Hidden Waterfall Sites in Central Java

Divi R. Gurtika
Oct 31, 2017
2 min read

It is the end of October and today is Halloween! Right now, it is the middle of the fall season and it sure is getting cold and windy every day. However, in Indonesia, we do not know the meaning of fall. In Indonesia it is now the drought season when the sun is blazing and the air is very dry. Here at Mount Nusantara we are sharing literally fresh information regarding relaxing and soothing waterfall sites that will wash away the Indonesia heat.

Curug Cipendok / Cipendok Waterfall

Curug Cipendok / Cipendok Waterfall is located in Purwokerto, specifically it is about 20 kilometers away of the Purwokerto city with about half-an-hour drive. The site is open for public with an entrance fee of less than IDR 10,000. In the site of Cipendok Waterfall, visitors could take a dip in the lake or take a big cold shower at the bottom of the waterfall. The atmosphere there is full of natural environments ecosystems. Complete with vegetation and natural-lake-side rocks. It is advised to be careful when walking or stepping up and down through the waterfall levels due to the rocks and the walk paths are mostly slippery.

Telaga Sunyi / Sunyi Lake

Telaga Sunyi / Sunyi Lake or Silent Lake got its name due to its location to be fairly hidden away from the lively and rowdy atmosphere of the Baturraden resort in Purwokerto. The atmosphere the lake gives out a peaceful vibe, brim with nature. The only sounds you may hear are ripples of the water and echoes of woodland creatures. Sunyi Lake have its horror legend saying that if a visitor talks vulgar or anything unpleasing, the spirits around the site will “disturb” the visitor. The lake still have strong attachment with the mystic believes because it was said that the lake was used as a disposal site for the remains from human mutilations. Therefore, it is better to keep silent and just enjoy the water. This site is the perfect destination to cool off heat or even cool you off from any burden. The clear water will indulge the visitors with serenity, erasing any pent up stress and any negative emotions. Also, the journey to reach the site is quite the challenge, taking a dip in the lake will clear the exhaustion away.