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Lembang's Charm Captivates International Tourists

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Lembang, West Bandung Regency, West Java, Indonesia, is experiencing a surge in tourists during the school holidays.
  • The Great Asia Africa tourist attraction is popular for its replicas of eight Asian and African countries, offering photo opportunities.
  • Tourists, including those from Malaysia, are drawn to Lembang's diverse natural attractions and cooler climate.

Lembang, a popular tourist destination in West Bandung Regency, West Java, is buzzing with visitors during the school holidays. The Great Asia Africa (TGAA) attraction, known for its replicas of eight Asian and African countries, is a major draw for both domestic and international tourists seeking photo opportunities.

Among the visitors is Aqilah, from Sabah, Malaysia, who took special leave to enjoy the holiday with her family. She highlighted Lembang's numerous attractions, such as Orchid Forest and TGAA, and its cool climate as reasons for her visit. "Why I chose Lembang? Because there are many tourist attractions like Orchid Forest. Now I am at Great Asia Africa, one place you can go. Lembang is cold, it's different from Malaysia where I live. Today to Lembang, tomorrow we go to Ciwidey," she said.

The influx of tourists indicates a positive trend for the region's tourism sector, with visitors appreciating the variety of natural beauty and cultural exhibits Lembang offers.

Why I chose Lembang? Because there are many tourist attractions like Orchid Forest. Now I am at Great Asia Africa, one place you can go. Lembang is cold, it's different from Malaysia where I live. Today to Lembang, tomorrow we go to Ciwidey.

— AqilahAqilah, a tourist from Sabah, Malaysia, explains her reasons for visiting Lembang.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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