11 World Famous Buddha Statues

1.  Borobudur Buddha Statue

Buddha statues in Borobudur temple is a masterpiece of Indonesia ancient artist. All position of each Buddha statues are on sitting position with different hand styles. In the past time there are 504 Buddha statues, 300 statues were damaged and 43 statues lost.

2. Hussain Sagar Buddha Statue

This Buddha statue situated in the middle of man-made lake in Hyderabad, India. The statue has 17 metres of height and 320 tons of weight. It is the biggest monolithic statue in India, which created by sculptor only with a big stone. Tragic, when this statue was built, the statue fallen off into the lake and killed 8 employees. Then government refixed the statue and now being an attraction in Hyderabad.

3. Tian Tan Buddha Statue

Tian Tan Buddha statue located in Lantau Island, Hong Kong. Made from bronze and finished at 1993. This Buddha Statue is main attraction of Po Lin Monastery which is symbolizing harmonization between human, nature, society, and religion. It is called Tian Tan due to below this statue is a Tian Tan Temple replica in Beijing. This statue has 34 metres of height and its posture symbolizing the quietness.

4. Monywa Buddha

Monywa is a city in the middle of Myanmar that located on Chindwin river. Here you can see the biggest lying down Buddha statue in the world. This statues has 90 metres of length and. The head of statues has 60 feet of height. Monywa Buddha built in 1991 and visitors can get into the statue.

5. Ayutthaya Buddha Head

Ayutthaya City in Thailand has unusual Buddha statue in the world. Between the ruins of Wat Mahathat, there is a statue which has been lost by time and only its head left, flanked by trees. This is being one of the beautiful statue in the world.

6. Gal Viharaya

Located in Sri Lanka, Polonnaruwa is a site which the most popular Buddha Statue lies down.  The monastery of the stone established in 12^th century. In the middle of te monastery there are 4 big Buddha statues lies down along 14 metres and a big 7 meters standing big Buddha statue.

7. Ushiku Daibutsu

Ushiku Daibutsu located in Ushiku city, Japan. Finished in 1995, this statue is one of the tallest statue in the world. Ushiku Daibutsu has 120 meters of height.

8. Temple of The Reclining Buddha

Located in Bangkok, Wat Pho is famous with a big lying down Buddha statue. This monastery being a largest and oldest monastery in Bangkok. This status was built 200 years after Bangkok being the capital city of Thailand.

9. Great Buddha of Kamakura

 Great Buddha of Kamakura or Daibutsu Kamakura in Japanese, is a historic bronze statues from Amida Buddha in Kamakura, Japan. The statue stands in peace above Kotokuin land. Daibutsu Kamakura being a top icon of Japan tourism industry.

10. Temple of The Emerald Buddha

Another popular monastery in Bangkok is Wat Phra Kaew. Inside the monastery there is Buddha Zamrud statue, the oldest and the most popular Buddha statue in the world. Based on folktales, this statue created in India about 43 BC in Pataliputra and stayed there for 300 years. In 4^th century AD, this statue brought to Sri Lanka bay monks to save it from war. And then brought to Thailand and moved to Wat Phra Kaew in 1779.

11. Leshan Giant Buddha

Leshan Giant Buddha is one of the human masterpiece.The statue was carved on a valey that directly heading the sea in Sichuan, western China. Started from Tang Dinasty in 713 AD, this Buddha statue had just finished in 803 AD (90 years) involving many efforts from sculptors and artists.  

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Bali Honeymoon Trip

Day 1

Few years ago I had a good honeymoon trip in Bali with my husband. During honeymoon in Bali, I got so many memorable moment in Bali. From the first day until my last day in Bali. 

Bali has been always a good destination for all of us to get memorable honeymoon in Bali. Now I want to share my honeymoon story with my husband in Bali.

My Bali honeymoon started with getting Spa at Kayumanis Nusa Dua Private Bali and Spa. We got 180 minutes service at here. We enjoy a luxurious cream bath followed by a body scrub and in the end we sat on sparkling wine. 

at night, we had romantic dinner on Canggu Beach. We ordered seafood, beef, and italian menu when had dinner on Canggu beach. 

Day 2


After having romantic day at first day, we continued our honeymoon trip to Elephant Safari Park. We watched elephant talent show and went on a half hour elephant trek along a specially designed night trail through the cool forest. 

In the afternoon, I got another romantic moment with my husband. We did horseriding along the beach while enjoying beutiful sunset. And we ended the evening with romantic dinner near its horseriding area. 

Day 3

Last our honeymoon day in Bali, ended by doing private cooking school. We enjoyed last day in Bali with learning how to cook Bali foods and menus. Several hotels providing Private cooking school service, but we chose Bumbu Bali to have the private cooking. 

The chef and his assistant demonstrated to us how to cook foods with Bali seasoning. 

How great honeymoon I have got with my husband in Bali. It would be unforgettable honeymoon we had.

http://www.tourexplora.com/tour/715/bali-honeymoon-trip

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Trip to Karimun Jawa Islands

Day 1

I have a plan since long time ago to have a trip to Karimun Jawa Islands. Karimun Jawa Islands is being a top favourite attraction right now. There are so many view we can see in these Islands, and because of that I made a plan to take a trip to Karimun Jawa Islands. 

Okay, here is my plan tour during my trip to Karimun Jawa. I will start my trip from my town, Surabaya. I'm going toward Tanjung Mas, Semarang to cross to Karimun Jawa by boat. The information I have got, the boat only depart in the morning at 09:00 am. I shouldn't be late then. 

From Tanjung Mas, the journey will take about 4 hours to be arrived at Karimun Jawa. If my boat departs from 09:00 am, I will be at Karimun Jawa at 13:00 pm. 

After landing on Karimun Jawa, I will go to Cemara Besar Island to swim, sunbathing and enjoying the wind. Then before the sunset coming up, I want to visit Tanjung Gelam Island for seeing the sunset there. I will take some pictures there. 

At night, hotel is my only destination. I won't go anywhere at night, but maybe I need to buy souvenirs near my hotel.

Day 2

In the early morning, I should wake up earlier to enjoy the beautiful sunrise from my hotel. After seeing the beauty of the sunrise, I need to breakfast and take a bath. Then packing my clothes to be brought to my next destination. Because I have to go home at this day. 

okay, at 08:00 am I want to reach Small Menjangan Island (Pulau Menjangan Kecil). I really want to do Snorkeling, hunting some pictures, and playing with cute fishes on the beach. 

Satisfied being at Pulau Menjangan Kecil. I would like to aim Pulau Menjangan Besar. In there, I can play with many turtles, and I can see the eggs of turtle above the sand. This island is very reccomended to visit. 

Huufft.. It would be an exhausting day. In the afternoon, I should go back home to Surabaya. I will be arrived at home at night, it spends 6 hours to be arrived at my home from Karimun Jawa. 

http://www.tourexplora.com/tour/494/trip-to-karimun-jawa

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Exploring Raja Ampat

Right now Raja Ampat is being one of the most popular diving spot in the world. For me as the dive lovers, Raja Ampat is the right place to visit.

The place to be for the spoiled diver. Recognized as the richest reefs of the world. No where else can you see so many species of fish and corals in one dive. That and the fact that Raja Ampat is so remotly located, makes diving here among the best in the world.

There are several liveaboards through the area, but you can also go to the landbased, smack in the middle, Kri Eco Resort or the (more expensive and luxurious) Sorido Resort. Both owned by Max Ammer. Max pioneered the area and knows the best dive sites. 

http://www.tourexplora.com/tour/622/exploring-raja-ampat

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9 Barang Aneh Yang Pernah Dibawa Penumpang Pesawat

Pada saat check in di bandara, Kita tentunya sudah familiar dengan pertanyaan : Apakah anda membawa tas anda sendiri ?  Apakah ada seseorang yang menanyakan barang bawaan apa saja yang anda bawa ? Mungkin sudah saatnya petugas penerbangan harus  menyesuaikan pertanyaan-pertanyaan mereka ke penumpang jika mereka membaca kasus –kasus unik yang dilakukan oleh penumpang pesawat. Inilah 9 barang aneh yang pernah dibawa penumpang pesawat :

1. Eksperimen Ilmiah

 Di landasan udara Eppley, Nebraska seorang mahasiswa berhasil membuat diam semua orang yang ada di terminal karena mahasiswa tersebut kedapatan  membawa proyek ilmiah ke dalam pesawat penerbangan domestik. 9 penerbangan terpaksa ditunda karena insiden yang disebabkan oleh mahasiswa tersebut, dan para petugas bandara langsung mengevakuasi seluruh orang yang ada di dalam terminal. Pada akhirnya mahasiswa tersebut diizinkan terbang setelah petugas penjinak bom memastikan barang yang dibawa mahasiswa tersebut aman untuk dibawa terbang. 

2. Hewan Langka

Pada tahun 2002 penyelundup hewan ditangkap di Bandara Internasional Los Angeles karena tiba-tiba burung langka yang ada di dalam tasnya kabur dan terbang ke area bandara. Dan saat bagasi orang itu diperiksa, ternyata banyak ditemukan spesies langka di dalamnya. Karena kejadian itu penyelundup hewan tersebut langsung dijebloskan ke penjara.

3. Anak Harimau

Di tahun 2010 bandara Thailand menemukan anak harimau tersembunyi di dalam tas seorang perempuan. Untuk menyamarkan anak harimau tersebut, sang perempuan mengeliling anak harimau tersebut dengan boneka harimau. Perempuan yang hendak berangkat ke Iran tersebut mengaku kalau tas itu bukan milik dia.

4. Barang Peninggalan Mesir Kuno

Pada awal 2012 sepasang suami istri asal Inggris ditangkap oleh kepolisian Mesir karena mencoba untuk menyelundupkan barang peninggalan Mesir kuno ke luar Mesir. Suami istri tersebut ditangkap di Bandara Luxor ketika bagasi pasangan suami istri tersebut diperiksa, ditemukan beberapa patung, gerabah, dan koin perunggu. Tapi sampai sekarang belum jelas nasib kedua suami istri tersebut.

5. Ikan Tropis

Saat petugas bea cukai di Melbourne mendengar suara aneh dari balik baju seorang wanita yang baru saja turun dari pesawat, tiba-tiba mereka menjadi curiga dengan wanita tersebut. Lalu wanita itu diperiksa oleh petugas, dan benar saja ditemukan beberapa kantong plastik yang berisi ikan tropis di balik baju wanita tersebut. Agak aneh memang kalau wanita itu betah memakai rok yang di dalamnya terselip kantung plastik berisi ikan tropis.

Akibat ulahnya, wanita itu dihukum dengan melakukan layanan masyarakat selama 9 bulan.

6. Kantung Pasir Dari Pulau Grenada

Staff Virgin Atlantic geleng-geleng kepala melihat tingkah sepasang penumpang yang ketahuan membawa sekantung tas berisi pasir beserta air lautnya yang diambil dari Pulau Grenada. Pasangan tersebut jatuh cinta di pulau tersebut, dan ingin membawa kenang-kenangan cinta mereka dari pulau tersebut.  

7. Kumbang Yang Dihiasi Permata

Pada tahun 2012 petugas bea cukai memberhentikan seorang wanita yang baru tiba dari Mexico. Di dada wanita tersebut tertempel seekor kumbang hidup yang dihiasi dengan emas, rubi, dan batu safir.

8. Setoples Mata Manusia

Pada November tahun 2007, bea cukai Inggris memberhentikan seorang penumpang, penumpang itu ditemukan memiliki toples yang berisi 10 bola mata manusia. Tidak ada informasi yang jelas alasan penumpang itu membawa setople bola mata manusia.

Dia ditanyai beberapa macam pertanyaan sebelum akhirnya dilepaskan.

9. Identitas

Ini pasti menjadi operasi penyamaran paling hebat di seluruh dunia. Seorang pria kulit putih terbang dari Hong Kong menuju ke Vancouver, Canada. Saat dia keluar pesawat, dia langsung bertransformasi menjadi pria muda berwajah Asia.

Orang itu memakai topeng silikon dan meminjam passport untuk mendapat akses masuk ke pesawat. Dia juga merubah gayanya menjadi lebih tua untuk menghindari menarik perhatian penumpang lain. Di tengah penerbangan, pria itu masuk ke toilet dan pada saat keluar muka orang itu langsung berubah menjadi muda.

Pada saat mendarat, pria itu langsung diinterogasi oleh petugas. Setelah diselidiki ternyata pria itu melakukan penyamaran dengan alasan meminta suaka politik di Kanada.   

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5 Beautiful Villages in The World

Enjoying the coolness and beauty of rurals is the right choice during holiday. So, let’s travel to 5 beautiful villages according to Budget Travel version.

The existence of a rural has always been an interesting holiday destination for tourist. Beside its existence that more silent if compared to a city, a village also has fresh air and beautiful view.  Here are 5 beautiful villages in the world “

1. Wengen, Switzerland

With Alpen mountains background and traditional villa makes Wengen being a village with the beautiful sight. Since 100 years ago, any vehicles must not entry this area in order to keep the nature clean.

The village has been an attraction since 1800s. During winter, many tourists come to Wengen to have vacation or even play Ski. Because of that, there are so many resort around the village.

 2. Eze, France

The view of Mediterania Sea and charm of middle century make this village being popular. Eze village had been colonist favourite for centuries. View of the sea from above hill with cactus collections makes it being a top attraction in this village. Many couples come to Eze to have honeymoon.

3. Niagara on The Lake, Canada

Niagara on the lake is a popular village on the edge of Ontario Lake, Canada. Gardens, Art Gallery, Antique Shop, and golf Court have made this village popular.

Tourists can see historical sites such as George Fort and Barak Butler. Tourist can also see many old shops, tea shops along Queen Street.

Although, motor vehicle is able to enter this area, all who live there would rather use the horse as wagon trains. The village is also home to the Shaw Festival (April to October), has dozens of vineyards and became the main tourist attraction. To achieve the Niagara on the lake you have to travel from Buffalo, New York for about 80 minutes. It could also be from Toronto, Canada with a time of 90 minutes.

4. Pariangan, Indonesia

Pariangan is a small village of Minangkabau tribe located in Tanah Datar, West Sumatra, Indonesia. The village is located right on the slopes of Mount Marapi that are still active. Praiangan is a traditional village which is still preserved till today. Starting from the culture, customs, and architecture of a typical buildings are still remains till today. Rumah Gadang (Gadang house) complete with a wall formed of woven rattan and decorated with wood carvings characteristic of this village.

5. Cesky Krumlov, Czech Republic

Cesky Krumlov is one of the oldest villages in the Czech Republic. The Village with a beautiful nature is located in a valley and surrounded by forest Blansko Vltava River, south Bohemia. The village is famous for its architecture or art ranging from the historic old town. Previous rulers Krumlov has 40 buildings and palaces, gardens, and a small tower which is now a building with high artistic value. Climb the wooden raft in the Vltava, became one of the exciting ways while exploring the village. If interested, you can travel as far as 110 miles. Take it easy! This trip can be done using a 3-hour bus trip.

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Best Beaches In Thailand I Have Visited

1. If you’re looking for the party that never ends, there’s no better spot to settle than Patong Beach on Phuket. It’s the island’s original party destination, and there’s literally something here to represent every vice and tempt nearly everyone to indulge more than they should.

2. Hua Hin Beach is immensely popular for locals and international visitors, thanks to the flat stretches of beach, plenty of things to do and the ease of travel from Bangkok. The beach slopes very gently into the gulf, so while it’s not the best beach for real swimming, it’s a great place for families with small children.

3. Just a couple of miles away from the hustle and bustle of Patong Beach is this quieter, relaxed beach in Southern Phuket. Kata Beach has everything that makes Phuket so popular – palm trees, warm water and nice scenery, but there are no high rise hotels or shopping malls in sight. During low season, waves at this beach can be intense, making it a great place to do some surfing but not the perfect spot for those with young children.

4. Koh Samui’s second most popular beach town is Lamai Beach, which has some of the best swimming on the island. Lamai is a bit quieter than Chaweng, although you’ll still find a good number of restaurants & bars to choose from. Lamai’s nightlife is also quite busy, so although it’s a little less popular than Chaweng it’s certainly no quiet or secluded beach. 

Best Beaches In Thailand I Have Visited by Asia Holic - TourExplora

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