Ageless Water lombok island

You want to stay young? Please come and travel to the island of Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara precisely in the tourist area of ​​Narmada Water Park is located approximately 10 km east of Mataram.
Narmada Water Park is a park that was previously used as a bathing resort and the royal family, especially in the dry season.Built by King Anak Agung Gede Karang Asem early 19th century when the kingdom of Mataram Lombok.
This area of ​​two hectares stretching from east to west in the highlands of West Lombok. Small hills and lakes that exist in this park is a replica of the plains and lakes that exist on Mount Rinjani.
The name itself is taken from the name of Narmada waters of the Ganges in India, who named Narmadanadi. Previously, Narmada Park serves as a venue for Pakelem ceremony held on every full moon Caka fifth year (October-November). Pakelem itself is a ritual offerings to nature so as not to anger or disaster. Pakelem also be done to neutralize the natural following a natural disaster.

Previously, Pakelem ceremony is always held the King at the peak of Mount Rinjani, but as we age the King was diminishing physical abilities. As a result, the king could no longer climb to praying and offering offerings to the sacred Segara Anak Gunung Rinjani.Therefore, the King finally ordered to build a place that bernuansakan Mount Rinjani in place is lower.
So, one might say this park is a miniature of Mount Rinjani. In addition to functioning as a traditional ceremony, this park was used as the resting place of the royal family, especially during the dry season.
In this park there is a swimming pool and a Hindu temple. This place also has many springs originating from the stored water from forests and Suranadi Sesaot located at the foot of Mount Rinjani. It is believed, the water that comes out directly from these springs has efficacy ageless anyone who drank it or just wash away. Thus, water discharged from springs in the park better known as the Narmada Water Aging.

If you enter the main gate of the park is characterized by Hindus, you will immediately be treated to views of an ancient building which is right on the left side. The building was named Bale Loji. In earlier times Bale Loji used as a place to live the king and his wife.While the front hall, or rather Loji right side entrance, displayed a map of Narmada Park, which serves to facilitate you and visitors if you want to get around the water park.
Inside the park, there are still many ancient buildings and other unique that you can find. Like Gate Bracelet, Mukedes, Telaga Padmawangi, Central Light, Patandaan, Building Sakapat, Bancingah Hall, Temple hump, and Pura Lingsar.
At first, the name of Narmada is used to name a few springs that form pools and a river in the area. But over time, the community then called the Narmada to the whole complex of this park.
In the Narmada Park area there are also showers nine (miswak) which was situated on top of Segara Anak. This building includes the building sacred to Hindus and followers of the Dharma Left Tilu.
In addition to beautifully landscaped gardens of beauty and beautiful to be enjoyed, is the presence of a Hall petirtaan which has a spring that comes directly from Mount Rinjani. It is believed, petirtaan Hall was a meeting place of three water sources, namely Suranadi, Lingsar, and the Narmada.
Inside the hall there are petirtaan springs that come directly from Mount Rinjani, as well as a meeting place of three other springs.Water that is in Hall petirtaan believed efficacious and can make people who drink or wash their faces with water that will remain ageless
So, if you want to get the water ageless, you must first follow the procedure which led a caretaker guard (Kuncen) in Hall petirtaan.With the guidance Kuncen you'll be guided how to perform the ritual taking of water. Furthermore, the Kuncen will tell you to pray in accordance with their respective beliefs.

Age through a series of rituals, then you can enjoy the ageless water by washing the face or with a drink. Certainly if you believe then you will stay young. At a minimum, his spirit will always be young. Hehehe.
Oh yes, to a woman if you want to travel to the Narmada Water Garden Younger expected month of the date arrived. Because, if still in a state coming months, you certainly are prohibited from entering into the Hall petirtaan. Kan had come all the way but so in vain.

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Cukli From Rungkang

Initially, residents of Kampung Rungkang Jangkuk, village of Sayang-sayang, Mataram, rely on the craft crockery and household utensils. However, income derived by a less than satisfactory. Yet entrepreneurs art shop in Bali request craftsmen were supplying antique stoneware typical Lombok.
Since 1989, residents began Rungkang antiques hunting heritage to the corners of Sasak Lombok. Ancient objects, among others, kris, jars, ceramics, berugak, doors, windows, and antique boxes.

Original antique box Sasak measures 60 x 80 inches or 50 x 60 centimeter is made from raw materials midrib of palm, palm, or pandanus. But, since three years ago, raw materials and sugar palm sugar palm midrib increasingly rare. And also replace the midrib of palm craftsman with wood.

To be radiated beauty, antique box was given a touch of ornament "cukli", pieces of pearl shell affixed to the wooden box or a variety of wood crafts. Motif patch cukli diverse, ranging from the flora, fauna, to the primitive ornament. Entrepreneurs of Bali incessantly ask cukli supplied. Then the overseas market slowly formed. Since then, the face of a pot-producing village turned into a village craftsman cukli. Rows of art shop also stood along the road Rungkang Jangkuk. Among other art shop Cashew Crafts, Rara Handicraft Shop, and Cooperative Pade angen.

To find out how cukli made​​, it's good to stop by the house residents. There, almost every house to make crafts cukli. The manufacturing process begins by cutting the pearl shells, making the motif on the craft of wood, shell set in wooden crafts, sanding, mendempul, memelitur, to paint.

Jangkuk. In this village there is almost no unemployed youth. In fact, young men from other villages came to the village to work. Crafts cukli provide employment opportunities to youth in Kampong Rungkang and also brings many blessings for the citizens.

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Devi Kund, Bikaner

From Bikaner (State: Rajasthan) at a distance of 8kms is the site royal cenotaphs of rulers of Bikaji dynasty known as Devi Kund. The royal crematorium has several exquisite cenotaphs.

Each of them are erected in memory of rulers of Bikaji dynasty and is situated on the exact place where they were cremated. These marble cenotaphs reflect the Rajputana style of architecture.

The cenotaph of Maharajah Surat Singh is very intricately designed. There are beautiful miniature frescoes on the ceiling of this inside the dome. The paintings even today appear very fresh.

Tour of Bikaner is incomplete without a visit to this place.

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Seychelles Islands

Do you know that there are so many private islands in the warm seas between North and South Americas? I wrote about some of them when I told you about the private islands of the cruise companies ( Vacation on a Private Caribbean Island Easy Guide) Today I heard the notice about the royal Honeymoon on one of the private of Seychelle Islands and decided to see if there are the photos of the Russian users about these islands. Here are some examples.


«Сейшелы» на Яндекс.Фотках


«Сейшелы» на Яндекс.Фотках


«Cейшелы» на Яндекс.Фотках

Even if the Royal family has to pay more than 4000 dollars(?) for night for Honeymoon, we coud perfectly find something more convenient there if we would like to go for a vacation there. There is more beautiful notice: we could have a vacation gratis, too. In fact, the state includes more than 100 islands but only 33 among them have their population. Other islands are desert! Would you like to pass some days on such beautiful sandy beaches? Do it!

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Seychelles Islands

Do you know that there are so many private islands in the warm seas between North and South Americas? I wrote about some of them when I told you about the private islands of the cruise companies ( Vacation on a Private Caribbean Island Easy Guide) Today I heard the notice about the royal Honeymoon on one of the private of Seychelle Islands and decided to see if there are the photos of the Russian users about these islands. Here are some examples.


«Сейшелы» на Яндекс.Фотках


«Сейшелы» на Яндекс.Фотках


«Cейшелы» на Яндекс.Фотках

Even if the Royal family has to pay more than 4000 dollars(?) for night for Honeymoon, we coud perfectly find something more convenient there if we would like to go for a vacation there. There is more beautiful notice: we could have a vacation gratis, too. In fact, the state includes more than 100 islands but only 33 among them have their population. Other islands are desert! Would you like to pass some days on such beautiful sandy beaches? Do it!

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Poetry in Stone - 2

Temples all over India represent the rich cultural heritage. The ancient temples are richly carved and they behold ones attention for their craftsmanship.

One such little known temple is in Padavali (State: Madhya Pradesh). This temple located inside a small fort is a architectural gem. This externally simple looking temple is a treasure trove from inside. The carvings are examples of master craftsmanship.

These numerous tiny carvings are in the ceiling or on the walls close to the ceiling. These carvings depict stories of Lord Vishnu.

There is another temple close by at Mitavali (State: Madhya Pradesh) with totally different style of architecture from the above. This circular temple is a Lord Shiva temple and very unique in shape.

Here the carved circular double pillars are noteworthy.

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Whitewater Rafting in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica! A Splash of Adrenaline!

I like to periodically share with my readers some of my favorite tour companies in the Quepos & Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica areas. Therefore, as we get ready to enter our “green” season (green=more rain), this means some of the best white water rafting is just ahead on the horizon. I can’t think of a better company to share with you then the great people at Amigos del Rio (“Friends of the River”)!

Offering world class Whitewater Rafting only a short distance from the new Quepos Marina and famous Manuel Antonio Park, Amigos del Rio features challenging whitewater rafting on both the Savegre River (“Wild River”) and the Naranjo River (“Orange River”), with incredible views of rainforests, waterfalls, flora and fauna. Not limited to just rafting, Amigos del Rio guides visitors along the Manuel Antonio coastline for Ocean Kayaking, or choose the unique opportunity to explore the Damas Island Estuary Mangroves as you glide along in your Mangrove Kayak.

Safe, Unique, Reliable and Intense Water Adventures are what Amigos del Rio lives for!

Savegre River Rafting

Beyond the incredible Class II, III & IV rapids, be astounded by the awe-inspiring canyons, waterfalls, and primary rainforests that are an integral part of the beauty of Costa Rica. The Savegre River is truly a magnificent stretch of whitewater, winding through a sparsely inhabited mountain crested valley and offering some of the most exciting rapids and beautiful tropical scenery around. The full day Savegre River Rafting Excursion includes a hike to one of these majestic waterfalls, leaving time for guests to go swimming in the natural waterfall ponds.



Naranjo River Rafting

The Naranjo River drops steeply from the coastal mountain range above Quepos through a beautiful jungle gorge, and takes you on a wild ride all the way to sea level. Passing local farmlands and palm plantations, the river banks team with green jungle and meet the steep canyon walls at sharp 90 degree angles. Even for the advanced rafter, this Class II, III & IV river is an exciting and refreshing rush of adrenaline. For those beginner rafters, our well trained river guides will explain, teach, direct and inspire even the most timid of rafters will want to meet the Whitewater River challenge!














Ocean Kayak Manuel Antonio

Designed for beginner or advanced kayakers, you start with paddling along coastline of Quepos and the offshore islands by ManuelAntonio National Park. Experience the excitement of paddling a kayak in the open ocean, while observing Costa Rica's marine and coastal wonders, such as the nesting grounds of endangered sea birds like the Brown Boobie, as well as sea turtles, fish, dolphins, whales and other seasonal marine life. Sea kayaking is considerably easier than river kayaking, and most trips can be done by guests that have little or no experience, so don’t miss your chance to try this exciting sport!














Mangrove Kayak DamasIsland

This tour will show you nature's unparalleled wonders as you explore an entirely different eco-system just 10 minutes from Manuel Antonio and Quepos. Kayaking (or boating) through the mangrove canals is like a meandering ride through times gone by. Let the current carry your kayak as you observe the unique flora, fauna and wildlife found only in this biologically diverse heaven! Beginners will delight in the ease of paddling through protected inland waterways, while your guide points out and explains this unique jungle environment.













Transportation

The exclusive fleet of transportation for Amigos del Rio includes brand new Microbuses and 4x4 vehicles rarely found in Costa Rica such as the HUMMER and the UNIMOG.










Equipment

Adventure tours should only offer the best in safety and equipment, so for that reason, Amigos del Rio chooses to use high performance AIRE rafts, specially design for our favorite rivers.











Meals

Complete relaxing “Tico” style meals are provided on the tours, with refreshments and local fruits. There’s no hurry on these tours, time is on your side.










Safety First

The Amigos del Rio gear is all U.S. Coast Guard approved and operated by professionally certified guides that have past extensive safety guidelines. Amigos del Rio is a fully insured and bonded company.










Team Amigos del Rio

Their team of expert guides is all formed by locals who have grown up rafting these rivers, and know their business better than anyone!










The Amigos del Rio Promise

From the owner to the reservations personnel, they guarantee the level of safety and fun you are seeking, all supervised by the Amigos del Rio professional team of Whitewater Rafters. They love what they do and it shows!

So if you find yourself traveling to the Manuel Antonio and Quepos area of Costa Rica, and you are looking for the adrenaline rush of a lifetime, while enjoying the wonders and scenery of Costa Rica, don’t wait……sign up with Amigos del Rio, and you too will discover the fun and adventure of Whitewater Rafting!!



AUTHOR:

Kimberly Barron, originally from Malibu, California has lived in Parismina and Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica for 20 years. Starting as a certified tour guide, she spent 15 years managing fishing lodges on the Caribbean Coast and later 4* & 5* Hotels on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. Currently semi-retired, Kimberly still works as the Marketing Director for Byblos Resort & Casino and Hotel Makanda by the Sea.

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