Bosscha Observatory became one of the educational tourist attraction in Bandung which is interesting to visit. Here you can see the beautiful view of the moon and stars in the sky through binoculars. In addition to recreation can also be a good place to learn to know more closely the science of astronomy. If you have children or relatives who are still at school age, then this Bali Tour Activity Boscha Observatory is very good for you to make the choice of vacation while studying. For those of you who work as a teacher, Bosscha Observatory is recommended to serve as an interesting study tour. Bosscha Observatory is one of the oldest observation observatory stars in Indonesia. Standing on 6 hectares of land at an altitude of 1310 meters above sea level. The Bosscha Observatory building has a dome with a diameter of 14.5 meters and weighs up to 56 tons. At the time of the observation, this dome roof can move thanks to the 1500 watts of electric power. Although the Bosscha Observatory is already almost a century old, but the building is still standing very strong. It is even estimated that the Boscha Observatory Bali Private Villa building can withstand severe earthquake shocks of up to 7 on the Richter scale. There are several telescopes in the Boscha Observatory: the Zeiss Telescope, the Unitron Telescope, the Schmidt Telescope, the Bamberg Telescope and the Goto Telescope. One of the most famous telescopes is the Zeiss Telescope which has been operating since 1928 and is still functioning well until now. The Zeiss telescope is the largest telescope in the Bosscha Observatory from Jena, Germany. Bosscha Observatory is one of the old buildings that have historical value in Bandung. Age is older than the Republic of Indonesia. The Bosscha Observatory was built in 1923 by Nederlandsch-Indische Sterrenkundige Vereeniging (NISV), very difficult to spell it, translated into Bahasa Indonesia to the Dutch-Indies Star Association, one of the organizations during the Bali Travel Accommodation Dutch colonial occupation of Indonesia. The construction of the Boscha Observatory was completed in 1928, taking approximately 5 years to complete. The purpose of the construction of this place is to advance the science of astronomy in the Dutch East Indies. Bosscha name taken from the name of one of the characters who contributed in the construction of this historic place is Karel Albert Bosscha. He was once a lecturer of Bung Karno when he was educated in ITB. Karel Albert Bosscha became the main donor in the construction of the Bosscha Observatory, which bears the funds for the purchase of binoculars. After the independence of Indonesia NISV handed over the Boscha Observatory to the Indonesian government, precisely on 17 October 1951. Then after Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) was established in 1959, Bosscha Observatory officially became part of ITB and functioned as a formal research and education institution Astronomy. Boscha Observatory is located in Lembang, Bandung. From the city of Bandung is about 15 km to the north or more precisely located at Jl. Binoculars Bintang, Cikahuripan Bandung. Lembang itself has many tourist attractions that are no less interesting options such as Farmhouse Lembang or Floating Market Lembang. Both of these attractions can be at once you visit in one day because the distance is not too far away. Actually not too difficult to find this tourist spot. If you use private vehicles then the easiest way is through Jalan Setiabudi then take the road towards the valley. After passing the University of Education Indonesia (UPI) you will meet with the Education Center of the Army Women's Corps. Bali Cheap Accommodation Keep driving, not so far around 0.5 Km you will arrive at the Obeservatorium Bosscha gate located on the right side of the road. If you use public transport, then there are 3 alternative ways that you can travel to get to the location The first way, take an angkot from Hall Station to Lembang. You can just stop at the bottom gate of Bosscha Observatory. The second way, take the Damri bus at Leuwi Panjang Bus Terminal with the purpose of Ledeng Terminal. Then from the terminal you change the angkot that goes to Hall Station. Take another angkot majoring in Lembang and stop at the gate of Bali Holiday Villas Seminyak Bosscha Observatory. The third way, you can also take an angkot from Cicaheum Bus Terminal with Cicaheum-Ledeng department. Next you stop at Ledeng Station and continue the journey by switching the angkot that goes to Stasium Hall. Then take an angkot that goes to Lembang and stop at the gate of Bosscha Observatory.
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Cirahong bridge is a bridge connecting Manonjaya Sub-district Tasikmalaya District with Village Panyingkiran District Ciamis. The bridge that passes over the Citanduy River has a register number BH 1290 and is located east of Manonjaya Station Operation Area 2 Bandung. Cirahong Bridge has a length of 202 meters. It was built in 1893 using a solid steel construction. Its construction was once reinforced in 1934. This bridge is unique because it has 2 functions. The upper part of the bridge works for rail traffic, while the lower part of the bridge works for the Bali Cheap Accommodation traffic of cars and motor vehicles including pedestrians. This bridge is an alternative route from Tasikmalaya to Ciamis via Manonjaya and vice versa, and is the only Dutch heritage bridge in the Regency Ciamis. No official public transport passes through the line. Vehicles pass by are generally private transports. Since the width of the bridge is only sufficient for one car, passing vehicles must alternate. Usually at both ends of the bridge door, there are some young men on duty to organize the traffic. Youth from the Manonjaya area, arranging the inflows of vehicles from the south bridge door or the door from Manonjaya. The young Ciamis manages the current from the north. They took turns for 24 hours. The officers get their alakadarnya wages from Bali Travel Accommodation drivers or residents who cross the bridge. The construction of Cirahong Bridge is inseparable from the role of R.A.A. Kusumadiningrat or Kangjeng Prebu, Regent Galuh Ciamis in 1839 - 1886. At that time the Dutch Colonial Government was building a railroad path south of Bandung, Garut, Tasikmalaya and Banjar next connect to Central Java. Construction of the railway, in addition to mass transit, also to transport crops from Priangan, such as cotton, coffee, kapol, and others to Jakarta. At that time many new plantations were built in the area Galuh, such as plantations Weak Neundeut, Bangkelung and others. Train transport is expected to facilitate freight lines and population mobilization. Actually, initially this bridge was not planned to be built. From the drawing of plans made by the Dutch colonial government, the railway line from Tasikmalaya did not pass through the city of Bali Accommodation Seminyak Ciamis. But take the lane to Cimaragas or south of the Citanduy River. After that enter the city of Banjar and so on the path is divided into two namely the path leading to Pangandaran and the to Cilacap Central Java. Consideration, if passing to the City of Ciamis then the Dutch Government must build two bridges through the Citanduy River. Of course it will cost very expensive. The information finally reached the ears of Kangjeng Prebu, who was then retired from the position of the Regent. Kangjeng Prabu who still has influence to the colonial government, then lobbied the Dutch for the railway line that was built across the city of Ciamis. There are several considerations submitted by Kangjeng Prebu. First, the population of Ciamis City is quite large compared to Cimaragas, so the Bali Kuta Resort existence of the train will be more useful for the community. In addition, the railway station will strengthen the existence of Ciamis as the capital of Galuh. After a long lobby, the colonial government finally approved Kangjeng Prebu's proposal. The Netherlands then built two bridges over the Citanduy River. That is Cirahong bridge, and Karangpucung bridge near Banjar City, with the cost is quite expensive. Being between two hills in the river, making Cirahong Bridge has an exotic scenery. Due to the uniqueness and beauty of the surrounding panorama, this bridge becomes a tourist destination for local residents. Usually every Sunday morning, many residents who deliberately exercise with a walk to the bridge. In the afternoon many young people who spend time enjoying the scenic beauty of the Bali Best Hotel bridge while coffee or eat gorengan in the stalls around. In the month of Ramadan, Cirahong is one of the favorite places for ngabuburit. The most awaited moment is when the train passes over the bridge. Cirahong bridge exoticism also appeals to photographers as the pictures we show in this post. Around Cirahong there are many stalls selling food. The menu varies, from karedok to grilled fish. From the direction Manonjaya also sell many fruits local products, such as salak or jackfruit. |
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