Tourism in Bogor – What comes to your mind when talking you hear about Bogor? The city, which is also known as a rainy city, has lots of tourist attractions and culinary places. Such a perfect destination for a family getaway or a trip with your friends.
Continue reading this article and know more about this small, yet unique city. Are you ready? Let’s move on~
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Stop by Unique Tourism Villages in Bogor!
Bogor offers so much more to those who seek adventure, peace in nature, and local goods with the amazing stories that come with it! Excited to see what you can find in this beautiful city? Keep scrolling t-mates~
1. Batik Village
Bogor is also popular for its batik (Indonesia’s best-known traditional fabric); the city even has its own Batik Village! In Cibuluh, North Bogor, you will find a beautiful village that sells various types of batik.
In this Batik Village, there are more than 40 families who are working as batik craftsmen! Isn’t that amazing?
While going there, you can stop by the Bogor Batik History Museum as well. We bet spending a full day there will be so much fun!
2. Perca Village
The true power of stay-at-home mothers is shown here at the amazing Perca Village. With the backstory of the tough economy that Ms. Nining’s family went through during the pandemic, she helped herself and eventually others by opening a business in making patchworks.
As you stroll around the village, you can see gorgeous-looking walls filled with colorful murals. Come visit and take nice pictures, perhaps take home some few goodies made by the strong women of the Perca Village~
3. Labirin Village
If the name doesn’t excite you, then you must read further! Just like its name, the village is unintendedly built like a maze, which attracts tourists to try their luck by figuring out the path of this unique village.
Mostly colored in green, walking inside this village won’t feel uncomfortable because it gives calm vibes and you will continuously meet with locals who live there! Bear in mind that the roads are quite tricky. You may get lost if you don’t know the way out 🙂 So, don’t be embarrassed to ask the locals, alright?
4. Pulo Geulis Village
Pulo Geulis Village has its own attractions like no others. Dominated by Sundanese and Tionghoa cultures, this ethnic village makes sure everything is well-protected, whether it is living or non-living things.
A place that you must visit there is Vihara Maha Brahma, the oldest vihara in Bogor City. A living proof that religious tolerance is true and prospering. It’s just beautiful in every aspect!
5. Mulyaharja’ Thematic Village
Too much view of the city can seem suffocating at times, so then you should go somewhere like Mulyaharja Village! Rice fields neatly stretched out far beyond our eyesight, giving us the nature vibes we needed after being in the city for quite some time.
Going to Mulyaharja Organic Tourism Agro Education (AEWO) will freshen your soul as you can see scenic views all around you. You can also learn more by visiting the organic gardens and so on.
Before deciding to come here, don’t forget to check and match out the dates with their annual events! You don’t want to miss stunning performances played out here in Mulyaharja’s Thematic Village, right?
Cuisines in Bogor You Definitely Want to Try!
1. Laksa Bogor
Do you know that in our beloved city, Bogor, you can try the famous Laksa.
2. Doclang
The name might sound unique and rather funny, but the taste is truly yummy! You’ll get a plate filled with rice cake, fried tofu, potatoes, boiled eggs, and last but not least, crispy crackers. To top it all off, it will be generously poured with thick peanut sauce and drizzled with a bit of sweet soy sauce. Get a hold of that drool, t-mates!
The unique difference lies in the wrapper of the rice cake. Doclang used the rice cake that is wrapped in “patat” leaves that have long been used as a packaging material in Bogor. Enough for the description, let’s just try it, shall we?
3. Roti Unyil Bogor
The talk of the town, the must-visit every time you come to Bogor, is none other than Roti Unyil! Small and soft bread topped with various choices of fillings, savory or sweet, it’s everybody’s favorite.
When in Bogor, don’t forget to stop by and buy yourself some to take home, okay! Pro tips: it tastes best when it’s still warm and freshly made~
4. Kopi Daong
Cafes in Bogor are top-notch too, t-mates! Especially this one that’s surrounded by greeneries and fairy lights located not far from the city.
Situated in the heart of pine forests, Kopi Daong is perfect for a breath of fresh air and new pics for the feeds. The coffee here is a must-try too~
3. Cimory Dairyland
Take your whole family here, where one place can provide you so much! Restaurants and small stalls are full of instagrammable spots, ready to be explored!
Kiddos in the family will love the activities there such as camel feeding, duck pond, mini donkey & sheep farm, and also horse riding. Don’t forget to buy sweets and goodies from Cimory, t-mates!
Annual Events in Bogor
1. Bogor Street Festival CGM 2022 (February)
The heaps of festiveness that barongsai brings must be familiar to you! Well, here at Bogor Street Festival CGM 2022 is held to bring back all the joy for people who enjoy the Cap Go Meh celebration. This hybrid festival took “Embracing Diversity – National Unifying Cultural Event” as its theme this year and was held in Vihara Dhanagun.
In this event, you can pray with religious leaders and enjoy online cultural arts performances equipped with Liong and Barong attractions.
2. Kite Festival (February)
Looking up at a pretty sky is one thing, but looking at it filled with colorful kites is another thing! Luckily, you can live up to your childhood memories in Bogor where they held the Kite Festival in Agro Eduwisata Organik Mulyaharja (AEWO), Ciharashas.
Not only that, t-mates! The festival varies from fighting kites and dragon kites to decorative kites. Also, it commemorates post-harvest time while preserving traditional games and endorsing all kite enthusiasts and craftsmen in Bogor City.
3. Takjil Sharing – Live Cooking (April)
In this pandemic situation, sharing with others and giving love all around us shouldn’t be banished during Ramadan. Indonesian Chef Association (ICA) BPC Bogor Raya together with the Tourism and Culture Office of the City of Bogor and Gojek held massive cooking activities that served 2022 portions of kebuli fried rice which were distributed to the people of Bogor City.
Imagine how nice it would be to participate, right, t-mates?
*Note: event schedules can change anytime
Now is the Time to Explore Bogor!
Those are the various tourist attractions, culinary delights, and exciting events in Bogor, t-mates! It turns out that there are many interesting and really fun things, so you better book your dates and have your friends or family on vacation to Bogor! To know more about the gorgeous city, read here~
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