Cibodas Botanical Garden — Attraction in Java

From the moment I stepped foot inside, I was captivated by the garden's serene ambiance and the sheer diversity of flora that it houses. The meticulously curated collection of rare and exotic plant species from various corners of the world left me awe-inspired. Walking along the well-maintained pathways, I felt like I was exploring a paradise of botanical wonders.

The garden's organization and signage deserve special praise, as they made navigation seamless and allowed me to make the most of my visit. I was impressed by the efforts taken to provide educational information about the different plant species, fostering a deeper appreciation for nature's bounty.

As I explored further, I stumbled upon the charming little ponds and cascading waterfalls that added a touch of tranquility to the entire experience. It was a sheer delight to sit by the water, listen to the soothing sounds of nature, and breathe in the fresh, invigorating air.

Moreover, the staff at Cibodas Botanical Garden were courteous and helpful. Their warm welcome and willingness to answer my queries made me feel valued as a visitor.

I can't stress enough how well-maintained and clean the entire garden was. It's evident that the management places a strong emphasis on preserving the natural beauty of this place while providing a pleasant experience for visitors.

To top it all off, the garden boasts awe-inspiring viewpoints that offer panoramic vistas of the surrounding landscapes, including the majestic Mount Gede Pangrango. It's a picture-perfect spot for photography enthusiasts and a moment of pure serenity for everyone else.

In conclusion, Cibodas Botanical Garden is a jewel in the crown of Indonesia's natural wonders. It's a place where you can immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of Mother Nature and reconnect with the earth in its purest form. My visit to this remarkable garden left me with unforgettable memories, and I can wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking solace, inspiration, and a true appreciation for the wonders of our planet.

If you find yourself in the vicinity of West Java, a visit to Cibodas Botanical Garden is an absolute must. I guarantee that you'll leave with a heart full of gratitude for this splendid...

Cibodas Botanical Garden, which we know today as one of these attractions, has a very valuable historical value. This area is a former Dutch colonial legacy around the 1850s.

Johannes Ellias Teijsmann Is Johannes Ellias Teijsmann, a Dutch curator of the Bogor Botanical Gardens who founded the Cibodas Botanical Garden which was originally named Bergtuin te Tjibodas on April 11, 1852. It was originally intended as a place of acclimatization of plants of foreign origin that had important values ​​and high economy. One of them is the Quinine Tree (Cinchona calisaya). Then it developed into part of the Bogor Botanical Gardens under the name Balai Kebun Raya Cibodas Branch.

April 11 every year becomes the establishment of Cibodas Botanical Garden. On this special date, the entrance ticket to the Cibodas Botanical Garden which was initially charged at Rp. 9,500, - / person, the management usually free them. Visitors can enter without the need to pay for a ticket.

In 2003 the status of the Cibodas Botanical Garden became more independent as the Technical Implementation Unit (UPT) of the Plant Conservation Center under the Bogor Botanical Garden Conservation Center in terms of the Deputy for Life Sciences of the Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI).

In general, people, especially ordinary people, this botanical garden is only as a tourist attraction, a tourist vacation spot. Not many people know, that actually Cibodas Botanical Garden has a special function that is very vital.

Its main functions are: Services, inventory, exploration, conservation and reintroduction of wetland species especially in the western regions of Indonesia. Provision of scientific services, correctional knowledge in the field of plant conservation and plant introduction. Implementation of administrative and household affairs. So basically this place is not just an ordinary tourist spot. Here is a place of research of various plants that have scientific value and economic value.

Even the manager of the botanical garden provides services for organizing environmental education and ecotourism for students, students and the general public who want to know the intricacies of plant conservation and...

Was it a garden or a park?! Well who cares, even by walking some of the terrain quite challenging as if you were in a National Park. But with various food stalls and few public centre this was for sure a botanical garden. It’s a must to go here if you’re in the Bandung-Bogor Area. During weekdays it would need 45-60 minutes travel from Bogor and 90 – 120 minutes from Bandung. During holiday and peak season the duration to reach Cibodas Botanical Garden could stretch to 180-300 minutes, still it will be worth it. Two favourite points for me was (which) I assume as the Ciloto Waterfall and The Great Pine Forest. The Ciloto Waterfall is a (very mini) waterfall which run through the main car road and goes down to a (very) shallow river. You can take off your footwear and goes in to feel the soothing water of Cibodas. Yet, what astonished me most was the Great Pine Forest right around the curve after the waterfall, as if I am visiting Greenwood The Great. I totally wouldn’t surprised if Beorn and Radagast with its rabbit suddenly passed.

Tips in visiting this area: (Especially for non-hikers which have limited time and prefer to go by car) Go in weekdays (especially not peak season), at weekend car is not allowed to enter. Take one full run in car, pick your favourite spot, and then the next round go down there to enjoy the scenery. (the two up’s are mine, find your favourite one. There’s one more waterfall, but we didn’t manage to go there as it need hiking and our time was limited)

Be wary of:  The main road is smooth, unfortunately the path between the main road to the garden consist of road trap in form of holes with 10-15 cm deep and 15cm – as wide as the road width. If you are pregnant, until the road being fixed either you have a patient driver or postponed until Cianjur Government fixed the road.  There are two ticket booth, the first one for the State Government (Rp. 17.000 for 3 adult & 1 car) and the second one for the Garden (Rp.9500/adult and Rp.15.000/car).

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