West end of Weh Island
Seeing artwork that depicts a landscape that is so charming, I immediately remembered the beauty of Weh Island in Aceh. Weh Island is the edge of Indonesia in western.
Astronomically Weh Island is located at 5. 82 latitude North and 95.28 east longitude.
I imagine facing west and looking far into the middle of the Indian Ocean. big waves make me always remember the greatness of God
Weh Island (or We Island) is a small volcanic island located in the northwest of Sumatra Island. The island was once connected with Sumatra Island, but was later separated by the sea after the last volcanic eruption in the Pleistocene era. This island is located in the Andaman Sea. The largest city on Weh Island, Sabang, is the city located in the westernmost part of Indonesia.
This island is famous for its ecosystem. The Indonesian government has set an area of 60 km² from the edge of the island both in and out as a nature reserve. Big mouth sharks can be found on the beach of this island. In addition, this island is the only habitat for frogs with threatened status, Bufo valhallae (Bufo genus). The coral reefs around the island are known as the habitat of various species of fish.
There are four small islands surrounding Weh Island: Klah, Rubiah, Seulako, and Rondo. Among the four, Rubiah is famous as a place for diving tourism because of its coral reefs. In historical records, Rubiah Island is a haven for Indonesian Muslims who carry out sea hajj for before and after Mecca.
Before the Suez canal was opened in 1869, the Indonesian archipelago was reached through the Sunda Strait from Africa. From the Suez canal, the route to Indonesia is shorter through the Malacca Strait. Because of the naturalness of the port with deep and well-protected water, the Dutch East Indies government decided to open Sabang as a dock.
In 1883, the Sabang pier was opened for boats by the Atjeh Association. Initially, the port was used as a coal base for the Royal Dutch Navy, but later also included merchant ships to send export goods from northern Sumatra.
After Indonesia and development were carried out. The development of port facilities was not repaired and improved.
What's more with the enormous potential in the tourism sector, Weh Island can become the main destination for tourism in Aceh.
- For surfing fans, the big waves due to being on the Indian Ocean are certainly an interesting challenge for world surfers. All we have to do is fix and complete the facilities followed by various events to promote and attract both local and foreign tourists.
- For diving fans, beautiful coral reefs welcome you with joy. Various marine biota and interesting types of fish will spoil your eyes. The experience of being on a coral reef that is on the same level as the beauty of Raja Ampat, Papua will be presenting a fish swing and other biota.
- Hiking enthusiasts will also be presented with challenging landscapes. As one part of the ancient mountain, Weh Island provides an interesting area for hikers.
- Culinary tourism will also spoil your taste and taste. You will enjoy a variety of typical Acehnese foods and you will not be able to resist the delicacy.
- Cultural tourism with various special arts that you deserve to enjoy. various dance performances and other cultural arts will be welcome during the visit
Thank you @xpilar. I hope you accept my thought.
Warm regard from Indonesia
thanks for your good description @rokhani