Pacet: Water rides and gardens in the regional area

In the wider regional area, Little Venice offers water rides and themed architecture. The broader destination of Cianjur adds botanical, landscape, and cultural attractions.

Water rides and architecture in Little Venice

In the wider regional area around Pacet, in the Little Venice area of Kota Bunga, there are gondolas, dragon boats, pedal boats, duck boats, and a Mississippi-style riverboat. Visitors can ride a gondola through a canal, with Italian-style buildings in the background.

In addition to Venice, the replicas include Singapore’s Merlion, a Japanese temple, and a bridge in the style of San Francisco. Little Venice combines water rides with architectural motifs from several cities and countries. Kota Bunga’s concept is Keliling Dunia dalam Satu Hari, which means “Around the World in One Day” in English. If a particular ride is important to your plans, check what is currently available in advance.

Gardens and nature in the broader destination of Cianjur

Kebun Raya Cibodas is located in Desa Cimacan, Kecamatan Cipanas, at an elevation of 1,275 meters. The botanical garden combines mountain scenery with botanical diversity, with Gunung Gede Pangrango as its backdrop. Its collection of rare plants includes cacti, orchids, and carnivorous pitcher plants. Cherry trees bloom twice a year in Taman Sakura, which is described as one of the few places in Indonesia where this can be seen.

Taman Bunga Nusantara complements the botanical focus in a different way. The Museum Kehidupan presents the life cycle of plants, from germination through root formation, growth, and flowering to the replacement of plants. The garden also has a swan lake with fish, black swans from Australia (Cygnus atratus), and white swans from Europe (Cygnus olor).

The broader destination of Cianjur also has an easy trekking route to the natural waterfall Air Terjun Cibeureum. Check the current trail conditions before setting out.

Culture and cuisine in the broader destination of Cianjur

Situs Gunung Padang is also located in the broader destination of Cianjur and is a prehistoric megalithic site. The ascent can be made via steep original stone steps or a less steep concrete staircase. The two options differ in gradient and surface; check current access conditions before visiting.

At Kampung Budaya Pandan Wangi, visitors can learn about the cultivation and post-harvest process for Pandanwangi rice. It is known for its pandan aroma and sticky texture. The village also serves authentic Nasi Pandanwangi with Sundanese side dishes, which can be enjoyed amid the rice fields.

Jangari offers trips in traditional wooden boats across the waters of the Cirata Reservoir to various attractions in the middle of the reservoir. Warm Nasi Liwet with freshly grilled fish is available right on a raft (Keramba) or in floating restaurants.

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