Kalibiru, Kulon Progo Yogyakarta

Sitting for dusk at the height of pine trees, gazing at the sky with the purple, blue and orange sky behind the Menore Mountains, the colors blending in the calm of the lake water in the distance. The fresh air blows slowly, releasing all the burdens at once. Hmm, sounds like heaven huh?

The place is still on earth kok, travelers. Yes, that's the scenery and sensation that you will feel in Kalibaru village in Kulonprogo area, Yogyakarta. After getting out of the hustle and bustle of Jogja City through the deserted streets, occasionally decorated with beautiful houses and yard of villagers, you will arrive in a beautiful village that instantly evokes happy childhood memories.

1. Gazing at the Beauty of the Dusk at the Tower of View

There you will find a towering pine tree at the edge of a ravine, which at the height of the trunk has a wooden board complete with a hanging ladder. That is "Tower of View." From that height, you can enjoy the beautiful view of the Menoreh Mountains, with the Sermo Reservoir at its feet. Breathe the fresh air while letting go of all the burdens

The best time to come to Kalibiru and climb the Tower of Pandang is in the afternoon, to watch the twilight paint the sky with amazing colors. But coming in the morning will also be fun, because the water color Sermo Reservoir with a purplish blue. Do not forget to set up your camera.

When you enjoy every second that passes in this place, you will realize that happiness is actually simple!

Oh yes, the beauty of this Kalibiru region is not separated from the role of the community around which shoulder to shoulder to restore the forest and trees that previously began to be barren because it was exploited or made processed land.

2. Flying Fox and High Rope

In addition to exotic scenery, you can also get bursts of adrenaline in Kalibiru this. There are rides like high rope outbound, including flying fox that you can try. Imagine sliding while enjoying the scenic beauty of nature around you. Cool!

The outbound game starts with rock climbing, then climbs the net and runs over a mine. Then proceed with walking on a wooden bridge, all of which are done at altitude. This thrilling game will end with a flying fox that landed on a board on a tree. It's so exciting!

For those who want to play flying fox only, you can choose between two altitudes, the path 50 meters and 85 meters. One glide cost is quite cheap, about Rp10.000 for adults and Rp 5,000 for children. Make you addicted nyoba many times!

3. Trekking in Kalibiru

In the village of Kalibiru, there is a trekking track that you can browse. For those of you who have more time (and adventurous souls), there are several trekking path options with customizable route and path length. The short distance is about two to three kilometers, and a distance of four to five kilometers. The good news, trekking trekking is free.

Oh yes, at a glance the facts, Menoreh Mountains that became "fortress" in the west of Yogyakarta was 200 years ago is where Prince Diponegoro with his troops had fought against the Dutch, before he was deceived and then discharged to Sulawesi until the end of life.