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Dieng Volcanic Complex (also called the Dieng Plateau) is a complex volcano. A complex volcano is an extensive assemblage of spatially, temporally, and genetically related major and minor volcanic centers with the associated lava flows and pyroclastic rocks. The name “Dieng” means “abode of the gods.” There the visitor can find restarted temples build around year 800, colorful lakes and steaming ones. On the road we will see how the farmer use all the land available by using terraces. It’s also fresher up here and we are almost above the clouds. The plateau, located 2,093 meters above sea level, offers two sunrises, the golden sunrise and the silver sunrise. Both are equally amazing natural phenomena. The golden sunrise refers to the first sunrise between 5:30 and 6 a.m. It is said to be golden because of its sparkling golden red color. We can enjoy this sunrise from a viewing post at a height of 1,700 meters above sea level in Wonosobo.
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Duration: 15 hours
Starts: Java, Indonesia
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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Dieng Volcanic Complex (also called the Dieng Plateau) is a complex volcano. A complex volcano is an extensive assemblage of spatially, temporally, and genetically related major and minor volcanic centers with the associated lava flows and pyroclastic rocks. The name “Dieng” means “abode of the gods.” There the visitor can find restarted temples build around year 800, colorful lakes and steaming ones. On the road we will see how the farmer use all the land available by using terraces. It’s also fresher up here and we are almost above the clouds. The plateau, located 2,093 meters above sea level, offers two sunrises, the golden sunrise and the silver sunrise. Both are equally amazing natural phenomena. The golden sunrise refers to the first sunrise between 5:30 and 6 a.m. It is said to be golden because of its sparkling golden red color. We can enjoy this sunrise from a viewing post at a height of 1,700 meters above sea level in Wonosobo.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Sikunir Mountain, Dieng Indonesia
We bring you to Wonosobo where you will pass mountain scenery as we travel through Sindoro – Sumbing Valley, passing through tobacco & tea plantations. Then, be ready to pick up your gear in hiking up to reach the peak of the Sikunir hill to enjoy the surrounding misty atmosphere while waiting for the sunrise. At the top of the hill you will be able to see the view of at least 4 high mountains in Central Java which are Mt. Merbabu, Mt. Sindoro, Mt. Sumbing and Mt. Slamet if the weather permits.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Sikidang Crater, Desa Dieng Kulon, Kecamatan Batur, Dieng Indonesia
Next, we will visit the popular crater (kawah) around Dieng Plateau which is the Sikidang Crater (Kawah Sikidang).
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Arjuna Temple, Dieng Kulon, Dieng Indonesia
Then move on to Arjuna Temples Complex. Candi-candi (ancient temples) dotted around, the most famous being the Arjuna complex not because of its magnificence, what not with the likes of Borobudur and Prambanan not too far off but for its really old age. Here you can find Candi Arjuna, Candi Setiyaki and Candi Bima. They are one of the oldest temples in Indonesia, dating back to 8th century built by the Sanjaya dynasty. It had stood the test of time for a long, long time.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Telaga Warna, Desa Dieng Wetan, Dieng Indonesia
the must visit attraction is to Telaga Warna (colored lake). The name stands as the lake hues of blue and maybe some slight green. Try to walk up the hill beside it to catch a top view of the lake which can be quite beautiful if you caught it during the right light of day
Duration: 1 hour
