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CURIOUS how exciting a vacation to Kupang is? Of the many popular tourist attractions, Kupang is one of the most popular tourist destinations for tourists. Its beautiful and well-maintained nature makes tourist destinations in Kupang doubly attractive.
Kupang not only has many tourist attractions that you can explore but also offers a variety of delicious culinary delights that tempt the taste buds. Supported by easy transportation and accommodation, Kupang is slowly becoming a favorite destination in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT).
Kupang is listed as a municipality as well as the capital city of East Nusa Tenggara Province. As the largest city on the island of Timor, Kupang is never lonely. In fact, it gets busier as the evening approaches. Almost along the road there are street vendors and stalls. This is natural, considering that the local people of Kupang really like food.
In the holiday season, especially during Christmas and New Year, the tourist atmosphere in Kupang City is even more lively because it is filled with typical Christmas decorations, colorful lights, and Christmas trees. You will not feel bored spending your vacation in Kupang, because as far as the eye can see there is a stretch of white sand filled with coral.
For those of you who are planning to spend your vacation in Kupang, consider the following recommendations for the most popular tourist attractions in Kupang.
Kupang Tourist Attractions
1. Gua Kristal (Crystal Cave)
You could say, Crystal Cave is one of Kupang’s tourist attractions that you shouldn’t miss. From downtown Kupang, Crystal Cave can be reached by driving for thirty minutes.
Along the way to this tourist destination in Kupang, you will be treated to beautiful views of shady trees, crystal-clear freshwater pools with stunning color gradations, and limestone-colored natural rocks. Even though you are allowed to play in the water and swim due to safety factors, just enjoying the beautiful scenery from the shore is very satisfying, you know.
Because the road to the mouth of the cave is very slippery, don’t forget to use non-slip footwear to prevent unwanted things from happening. You can find this tourist attraction in Kupang in Bolok Village, Kupang District, East Nusa Tenggara.
2. Lasiana Beach
The beauty of the beaches in Kupang is also one of the attractions of the capital of East Nusa Tenggara, one of which is Lasiana Beach. This tourist attraction in Kupang which is about fifteen minutes from the city center has a stretch of soft white sand enhanced by the color of crystal clear sea water. Uniquely, when viewed from the shoreline, the color of the sea water looks like a mixture of green and dark blue. So pretty.
At this tourist spot in Kupang, you can relax for a while while unwinding. Because this beach includes sloping waves with relatively calm, water play activities, fishing, and swimming are allowed. However, make sure to stay safe by following the applicable regulations.
While waiting for the sunset, you can sit back and relax under a palm tree or a towering coconut tree. From a distance, you can see beautiful hills that add to the attractiveness of this tour in Kupang.
For those of you who are interested in visiting this tourist destination in Kupang, come to Lasiana Village, Central Kupang District, East Nusa Tenggara.
3. Oesapa Beach
Oesapa Beach is a family favorite tourist destination in Kupang that is never empty. On this beach, you can not only enjoy the amazingly beautiful landscape of Kupang, but also be pampered with a variety of delicious culinary delights.
You can sit back and relax in the gazebo or colorful bean bags while enjoying a variety of local snacks. For those of you who like sunset hunting activities, this tourist attraction in Kupang must be included in the list of visits during your vacation in Kupang.
On this beach, you can watch the beauty of the sunset with a golden red color that is very beautiful and exotic. If you are interested, you can find Oesapa Beach in Kelapa Lima District, Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara.
4. Tablolong Beach
Kupang’s tourist attraction is extraordinary. One other destination that you should not miss is Tablolong Beach. Especially for those of you who like water play activities, such as swimming, snorkeling, and diving.
This Kupang tourist destination offers an amazing underwater charm. The water is clear so you can watch the small fish swimming and the beautiful coral reefs. This beach, whose beauty is still maintained, is a favorite place for anglers.
For the convenience of visitors, this tourist destination in Kupang has been equipped with quite good facilities, such as public toilets, gazebos for relaxing, places to eat, and parking areas. To reach Tablolong Beach, you have to travel about ninety minutes from Kupang City to Tablolong, West Kupang, Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara.
5. Bukit Cinta (Hill of Love)
For those of you who like photo hunting activities, Bukit Cinta is a must-visit tourist spot in Kupang. A tourist destination located on Jalan Prof. Dr. Herman Johanes, Penfui, Central Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara offers a beautiful view of the hills.
From the top of the hill, you can see the expanse of grass and towering green trees. Interestingly, from behind the expanse of the hill there is a Dutch heritage cave. It is said that the cave was used to hide by Japanese troops during World War II. If traced, the cave is directly connected to the cave located near Lasiana Beach, isn’t this a very interesting tourist attraction in Kupang?
6. Pantai Batu Nona
Nunsui Beach or more popularly known as Batu Nona Beach offers a natural panorama in the form of a beach with unique rocks. If observed, these rocks resemble a young woman or lady.
This tourist destination in Kupang is quite close to El Tari Kupang International Airport, only about nineteen minutes drive. No wonder Batu Nona Beach has always been a mandatory destination for tourists visiting Kupang. You can find this beach in Kelapa Lima District, Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara.
7. Oenesu Falls
One more tourist attraction in Kupang that you should not miss, namely Oenesu Waterfall. This Kupang tourist destination, which is located in Oenesu Village, West Kupang District, East Nusa Tenggara, offers natural charm that is still unspoiled, untouched.
In this tourist spot in Kupang, you can enjoy a calm atmosphere with cool air. Fun, you are also allowed to play water or swim. The cold water will make the body fresh again. While relaxing in the gazebo, you can enjoy lunch or take pictures as a keepsake.
8. Tesbatan Waterfall
Another waterfall tourist destination in Kupang is Tesbatan Waterfall, which has three levels of water flow. The atmosphere is very beautiful and refreshing to be like an oasis in the middle of the city of Kupang.
Although to get to this tourist attraction in Kupang, you need to go through a route that is quite difficult and challenging, but of course the beauty offered will be worth your struggle.
If you are interested in visiting this Kupang tourist destination, just come to Oenoni II Village located in Amarasi District, Kupang Regency, East Nusa Tenggara.
9. Ketapang Satu Beach
The beach, which is located on Jalan Sumatra, Todekisar, Kota Lama District, Kupang City, is an alternative beach tourist destination in Kupang that you can explore while on vacation to Kupang. Famous for its very romantic sunset views, this Kupang tourist destination is one of the favorite choices for young people to spend a relaxing time in the afternoon.
10. Monkey Cave Recreation Park
As the name implies, the main attraction of this Kupang tour is the presence of monkeys that live freely in this Kupang tourism area.
This tourist attraction, which is located in Kelapa Satu, Alak Village, Kupang City, is very interesting to visit because of the behavior of the hundreds of monkeys that inhabit this area. However, you don’t need to worry because even though they are quite active, these monkeys are quite tame.
Those are a number of Kupang tourist attractions that you need to know. For those of you who are interested in exploring the nature of East Nusa Tenggara, don’t hesitate to visit Kupang and start planning a trip to Kupang using the Traveloka application. What are you waiting for? Come on, plan a vacation to Kupang now. [sources/photo special]
