah kampung yang masyarakatnya hidup sejahtera. Kampung ini kemudian dikutuk menjadi danau oleh penguasa alam semesta, karena salah seorang ayah di kampung itu menghamili anak gadisnya sendiri.

Saat ayah dan anak gadisnya yang dihamilinya itu akan melarikan diri ke luar kampung, tiba-tiba tanah tempat mereka berdiri anjlok dan berubah menjadi danau. Danau Tolire Besar dipercaya sebagai tempat si ayah. Sedangkan Danau Tolire Kecil diyakini sebagai tempat si gadis.

 

10 menit dari Ternate

Untuk mengunjungi Danau Tolire Besar dan Tolire Kecil, tidaklah sulit. Untuk mencapai tempat itu hanya dibutuhkan waktu sekitar 10 menit dari pusat kota Ternate, dengan menggunakan mobil carteran, atau menyewa ojek sepeda motor dengan tarif puluhan ribu per jam.

Saat mengunjungi Danau Tolire Besar, banyak objek wisata lainnya yang bisa dinikmati, seperti keindahan panorama puncak Gunung Gamalama, sejumlah benteng peninggalan Portugis dan makan Sultan Babullah, Sultan Ternate yang paling terkenal – yang terdapat di jalan menuju danau tersebut.

Selain itu, ‘kita’ dapat pula menikmati keindahan pasir putih Pantai Sulamadaha, yang terletak hanya sekitar tiga kilomerer dari Danau Tolire Besar. Dari sini, pengunjung juga bisa menyewa perahu untuk memancing ikan atau pergi menyelam menyaksikan keindahan panaroma bawah laut di sekitar pantai itu..

 

Yang Unik dari Danau Ini

- Bentuknya : Seperti loyang raksasa

- Masyarakat tidak ada yang berani menangkap ikan atau mandi di danau itu.

- Konon danau Tolire dihuni banyak buaya siluman

- Bila melempar sesuatu ke danau, lemparan tersebut tidak akan pernah menyentuh air danau.

- Banyak harta karun tersimpan di Danau Tolire Besar. Harta karun ini milik masyarakat Kesultanan Ternate saat Portugis menjajah Ternate abad ke-15. Masyarakat Ternate saat itu banyak membuang hartanya yang berharga ke dalam danau agar tak dirampas tentara Portugis.