Kendal – Waterfalls and Fishing Villages Neighbouring Semarang
Kendal se trouve dans la partie nord de Central Java province, directly west of Semarang city. La capitale régionale est Kendal town. Kendal offre varied landscapes depuis Java Sea villages de pêcheurs to southern highland cascades – easily accessible thanks to Semarang's proximity.
Attractions et activités
Curug Sewu Waterfall is the Kendal highlands' most magnifique cascade – amid lush tropical vegetation. Kaliwungu is an Islamic education and pilgrimage centre – the annual haul (religious festival) draws large crowds. Java Sea villages de pêcheurs (Rowosari, Cepiring) have traditionnel pêche lifestyles. Ngilimut Alam nature park is a highland relaxation spot.
Culture et cuisine
Kendal is a traditionnel Central Javanese rural region: Central Javanese courtesy and religious tradition characterise it. Bandeng (milkfish) is Kendal's most famous product – bandeng presto (pressure-cooked fish) is sought across Java. Cuisine is Central Javanese: soto Kendal, bandeng presto, and wingko babat (coconut cake) are local favourites.
Sécurité publique
Kendal is a safe region. Traffic on the pantura highway is heavy. Drive carefully on highland roads. Medical care: Semarang (approx. 30 minutes) has excellent hospitals.
Informations pratiques
From Semarang Ahmad Yani Airport, approximately 30 minutes west by car. The best time to visit is April to October. Accommodation: Semarang's wider selection est recommandé; simple hotels in Kendal.