The Route From Borobudur Temple to Punthuk Setumbu View Point

All you need to do to find this special view point is just follow the route and give attention to the signs. There are several signs which can lead you to the Punthuk Setumbu.

If you get confused, don't be shy to ask the people around the neighborhood.

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Borobudur Sunrise from Punthuk Setumbu

Enjoying the beauty of Borobudur temple can be done from several view points. One of the best view point is from the Punthuk Setumbu peak. Not many people know this beautiful spot. Mostly the tourist agent will take the tourist to Manohara hotel for Borobudur Sunrise program. The price for Manohara Borobudur Sunrise is also very expensive around USD $ 30, and usually the cloud will cover the temple so you see nothing. From the Punthuk Setumbu view point, the sunrise looks very nice. You can see Merapi Volcano and the temple on the misty cloud. The entrance ticket is only IDR 15.000,- or around USD $ 1,5.

This nice place is not only a spot to view the sunrise of Borobudur, but also to view many beautiful scenery around the village. There are many beautiful thing to see from the Punthuk Setumbu view point such as rice terraces, the traditional Javanese houses, the village people activity, etc. After enjoying the view, you may continue to visit the Borobudur on the early morning, which is still quiet and peaceful.
Nb: Click here to get the map route of Punthuk Setumbu

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