Karang Bolong Beach (Anyer)
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Karang Bolong | |
 Location in the coast of West Java | |
| Coordinates: 6°10.024′S 105°51.039′E / 6.167067°S 105.850650°E | |
| Country | Indonesia |
| Province | Karang Bolong |
Karang Bolong (pronounced Ka•Rang-Boh•Lohng) is located on the coast of Anyer, West Java, Indonesia.[1]
The name Karang Bolong means Rock (Karang) with a Hole (Bolong). The mountain was created by frozen lava, formed during the eruption of Mount Krakatau. Karang Bolong beach is located 50 km from Serang town or 140 km from Jakarta, on Karang Bolong Street.[2]
The land features beautiful majestic views of the Selat Sunda Ocean where people from all over Indonesia come to visit the national landmark, called the Karang Bolong (translation: mountain with hole). This landmark features a mountain with a hole right in the middle – similar to one of a cave (created from the volcanic lava, Krakatoa). Visiting this national landmark, one will experience the most breathtaking sunsets, as well as beautiful views of the Krakatoa Volcano Mountain (which is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Southeast Asia), the Indian Ocean and mountain views. These attractions are ideal for those interested in Ecotourism Development. With location just off the main Anyer-Labuan, this Karang Bolong is easily accessible. It is located only a few minutes from Labuan and Cilegon town where you find paddys fields, fisherman villages, traditional open markets, supermarkets, mosques, gas stations, golf communities, government offices, bank services, medical facilities, restaurants and more. Furthermore, this majestic land is just about one hour away from the International Airport of Soekarno Hatta, Tangerang and just about two hours (approximately 160 km) away from Jakarta thru Merak-Anyer highway. Alongside of Anyer to Karang Bolong, you will found so many cottages and hotels.
References
- ↑ "Karang Bolong Beach Tourism". Indonesia-tourism.com. Retrieved 2014-01-18.
- ↑ "Karang Bolong Beach | Explore's Story - KBA Tur". Explorer.kbatur.com. 2012-12-03. Retrieved 2014-01-18.