Mount Bromo Travel

Love Hill of Bromo the Alternative Place to See the Sunrise

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Love Hill of Bromo the Alternative Place to See the Sunrise

Explore the beauty sunrise on Love Hill of Bromo

Love Hill of Bromo or Bukit Cinta Bromo is an alternative place to see the stunning beauty of sunrise on Bromo. Just like King Kong Hill, the Love Hill spot is also less well-known than the main spot name it Penanjakan 1, where the most clear view of sunrise on Mount Bromo can be gotten from this spot.

However, if you think that Puncak Penanjakan 1 is too narrow of other tourists, you can choose Love Hill as a good alternative besides the Seruni point and King Kong Hill.

Where is the Location of Love Hill of Bromo?

Love hill of Bromo is located about 5 kilometers from the summit of Penanjakan 1. Besides as an alternative view point of Bromo volcano, it is also a popular layover area for the tourists that have known about this spot and those who come back from viewing point on Puncak Penanjakan 1.

If you also have been view the amazing beauty of sunrise on Mount Bromo from Puncak Penanjakan 1 view point, you can ask the Bromo Jeep rental driver to stop in Love Hill and other alternative viewpoints when peak season. You will get amazing of the Mount Bromo beauty viewing experience from the different spots. T

ake some pictures of the gorgeous mountain and the surrounding nature for some memorabilia.

The Alternative of Bromo’s Sunrise View Point

Mount Bromo is one part of Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park with the awesome surrounding natural beauty. It makes Mount Bromo is always fully narrow on holidays, especially on the main view point of Puncak Penanjakan 1. You should come to the viewing spot in early dawn.

Otherwise, the location will be fully narrow by the other tourists, because most tourists must choose it as the first place for sunrise viewing. If you think that you are late, then you can choose the Love Hill, as the alternatives to see the sunrise.

Love Hill of Bromo the Alternative Place to See the Sunrise

Actually, the alternative viewing spots also give amazing views of Mount Bromo Sunrise. However, most tourists choose Penanjakan 1 as the first spot to enjoy the sunrise view. Therefore, make sure that you wake up early if you want to enjoy the Sunrise in the most amazing view. Hopefully, you are fortunate enough to see the amazing beauty completely without any cloudy weather that closes the view. But when you find the main viewing spot has been fully stuffy, just go to the Love Hill of Bromo.

Kingkong Hill of Bromo

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Kingkong Hill of Bromo

Have you visited the kingkong hill Bromo on mount Penanajakan ?

Kingkong hill of Bromo on of the alternative place to see the sunrise in Bromo, information is probably the thing you need to know more right now. You might have not visited Bromo, but you have heard a lot about some alternatives places to see beautiful sunrise in Bromo. Kingkong hill is one of those places you must not miss. Only a few tourists know about this place.

When visiting Mount Bromo East Java, the very first place crosses their mind will be Penanjakan 1 Bromo, the highest place to see sunrise 2770masl. Where as there are some other great places to see the Bromo’s morning beauty like Love Hill and Penanjakan 2 Bromo. Let’s get to know more of Kingkong hill ( Kedaluh hill ).

Kingkong Hill of Bromo

More on Kingkong hill of Bromo

Kingkong hill is familiar with the alternative place to see the sunrise, is also commonly call it Bukit Setya. When Penanjakan 1 Bromo is too narrow to visit, this is one strategic place to see sunrise. Its location is only about 2.5 km from the Penanjakan 1 Bromo. But this place is lower than Penanjakan 1 Bromo. In big holidays or certain days like Thursday till Sunday, Penanjakan 1 Bromo is usually stuffy. Kingkong hill (the alternative place to see the sunrise) is great choice to visit althouth maybe the price of the entry ticket is higher than regular days.

Why is it call it the Kingkong hill?

There is no legal opinion why the places is call it the Kingkong hill. However, there are some sources that mention that one of the cliffs in the Kingkong hill is similar with the head of a kingkong. Probably that is why it is then call it the Kingkong hill. The cliff that is naturally crafted is right behind the limiting fences where tourists stand to see the view. When you take a look at it more carefully, you will see eyes and nose that are similar with the ones belong to a kingkong.

Conclution

The access to this place is quiet easy. Compared to Penanjakan 1 Bromo, the access to Kingkong hill is much easier than to Penanjakan 1 Bromo. From the jeep parking lot, we only have to walk as far as 200 m. While to Penanjakan 2 Bromo, we must walk for 500 – 700 m. Getting more interested in Kingkong hill of Bromo (the alternative place to see the sunrise)?

Penanjakan 2 of Seruni View Point

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Penanjakan 2 of Seruni View Point

Don’t Skip the Seruni Point Bromo, others option to see Bromo sunrise.

Penanjakan 2 of Seruni view point can be the best place to enjoy sunrise when you are in Bromo. If you are planning to visit this tour place, be sure you know all of things about it. This is important for you to make good preparation. Besides making budgeting plan, there are a lot of things to consider before stepping your feet on Seruni view point. The weather is pretty cold.

Be sure you bring with you many warming clothes which include scarves, hats and gloves. Never underestimate the weather changing, especially if you live in warm weather region. So here is about Penanjakan 2 Seruni view point you should know.

Penanjakan 2 of Seruni View Point

Knowing more about Penanjakan 2 of Seruni view point

Like going to Mount Penanjakan view point 1, in order to get to Seruni Point, you also need certain cars like hardtop or jeep. The area is pretty ascending and steep and when you arrive in the jeep parking lot, you have to take a walk. The walk may take time about 20 minutes or more. It depends on the weather and of course, your health condition.

It is guaranteed that when you are visiting Seruni point, you will not get disappointed as the view also beatiful. From this place you can see the view of enchanting Mount Bromo perfectly. What is more amazing is that you will not only be able to see the view of Mount Bromo (2.329m asl) but also Mount Semeru (3.676m asl), Mount Kursi as well as Mount Batok.

The other stunning places you can visit in Bromo

When you have visited Penanjakan view point 1 and have not skipped the Seruni point, there are more places worth visiting. There are many spots in Bromo that we used for movies shoots, like Pasir Berbisik Bromo. This is an amazing ocean of sand which is located around Kaldera Bromo. This is one of the tour places that you should not skip when visiting Bromo. Besides whispering sands (Pasir Berbisik), you should also visit the Grassland Savanna of Bromo. It is the place where you can enjoy rows of beautiful hills with cool weather.

Penanjakan 2 of Seruni View Point

If you plan to spend several days in Bromo, it is suggested that you take Bromo tour package that covers this tour places as well. Search more information about the other enchanting tour places beside the Penanjakan 2 of Seruni view point.

Mount Penanjakan View Point 1

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Mount Penanjakan View Point 1

Looking at Sunrise at the Right Place in Bromo

Mount Penanjakan View Point 1 is one of the best places to see the morning beauty of nature. There are good tour places in Indonesia where we can see the beautiful sunrise. You might not have visited Mount Bromo but plan to go there the next holiday. You might also have heard about Penanjakan view point 1 and 2.

There are differences between Penanjakan view point 1 and 2 or what is commonly called Penanjakan 1 Bromo and Penanjakan 2 Bromo. You need to be prepared for the journey. Although it might not as tough as you think, but there are still things to prepare. Be sure you bring jackets, sweaters and long sleeves shirt or t-shirt as well as scarves. If you usually live in normal temperature, you might experience temperature shock. But that is always can be handled by warming clothes and other stuff like gloves and hat.

Mount Penanjakan View Point 1

The difference between Penanjakan view point 1 and 2

So here are the differences between Penanjakan view point 1 and 2. You may choose to try those both place to decide which one is better. The Penanjakan view point 1 is one of the places to see Bromo sunrise. The Mount Bromo itself is located in the 2770 meter above the sea surface.

While the Penanjakan view point 1 is located right in the west side. It is still include in TNBTS or Taman Nasional Bromo Tengger Semeru, East Java. This is one of a must visit places when you arrived in Bromo. The area is pretty tough. You need to rent a jeep or hardtop to get there. Usually, tourists can rent the car along with the Bromo tour package. Common cars or vehicles cannot be useful, considering the rough and tough area.

The Penanjakan Bromo 2

Most tourists might miss this Penanjakan Bromo 2 because they have already satisfied seeing the sunrise in the Mount Penanjakan view point 1. Well, this place is actually can be the best alternative when the other places to see sunrise in Bromo is not available for certain reasons. There might be certain ceremonial or governmental visit.

Penanjakan Mount Bromo Sunrise 2 is located in Seruni Village, Sukapura. This place was temporarily closed because of landslide. However after some time, when the road has been restore, Penanjakan 2 Bromo is open by for public. Be sure you bring with you all you need before visiting this place and Mount Penanjakan view point 1. for more detail information please feel free call us.

The Legend story of mount Bromo

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The Legend story of mount Bromo

Legend story of mount Bromo

The Legend story of Mount Bromo is what we will discuss in this article. Mount Bromo is one of the active volcanoes in Java that is famous for its beauty. People come for enjoying the sunrise on top of the mountain or admiring the massive Tengger Caldera surrounded by a sea of fine volcanic sand. But there is a legend behind it that you may want to know.

The Tengger

Legend has it that the princess from Majapahit, who was a daughter of King Brawijaya, named Roro Anteng and her husband Joko Seger fled to Bromo region to get to safety from Madurese Muslim forces in the 15th century. Then they named the area “Tengger” from a partial combination of their last names.

The Legend story of mount Bromo

The kingdom under their rule was prosperous, but they couldn’t have any child. They prayed to the gods of Mount Bromo for children. One day, the god Hyang Widi Wasa answered they prayer and granted their request. They would be having children under one condition: they have to sacrifice their last born and throw him to the crater of Mount Bromo.

They were blessed with 25 children. When the last children was born, Prince Kesuma, Roro Anteng and Joko Seger refused to fulfill the couples promise to the god. In the rage and fury of the god, Mount Bromo erupted and dragged Kesuma into the crater. Kesuma’s brothers and sisters held an offering ceremony to please the gods of Mount Bromo. The ceremony has been held annually ever since.

The Legend Today

The Tengger people, the descendants of Roro Anteng and Joko Seger still keep the legend alive to this day. Tengger people hold the ceremony every year, which is calling Kasodo, to please the gods of Mount Bromo. The Kasodo ceremony is holding every full moon of the 12th month of the Tengger Calendar.

On the ceremony, Tengger people bring offerings to please the gods. They offer fruits and small animals in flower decorated containers. At midnight, they gather on the temple of Pura Luhur Poten. Then on the 14th day of the ceremony, they walk around the edge of Mount Bromo and travel up the mountain with their offerings to throw to the crater.

The Legend story of mount Bromo

Mount Bromo is a wonderful and magical place. If you wish to witness its Kasada ceremony, please consult the local tourism centers for schedules and information whether tourists are allowing to spectate the ceremony that year. For a one of a kind traveling site, Bromo is the right choice for you to enjoy the scenery, the fresh air, interact with the locals and get to know a new culture, or experience the legend story of Mount Bromo. for more detail information please feel free call us.

Route and Access to Mount Bromo

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Route and Access to Mount Bromo

How to Get to Mount Bromo East Java ?

Route and access to Mount Bromo are various. There are many tour packages that can get you to Mount Bromo since it is one of the most accessible active volcanoes. But if you have more time and you want to enjoy the view along the way, stopping every here and there, you may want to travel by yourself. Here are some route and access to Mount Bromo from different starting points.

Route and Access to Mount Bromo

Route and Access to Mount Bromo from Surabaya

There is an international airport in Surabaya. You can get direct domestic flights to Surabaya from Jakarta, Bali, and Yogyakarta. There are also direct international flights from Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and other Asian countries. Once you get to the Juanda Airport in Surabaya, get a shuttle bus to Bungurasih (also called Purabaya) bus station. And then take an air-conditioned bus to Probolinggo. From Probolinggo, go to Cemoro Lawang by taking a mini bus outside the bus station. Cemoro Lawang is the closest village to Mount Bromo. There are places where you can stay overnight because so many hotel and homestay.

Route and Access from Malang

Malang can’t be reached directly from outside the country. There is a small airport for domestic flights you can reach from Jakarta, Bandung, and Bali. However, there are many buses and trains you can take to go to Malang area. Once you get in the city, go to Arjosari bus station and take a taxi to Tumpang. So from Tumpang, find a ride to Ngadas and then go to Jemplang. Once you are in Jemplang, you can go to Bromo by taking a four-wheel drive or by walking. Note that this route is not as popular as the other route from Probolinggo, therefore you may find it difficult to get transportation or a place to stay in the way.

Route and Access from Yogyakarta

Yogyakarta is one of the most visited city. There are many domestic and international tourists there. You can meet new people or even ask a fellow backpackers to come with you to explore Mount Bromo from Yogyakarta. There is no direct route from Yogyakarta to Mount Bromo, you have to take flights to Surabaya or train to Malang, then go to Bromo from one of those city.

Route and Access from Bali Island

After sunbathing and enjoying the beauty of Balinese beaches, you might want to explore the beauty of Indonesian mountains. Mount Bromo is just the perfect choice for you. Same as the route from Yogyakarta, you need to take transportation’s to either Surabaya or Malang. And then go to Mount Bromo from there.

Wherever your starting point is, make sure you have researched enough to know the conditions you might have during the trip. For the best experience, consult a local for route and access to Mount Bromo.

Route and Access to Mount Bromo

This route to Bromo located in east Java is recommend way for those who like backpacker trip. You just take and choose the easy way to Bromo.