The city of Wamena, located in the Highland Papua Province has extraordinary natural beauty. Situated in the mountainous central region of Papua, the capital of Jayawijaya Regency also possesses a variety of natural tourist attractions.
Enjoying Wamena’s nature is very relaxing. Your sight will be mesmerised by the beauty of the Jayawijaya Mountains. The weather in this picturesque little town in the Baliem Valley region is very cool. So, don’t waste time in Wamena just sitting around or visiting just one tourist spot. These are the 10 the best tourist attractions you can find in Wamena.
1. Baliem Valley
Wamena’s best tourist attractions are the living areas of several Papuan tribes such as the Dani Tribe. The expanse of green grass adorned with views of the towering Jayawijaya Mountains is ready to welcome your arrival.
More than just nature tourism, in the Baliem Valley visitors can witness unique performances in the form of traditional dances and war reenactments.
2. Lake Habema
Lake Habema is one of the best tourist attractions in Wamena. It is located at an altitude of 3,225 metres above sea level so the air is cool.
If you want to go uphill to see the charm of Lake Habema, it is best to start the journey in the morning. Also, don’t forget to capture your most memorable moments in the south of the lake, namely the Trikora peak.
3. Kurulu District
Next, the best Wamena tourist attractions are in the Kurulu District. Interestingly, here you can see six mummies preserved through traditional means. One of them is the mummy of WIm Motok Mabel which is 280 years old!
4. Aikima White Sand
Wamena’s tourist spot known as Aikima White Sand is located in the Baliem Valley area, precisely in Aikima Village. Before the white sand was present there, this area used to have a large lake, Lake Wio.
Although there is no longer a lake, the beauty of the white sand filled with rocks and shrubs is enough to make you want to hunt for aesthetic photos.
5. Telaga Biru (Blue Lake)
From Wamena city centre, you can reach this tourist spot by walking for about 12 minutes. Once there, the fatigue of walking will soon disappear when you see the blue lake with turquoise colour.
The colour in Telaga Biru in Wamena did not appear suddenly, but influenced by the marine life in it.
6. Walesi Waterfall
In Wamena, there is a great tourist spot called Walesi Waterfall. The water flow is not rapid, and the lower pool is often used by tourists to soak or play in the water.
Relaxing at Walesi Waterfall makes you feel more at home because the surrounding atmosphere is very beautiful and filled with greenery.
7. Kontilola Cave
The location of this tourist spot is about 25 km southwest of Wamena City. The name is Kontilola Cave, which is quite large and has a wide entrance.
But, the attraction of this Kontilola Cave is the ancient human paintings in it. There are also those who call the paintings alien images.
8. May Grass
Looking at green grass is very, very common. What if as far as the eye can see, your eyes are spoiled by the sight of purple-coloured grass?
You can find this beautiful natural condition when you are in Aikima Village and Parema Village. This purple grass only grows in the month of May, hence the name ‘May Grass’.
9. Suroba Tourism Village
When travelling to Wamena, make time to visit Suroba Tourism Village, one of the best tourist attractions there. You’ll be warmly welcomed by the friendly people who live in traditional Honai houses. Not only that, this area is still very natural and traditional, so, the nature is really beautiful.
10. Sekan Village
Another one of the best tourist attractions in Wamena, the location is in Sekan Village. The area is still located in the Baliem Valley and is enveloped in the exotic charm of Mount Pugima.
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