The volcano is located on the island of Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara and is touted as the most beautiful mountain in Indonesia. Of peak depict natural scenery second to none would not be surprised if the top of the mountain region has become a haven of photography and the most popular camping destination in the country.
The peak of Mount Rinjani have vast caldera containing water such as a lake. Residents around it as Segara Anak. This mountain has an altitude of 3726 meters above sea level placing it as the second highest volcano in Indonesia. For climbers true Gunug certainly never climb there or the dream of one day having to climb to the peak.
Mount Rinjani National Park is representative of ecosystem types, lower montane rain forest to high mountains and savannas in Nusa Tenggara, with an area of 41,330 ha.
TNGR area is located on the island of Lombok is a mountainous area with an altitude ranging 500 - 3726 m above sea level (Peak Rinjani), with a variation of slope varied: flat, undulating, hilly to mountainous.
No doubt that the island of Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara province has many tourist destinations are very beautiful. In addition to coastal and underwater beauty, Lombok has its natural attractions. One very tempting nature is Segara Anak Lake, located at the summit of Mount Rinjani.
According to the story the local community, this lake name itself comes from the word Segara Anak which means Son of the Sea. It is based on the color of the lake water and resembles the bluish color of the sea water.
It is not easy to reach the lake Segara Anak. Travellers should walk takes for 9 hours. Although very tiring, but will be paid after arriving, because the scenery on offer is amazing. One of the uniqueness of this lake is a mountain located in the middle of the lake. The mountain was named Mount Baru Jari.
Around Lake Segara Anak, tourists can find some of springs with different levels. The tourists can soak in the tub as much natural it or just dip legs tired of walking all day. According to the trust Sasak, water source heat aiar it can be a cure all diseases.
And in this area there is also an old tree sacred by the locals. With this tree intermediaries believed that what we want can be fulfilled. Myths that developed in the local community that if you have a desire that has not been fulfilled then hang a stone on this tree and say your wishes. If your desire is reached, then the stone before you hang it should be released immediately.
Because of its beauty, many tourists come there not only see the beauty of nature but also at the same time doing other fun activities. One is to spend the night around the lake.
Besides being used as a tourist attraction, Lake Segara Anak is also believed to be one of the sacred and religious value high so it is widely used by local people to perform various rituals.
It is said that the area around the lake is believed to be the dwelling place of the genie inhabitants of Mount Rinjani. So as to honor the occupants of the Hindu and Sasak
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