Rote Island is the southernmost island in Indonesia, boasting a million beautiful sights and a unique culture. Here are 4 facts about Rote that you should know!
1. The Best Sunset in East Nusa Tenggara
As evening approaches and the sun sets, the afternoon sky is so beautiful, and the beauty of the sun feels so close. Many tourists say that the best sunsets are on Rote Island. You can visit several spots for the best sunsets, such as Batu Bolong Termanu.
The orange sky is adorned with pink hues, making every afternoon on Rote an unforgettable experience with its breathtaking sunsets.
The best weather to visit is during the summer season from May to September!
2. Beautiful Telaga Nirwana
Nirwana Lake, located in Oeseli Village, Southwest Rote District, Rote Island, East Nusa Tenggara, is one of the increasingly popular tourist destinations among local and foreign tourists. Located about 30 kilometers from Ba’a City, the capital of Rote Ndao Regency, visitors can travel by land from Ba’a City.
Nirwana Lake is also known as the Stingray Lake, as it resembles a stingray when viewed from a drone. Access to the lake is possible via local fishing boats available at Oeseli Beach, with a crossing time of 10-15 minutes. Activities available include canoeing and swimming.
You Must to come and enjoy the beutiful of Telaga Nirwana!
3. The Diverse Culture of Rote
Rote culture encompasses various aspects such as traditional clothing (Ti’i Langga and woven fabrics), music (sasando), and crafts (weaving and pandan basketry). In addition, there are various important traditional ceremonies such as Tu’u Belis, the Bahoruk ritual (foot stomping), as well as community economic traditions such as ndai tasi (fishing at sea) and gotong royong madene (mutual cooperation).
This diverse culture attracts many tourists to visit Rote.
4.Southernmost Point 0 of Indonesia
At the southern tip of Indonesia, Rote Island stands majestically, with beautiful seas, vast skies, and the red and white flag flying proudly!
Point 0 on Rote Island is approximately 30 km from Ba’a Port and takes about two hours to reach. It is located at Tanjung Pole, Dodaek Village, Rote Selatan Subdistrict, Rote Ndao Regency, East Nusa Tenggara.
Make sure to visit this place when you’re in Rote!
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