Megamendung is a town and an administrative district (Indonesian: kecamatan ) in the Bogor Regency , West Java, Indonesia. Adjoining with neighbouring Cisarua District (from parts of which it was created in 1997), the district is part of a cluster of tourist and leisure developments best known as the Puncak area. It lies 70 kilometres south from Jakarta , a few kilometres southeast of Bogor, and is considered a mountainous area.
22-448: The district covers an area of 40.63 km, and had a population of 96,887 at the 2010 Census and 107,137 at the 2020 Census; the official estimate as at mid 2023 was 113,756 - comprising 59,204 males and 54,552 females. The administrative centre is at the town of Sukamaju, and the district is sub-divided into twelve villages ( desa ), all sharing the postcode of 16770, as listed below with their areas and populations as at mid 2023. Megamendung
44-588: A rather high altitude. Near the district is a mountain pass known for its villas and hostels, as well as a well-known "heritage" hotel known as the "Puncak Pass", built in 1928. Cisarua is also known due to the relatively high population of people of Middle East ethnic origin, and the use of Indonesian Arabic as well having a sizeable population of asylum seekers and refugees, mainly coming from Afghanistan and Pakistan , as well as ones coming from parts of Africa, primarily from Sudan , Egypt , and Somalia . The reason why many asylum seekers has sought refuge here
66-563: Is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Cisarua Cisarua is a town and an administrative district ( kecamatan ) in the Bogor Regency , located in the province of West Java , Indonesia - not to be confused with districts of the same name in West Bandung Regency and Sumedang Regency . The district covers a land area of 71.32 km , and had a population of 112,655 at the 2010 Census and 127,096 at
88-534: Is a branch of Taman Safari located at Sigandu Beach, Batang Regency , Central Java The park primarily focuses on bottlenose dolphins but also features other animal exhibits, including a sea turtle touch pool , a mini safari, a bird aviary, reptile exhibits, and a freshwater aquarium. It was formerly known as Batang Dolphin Center. Solo Safari is a branch of Taman Safari located in Surakarta , Central Java . It
110-645: Is about 50 kilometres (31 mi) from Juanda International Airport in Surabaya and about 45 kilometres (28 mi) from Malang . Situated on the slope of Mount Arjuno , the park is located 800 to 1,500 metres (2,600 to 4,900 ft) above sea level and covers approximately 350 hectares (860 acres), making it one of the largest safari parks in Asia. Bali Safari and Marine Park is a branch of Taman Safari located in Marina Beach, Bali . Safari Beach Jateng
132-493: Is also close to Gunung Gede Pangrango National Park , where a portion of the park itself lies within district boundaries. Megamendung is most famed for its restaurant and factory outlets, where they have are often frequented by locals, daytrippers and visitors from Jakarta and around. Asides from said clusters, the district are also renowned for its variety of streams that flow down from nearby Mount Pangrango and surrounding mountains. This West Java location article
154-700: Is because of the relatively cool temperatures, as well as its location being close to the UNHCR offices in the capital Jakarta , which are located roughly about 72 kilometres north of the district. Back at the Dutch colonial era, the area was called "Tjisaroea", and between 1945 and 1949 Indonesian National Revolution the Royal Netherlands East Indies Army ( KNIL ) maintained a prison camp for soldiers convicted of breaches of military discipline. The most well-known of those imprisoned there
176-514: Is notably smaller than the other three Taman Safari parks and was opened on 27 January 2023 by the mayor of Surakarta, Gibran Rakabuming Raka . Unlike the drive-in safaris at the other parks, Solo Safari features two large walk-in exhibits (or walk-in safaris) showcasing fauna from Asia and Africa, as well as waterfowl such as pelicans and cormorants. It also has various other exhibits featuring animals such as binturongs and otters. Formerly known as Jurug Zoo Solo (also called Taru Jurug Animal Park), it
198-629: Is situated in Puncak , a popular tourist area in West Java. Taman Safari I covers an area of 170 hectares (420 acres) and houses a collection of more than 3,000 animals, including Bengal tigers , Malayan sun bears , giraffes , orangutans , hippos , zebras , and Sumatran elephants . Some animals, such as the Bali myna , are involved in conservation projects. The majority of the species represented are African. Nine shows are offered at Taman Safari I:
220-464: The 2020 Census; the official estimate as at mid 2023 was 132,320 - comprising 68,396 males and 63,924 females. The administrative centre is at Leuwimalang, and the district is sub-divided into the town ( kelurahan ) of Cisarua and nine rural villages ( desa ), all sharing the postcode of 16750, as set out below with their areas and their populations at mid 2023. The district is known for its mild climate, tea fields, and extensive views, being located at
242-692: The Elephant Show, Safari Theater, Various Animals Show, Tiger Show, Sea Lion Show, Bird of Prey Show, Dolphin Show, Cowboy Show, and the Globe of Death. Near the Wild Wild West area, visitors can see Jaksa Waterfall . To reach the waterfall, visitors can take the road train or walk approximately 500 meters. Jaksa Waterfall is 45 meters tall, and the pool underneath is shallow enough for children to play in. The water of Jaksa Waterfall originates from
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#1732772706841264-609: The Middle East, including from Saudi Arabia, with reasons of coming similar to the ones with the asylum seekers. Because of the number of Arab migrants and tourists, the district is often called as the "Kampung Arab". This West Java location article is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Taman Safari Taman Safari Indonesia , or simply Taman Safari , refers to animal theme parks located in Cisarua , Prigen , and Bali . These parks are part of
286-642: The Safari Journey at night on a road train accompanied by guides. Near the end of the trip, visitors can watch the Spectacular Light Dance, featuring fire performances by the performers. The zoo's Javan warty pig can only be seen during the Night Safari. Every weekend and holiday, visitors can hike around the forest surrounding the park. Before starting the hike, visitors are guided by an instructor to do some exercises. During
308-465: The construction of the "Panda Palace," which would become their home at Taman Safari. The pandas traveled over 4,400 kilometers, departing from Shuangliu International Airport in Chengdu, China, on 28 September 2017. After a five-and-a-half-hour flight, they arrived at Soekarno–Hatta International Airport . Following an adjustment period of approximately two months, Cai Tao and Hu Chun were displayed to
330-420: The foot of Mount Gede Pangrango. With some luck, visitors might also spot native wildlife, including various primates and birds. According to local legend, washing one’s face with Jaksa Waterfall's water can make it easier to find a mate, secure sustenance, and stay youthful. Additionally, Taman Safari provides facilities such as a canteen and changing rooms. Every weeknight or holiday night, visitors can explore
352-469: The hike, they are accompanied by guides who teach them about medicinal plants , allow them to observe native wildlife from a distance, and visit the Javan leopard and Javan rusa breeding facilities, as well as an abandoned colonial era house. At the end of the hike, visitors can enjoy several games. Taman Safari I was established in 1980 on 50 hectares of previously unproductive plantation land. In 1990,
374-584: The park was designated a National Tourism Object by Susilo Sudarman , the Minister of Tourism, Postal, and Telecommunications at that time. In September 2017, Taman Safari introduced two giant pandas named Cai Tao (蔡涛) and Hu Chun (胡春). Cai Tao and Hu Chun were born at the Bifengxia Panda Base in Bifengxia , Ya'an , Sichuan , China . Their arrival was a long-anticipated event, marked by
396-732: The public in November 2017. In front of the Panda Palace are two replica statues of the pandas welcoming visitors. The Panda Palace is also equipped with several facilities, including a food court and a souvenir store. To minimize noise from vehicles, visitors must take a bus to reach the Panda Palace. The Grand Taman Safari Prigen (formerly Taman Safari II ) is a branch of Taman Safari located in Prigen , Pasuruan , East Java ( 7°45′40″S 112°40′02″E / 7.761171°S 112.66722°E / -7.761171; 112.66722 ). It
418-571: The same organization and are known as Taman Safari I, II, and III. Taman Safari I is the most popular of the three. Taman Safari I, also known as Taman Safari Bogor, is located in the district of Cisarua in Bogor Regency, on the old main road between Jakarta and Bandung , West Java . It is approximately 80 kilometers (50 miles) from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta and 78 kilometers (48 miles) from Bandung. Taman Safari I
440-636: Was Poncke Princen , who in 1947 served four months at the Tjisaroea Prison Camp on charges of desertion and later went over to the Indonesian National Armed Forces . Cisarua District originally covered a larger area, but in 1997 the northern and western parts of the district were split off to create a new Megamentung District. Tourism attractions around the area include Taman Safari , Telaga Warna and Melrimba Puncak. Cisarua also attracts many tourists from
462-783: Was acquired and revitalized by the Taman Safari group and the mayor of Surakarta in 2022. Some of the animals at Solo Safari were transferred from the old park, with additional new additions as well. Exhibit animals: Jakarta Aquarium is located inside the Neo Soho Mall in Jakarta . The aquarium features saltwater, freshwater, brackish, and land animals from around the world. The company came under fire in April 2016 for its alleged practice of drugging wild animals to use them as props in photographs with tourists. The company stated that
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#1732772706841484-447: Was created from what were formerly the northern and western parts of Cisarua District in 1997. Much of the district lies at an elevation of 500-600 metres, which moderates the temperature, and causing contrast to the heat of Greater Jakarta and other adjacent low-lying lands. Though much of the built-up area is not necessarily on rugged terrain, uneven ground is the most common terrain as it stands sandwiched between mountains. The area
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