Welcome to Jepara
Known as the pioneer in teak wood carving art, Jepara also offers beautiful natural scenery and scenic coastal tourism to watch for. One particular beautiful tourism spot is Karimunjawa Island. In addition, Jepara is also renowned as the birthplace of R.A. Kartini. This city is so synonymous with IbuKartini, so much that it can be seen on numerous landmarks scattered across Jepara
The Best Oceanic Tourism in Central Java
1. Karimun Jawa National park
Karimun Jawa National Park is an up and coming tourism destination in Inodnesia. Karimunjawa boast its underwiter diversity with numerous coral reef and oceanic animals. Karimunjawa coastal line has its iconic white sandy beaches fit for sunbathing. Other than that, Karimunjawa national park has rich ecosystem such as rainforest, algae, and mangrove. This tourism destionation offers numerous water related sport such as diving, snorkeling, fishing, swimming, sunbathing or even just a stroll on the beach. There is no need to go as far as Bunaken in Sumatra or Raja Ampata in Papua, because Karimunjawa has them all
Distance from d’SEASON Premiere: 15 min to port
How to get there : board KMP Muria (6 hours) or Kartini I Speedboat (90 min)
2. Pantai Bandengan, Pantai Kartini and Pantai Teluk Awur
Beaches are the most sought-after tourism spot for families. In Jepara, there are numerous spectacular beaches such as Pantai Bandengan, Pantai Kartini and Pantai Teluk Awur. PantaiKartini offers children’s playground, docks and tortoise aquarium. Pantai Bandengan is well known for its regular motocross competition and kite festival. Pantai Teluk Awur has its crystal clear water which makes it ideal for swimming.
Distance from d’SEASON Premiere
PantaiKartini : 5 min
PantaiBandengan : 0 second
PantaiTelukAwur : 20 min
3. Panjang isle
Panjang isle is surrounded by shallow water, which is ideal for coral reef to grow. The water in south side has no current, which makes it ideal for swimming, snorkeling and canoeing. This 19ha isle can be accessed through Pantai Kartini. Strolling around the isle is another interesting activity tourist mostly do.
Distance from d’SEASON Premiere: 15 min from port
4. Songgolangit Waterfall
This waterfall is located in Bucu Village, Kembang District, 30 km north from town hall. This waterfall is called “songgolangit” (meaning holding the sky) due to its height, reaching 80m and width 2m. Under the waterfall is a reservoir up to 3m, fit for swimming. Fresh air and beautiful scenery makes this place another popular tourism destination. This place also boasts its butterflies. According to local legend, this waterfall has its so-called guardian, a husband and wife that protect this waterfall. Also according to local legend taking a bath using this waterfall’s reservoir can grants youth.
Back to History
1. R.A. Kartini Museum
This museum is located in town hall, which makes it a regular tourism spot. This museum holds numerous relics left behind by R.A. Kartini herself. This place also holds family portrait, and historical object dating back to 7th century, an era ruled by Queen Shima, ruler of Kalingga Kingdom. In addition, there is also a 6tonnes fish skeleton called “JokoTuo”, which is 16m long and 2m wide. It was discovered in 1989 in Karimunjawa national park.
2. Portuguese fort
Portuguese fort is a preserved cultural heritage located in Banyuamis village, Donorojo district. In its day, this fort controls sea-faring route from jepara to eastern part of Indonesia.
3. Hian Thian Siang Tee Shrine
HianThian Siang Tee Shrine is located in central Jepara, Welahan village. This village is famous as Chinese cultural heritage, which is two large shrines. This shrine receive its name from Chinese doctor, Tan Siang Hoe and Tan Siang Djie
International Business
1. Wood carving and furniture
Jepara is internationally famous for its wood carving industry. This industry also acts as tourism destination in several areas such as Ngabul Village, SenenanVilage, Tahunan village, Pekeng village, Kalongan Village and Pemuda. Carpenter open their workshop to show their skill and tourist can buy their product
2. Troso Weaving central
In this era where textile products are mostly industrial in scale and massive, handmade weaving still holds a special spot in many people. Due to its handmade weaving, this cloth is highly appreciated. This central has been established for a couple decades and has its ups and downs, however Troso village still thrive to maintain its authenticity as a national heritage.
Bumi Kartini Delicacies
1. Pindang serani
As coastal city, seafood is a must in Jepara. This local cuising is made of milkfish and broth. This clear broth fells soft and fresh, and the succulent meat which are freshly caught from sea makes this dish hard to forget.
2. Horog-Horog
Horog-horog is by far the most authentic dish from Jepara. It is incredibly difficult to find this dish in other areas event in neighboring cities such as Kudus, Pati and Demak. This dish uses flour and brown sugar as primary ingredient and requires 2 days and 2 nights to cook this particular dish. Horog-horog is usually enjoyed with meatball, pecel or gado-gado
3. Soto Jepara
At a glance, this soto is just like any other soto, but what differentiates this soto with other, is in its broth, which has kucai in it. Soto Jepara can be enjoyed in many small hawker place scattered around jepara.
4. Gule Petih Jepara
Gule Petih Jepara is made of tender lamb meat mix with spices.
5. Bongko Mento
Bongko Mento used to be a dish served only to aristocrat in Jepara. Bongko Mento is
6. Es Gempol Plered
Es Gempol Plered is a dessert made of rice flour. It is circular in shapd and rather large in size like marbles. Gempol Plered is usually served with coconut milk added with a shot of liquefied brown sugar and ice.
7. Duren petruk
Jepara like any other cities has its traditional market. But unlike any other cities, Jepara has a traditional market specifically reserved for all sort of durians. This exotic fruits with its distinct aroma can be found in numerous market in jepara.
