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It turned out that in Papua there is such a beautiful place Sentani Lake. Many people think of Papua contains only the hills, forests, and hot weather only. But the truth is a lot of Papua Bahari tourism potential is not inferior to other places. Sentani lake is the proof.

Papua has incredible natural beauty, from mountains, seas, lakes and valleys. Located close to Jayapura, Lake Sentani successful tour to be excellent. All was peaceful as the beauty of Lake Sentani greet you.

Island in eastern Indonesia is not only synonymous with Jayawijaya Mountains, or the Raja Ampat Islands, or Baliem Valley. Variety of landscape is also equipped with the Sentani Lake, located 50 kilometers from the city of Jayapura.

Sentani name was first mentioned by a priest, BL Bin, when in 1898 a mission in the area of ​​this lake. The word Sentani meaning here we live in peace. Apparently, the meaning Sentani proved. Anyone who's been to this lake, including you, will feel very peaceful because of the beautiful nature and friendly people.

Sentani lake on the slopes of the Cyclops Mountains, right in the height of 75 meters above sea level. With an area of ​​approximately 9360 hectares, Sentani lake the largest in Papua. This lake also has 21 small islands scattered in the waters. The combination of blue lakes and green pastures produce a contrasting color around the eye-catching.

A boat ride around the lake is one of the most popular activities. You can rent a motor boat in the local village. Wander into small islands, visiting the homes of local people in each stage. The residents Lake Sentani itself is well-known creative. That said, the results of their crafts are the best in Papua.

Fishermen is a profession that most locals acted. There are at least 33 species of fish that live in this lake, half of which are endemic to Papua. A native species of fish this lake is reputedly saw fish (Pristis Microdon), but is expected to have become extinct. The form is now used as a model in wood carving handicrafts typical of local communities.

One more famous of these lakes, namely Sentani Lake Festival. The annual festival is usually held for five consecutive days in mid-June. At this festival, you can watch traditional dance show performed on the boat. In addition, there are also various rituals and war dances typical of Papua, as well as a variety of local cuisine.

So, if a visit to Jayapura, a time to yourself to enjoy the natural beauty of Sentani Lake. Many traveler says, a gift which would you take it from here, nothing but a bunch of wonderful stories.