5 Best Spots In the East Java to See Milky Way

Are you ready to stargazing photo shoot? Here are best spots in the East Java to see milky way phenomenon!
Bromountain - There are two possibility how you do know about milky way. First, you are really in love with milky way (we are absolutely sure since you’re browsing it on google and reading this post). Or, the second is you just catch a glimpse of it while scrolling your social media such Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Path, and etc.
Then,
If you are totally new to milky way, let me give you a brief overview!
Milky way is derived from Latin language  - via Lactea. It is also called galaxias in Greece that means “milk”. And, Indonesian called milky way as Bimasakti which is a stars cluster in the solar system where the earth also belongings to it.
William Herschel, a Germany leading astronomer had first observed the stars distribution. A few years later, after observing 600 different stars, he came to conclusions that was stars grow and lead on to Bimasakti.
Milky way is a natural phenomenon. It is formed from astronomical objects  that we can clearly see in the less light or night. Better to see this phenomenon from beach or high location such mountain. Sometimes, the milky way can be see nakedly – witness it with our eyeball.

Best  Spots in the East Java to See Milky Way

Indonesia has many places to enjoy the phenomenon of milky way. But today, the East Java has become a must visit places for enjoying the stargazing. There are many locations that you can put in your agenda to stargaze. Ready? We have rounded up five most famous spots in the East Java.
Best Spots To See Milky Way in The East Java
Camping to See Milky Way

1. Mount Bromo

Let the Indonesia-popular mountain be on first place to be recommended for your milky way experience.  You can witness the scenic and existence of the phenomenon yourself.
Mount Bromo is a part of the Bromo Tengger Semeru (BTS) National Park. On the holiday season, this mountain attract tourists both local and foreigners.
Not only does Bromo have a good place to enjoy milky way, it also has best view to see the sunrise tour. After witnessing the beauty of milky way at mt Bromo, you may rank it to your weekly list even the world. True?
Also read : 4 Best Mount Bromo Places to Enjoy Milky Way

2. Ranu Kumbolo

Really want to get away from the bustle of daily working? Go hiking to Ranu Kumbolo and you will find the heaven down to earth. More over, you can see a breathtaking milky way phenomenon when heading on to this place in the sunny day.
Ranu Kumbolo naturally is a freshwater lake. This lake has long been used climbers as a favorite transit place while hiking mt Semeru. Most of climbers will usually pitch a tent and camp in this area before climbing to top of Mahameru on the next day. Located in the BTS National park as same as Mount Bromo.
Milky way photographers will not miss the moment in the Ranu Kumbolo. Notch up your camera and shoot as many as you want it. The unspoiled moment you get here will absolutely make your friends jealous.
There are two best spots to milky way photo shoot such Kalimati and Hill Love (Bukit Cinta in Indonesia translation).

3. Ijen Crater

When it comes to third place, Ijen crater is one of the recommendation. Travelers have to consider visiting this place.
Located at Ijen volcano Banyuwangi, Ijen crater become one of the largest crater in the East Java. Ijen crater is also named a giant crater lake. You can see both the scenic of sunrise and blue fire phenomenon other than in Canada.
A little bit different than any other tourism destinations, Ijen crater will also serve you with fro miners hauling sulfur from the bottom of crater. The carried sulfur has 30 kg in weight. You must see how strong the miners at this place. And take photo shoot to their awesome activity.
Other than blue fire phenomenon and the beauty sunrise, you will soon enjoy the unforgettable milky way at Ijen crater. Its phenomenon could be seen quite clear with naked eye in the sunny (night) weather. Don’t you want to travel to Ijen crater and get the three services, too?
Also read : Top 9 So Stunning Milky Way Locations in Indonesia You’ll Enjoy

4. Cape of Papuma

Leading on Jember tourism, the cape of Papuma will be one of famous destination for photo shoot. It is located at subdistrict of Jember, Wuluhan.  The other name from this south coast is Papuma which is the abbreviation of Pasir Putih Malikan (Malikan White Sand).
Travelers will feel like in Hawai, blue beach with white sand reverse the mountain. Papuma has big waves and corals such like coast in the Hindia ocean.
As describe above, Papuma or Malikan White Sand has really Malikan stones that sounded like music when impinging with waves. Ensure to see and listen the Malikan stones melody yourself!

5. Baluran National Park

When it comes to travel, savana meadow in Africa might come to mind. However, please consider come to Banyuangi, Indonesia. There is Baluran national park that you can put in your calendar. It is one of three existing national parks in Banyuangi. This national park no wonder can be the Africa Van Java.

Final Thought

The East Java is a good province you should transit while visiting Indonesia. There are many beaches and mountains that serve you the most witch picturques scenery. Both Mount Bromo and Ijen Crater are the most transited place by foreigners. One of the reason can be theirs milky way phenomenon.
Have you ever visited the East Java and watch milky way phenomenon? What is your most favorite places? Share your thoughts in the comments below. 

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