It’s a quite diverse place, Bandung, where you can find almost everything that will make a perfect holiday. From mountains to rivers, hot springs to lakes, there is no better way than relaxing to enjoy this beautiful city. Here are top 5 natural tourist destinations that can help loosen up your mind after being chased by hectic work.

Situ Lembang Lake

Despite its status as an artificial lake, Situ Lembang makes a great destination when you have the chance to visit Bandung. Situated in Kertawangi village, Cisarua district, West Bandung region, Situ Lembang lake is famous for its exceptional view. Surrounded by Burangrang mountain, TangkubanPerahu mountain, and Sunda mountain, this particular place offers unlimited tranquility for every visitor. The lake lies at 1,567 meters altitude with around 68 hectares area in which there are pine plantations, mountain forests, ponds, and forests. The dim atmosphere along the way gives you chilly feels, quite spooky but not scary. There, you can fish, ride a boat, or simply take beautiful photos. Although it requires permission to some extent to visit the place, it’s totally worthy.

CurugPelangi – Rainbow Waterfall

As the name suggests, CurugPelangi or rainbow waterfall will release beautiful colors at night, just like the rainbow. When you happen to visit Situ Lembang, you can directly leave for CurugPelangi, as both are in the same area. Areyou wondering how come this distinctive waterfall can let out a variety of colors at night? It’s because the local government installed lights thatenerate the colorful view, and to make it even better, you will be able to witness an extraordinary, spectacular natural view.

White Crater, Ciwidey

The charm of the white crater is unparalleled and eminent among local and international tourists. Located in South Bandung, the crater is surrounded by dense forest, streaming along the side of mountains and its white soil around is like a never-before-scene that you witness. The white crater has turquoise greenish water that contains sulfur, so you need to be careful not to get too close because it’s quite dangerous. However, it is the best place to contemplate and release stress from your frantic schedule.

Ciater Hot Spring

Another impeccable natural tourist destination in Bandung is the Ciater hot spring, which is only 30-minute drive from TangkubanPerahu mountain. The pools are filled with relaxing warm mineral water, streaming directly from active crater of TangkubanPerahu. Take pleasure from the water pools that are rich with active minerals and relieve your skin from any problem. While having a hot bath, you may find a delightful sight, as the hot spring is surrounded by tea plantation.

Tangkuban Perahu Mountain

When you have the chance to visit Ciater hot spring, it’s best to also stop by TangkubanPerahu mountain, which lies roughly about 30 km from the center of Bandung. Well-known for its unforgettable legend of MalinKundang story, TangkubanPerahu mountain is not only successful in attracting local visitors, but also foreign tourists. There, you can also relish a dazzling view of Ratu crater.

It’s no doubt that Bandung is one of the beautiful cities in Indonesia, and it offers unlimited natural attractions that never fail to amaze you. Whatre you waiting for? Take a break, and visit Bandung!