Origin, Location & Entrance Ticket
One of the cheap and quite popular tourist attractions in Central Java is the Delingan Karanganyar Reservoir. The dam with the original name Tirtomarto Reservoir has natural beauty that you can enjoy on the sidelines of your leisure time.
This reservoir is now a hit because it boasts a beautiful view and adequate supporting facilities. Approximately what facilities are there in this reservoir and what are the attractions? Check the answers below.
Overview of the Karanganyar Delingan Reservoir
Delingan Reservoir is an artificial reservoir or other designation is a dam located in Delingan Village, Karanganyar, Central Java.
Similar to dams in general, this reservoir functions as a water reservoir as well as an irrigation system. However, after undergoing revitalization, the reservoir area and its surroundings have turned into a beautiful and beautiful area.
The surrounding community began to come to him and make it a place for holidays with budget cheap. Especially now that there are a number of supporting facilities that are increasingly boosting existing tourism potential.
Now, this reservoir has become a reference for tourist attractions in Karanganyar Regency, Central Java, which is complete with attractions and facilities. It’s not only the local people who celebrate; Many tourists from outside the area also come.
Location of the Karanganyar Dam
The location of the Delingan Reservoir is right in Delingan Village, Karanganyar Regency, Central Java. From Karanganyar City, the distance is 3 KM and takes five to ten minutes.
It will be different if you depart from Solo. The distance is 21 KM and it takes about 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes to travel. You have to take the Jalan Lawu route with an access road that has been finely paved.
for details mapsyou can check with help Google Maps. But if you use a car rental service plus a driver at Salsa Wisata, you don’t need to stand-by open Google Maps.
For those who want to try it, now there is a new car rental package product from Salsa Wisata. Rent a Xpander Solo car. The fleet is new, the rental rates are also very friendly on the wallet.
Opening Hours of the Karanganyar Dam
There is no definite provision regarding the opening hours of the Delingan Reservoir. However, the reservoir area will usually start to get crowded in the morning around 06.00. Visitors will begin to decrease and deserted towards evening.
Likewise with a number of facilities that are here. They usually start operating in the morning and will stop operating just before Maghrib.
The same thing is true in most reservoir tourism in Indonesia. Call it the Malang Karangkates Reservoir, the Mulur Reservoir in Sukoharjo, and many other reservoir tours.
Entrance fee for the Delingan Karanganyar Reservoir
To be able to enter the reservoir area in Karanganyar, each visitor only needs to buy an entry ticket at a low price. According to the updated information, the entrance ticket to the Delingan Reservoir is very cheap.
If there are visitors who come by vehicle, there will be a separate vehicle storage fee. The rates are still relatively standard and cheap. Here we inform you about the entrance ticket and vehicle parking rates:
With cheap ticket prices, of course you can freely use your vacation funds for other tourist interests. For example, for culinary tours in local locations.
Or another option is to buy various souvenir products from Central Java dry snacks near tourist sites.
Karanganyar Delingan Reservoir Tourism Attraction
This reservoir in Karanganyar does have various attractions. For example, about the history or origins of the Karanganyar Delingan Reservoir. Apart from that, there are a variety of interesting activities that can color your holiday here.
Here we summarize the attractions and also interesting activities that you can try to do on this Karanganyar tour:
See Sunset
If in the morning you can enjoy the morning air and exercise around the reservoir, in the afternoon you can use it to watch sunset.
Sunset view of this reservoir is very beautiful. Especially when there are extras view a boat in the middle of a reservoir – truly a panorama without two beauties.
If you really intend to witness sunset here, don’t forget to bring your best camera. Other than that, be sure angle you have chosen is correct. Arrange too setting lighting on your camera.
After being satisfied with taking pictures, now is the time to fill your hungry stomach with the best culinary delights. You can drive your vehicle to the city of Solo, a small city which is famous for its various legendary Solo culinary tours.
History of the Reservoir
It is quite surprising that this dam apparently has existed since the Dutch colonial era. Around 1920, the Dutch East Indies Government built this reservoir for their benefit.
The development process takes approximately 3 years. This means that this dam was only completed in 1923. Even though it was finished, this dam only started operating in 1926.
The inauguration itself involved Kanjeng Gusti Mangkunegoro VII from the Mangkunegaran Palace as the inaugurating figure. From this info, you may conclude that this reservoir is a historical site.
Now you have a reference for a new historical tourist destination besides the Kethek Temple site, the viral Tawangmangu tourist spot, which are both in Karanganyar.
Enjoy Morning
Even though it is located not far from the city center, the village atmosphere is thick around this reservoir. The air in this area is still cool, especially in the morning.
Many tourists visit this place to enjoy the cool morning air. Usually, most people would come here in the morning to jogging or cycling around the reservoir.
Boat Ride Around the Reservoir
Besides jogging and cycling around the reservoir, tourists can also take a boat to surround the water area of the reservoir. Here, rubber boat rides are available with a capacity of 8-10 people.
The safety of this boat is also guaranteed because buoys and paddles are specially provided for tourists. You will be able to enjoy the beautiful view from the middle of the reservoir.
Swim
Besides walking around the reservoir by boat, you can also swim in this reservoir. Clean and fresh water makes many tourists not miss this opportunity.
While swimming, you will also be able to enjoy the beautiful view of Mount Lawu in the distance. Swimming in this reservoir can be an unforgettable experience for you and your family when you visit here.
Fishing
For those of you who don’t want to do too much physical activity, this reservoir also provides a special area for fishing. Usually from morning to evening, many local people go to the edge of the reservoir to fish.
If you are lucky, you can get a lot of fish. Interestingly, you can bring the fish you fished home without having to buy them.
These fish can be the main ingredients for making typical Central Javanese food which is easy to make and tastes delicious.
Facilities in the Karanganyar Dam
When discussing facilities, in fact the public facilities available for visitors to this reservoir are already qualified. Here is already available a line of these facilities:
- public toilet
- prayer room
- vehicle parking area
- hut or gazebo
- food stalls
- street stall
- inflatable boat rental center
Just reading this reservoir tourism information review makes the heart interested to go there immediately, right? Make it happen by booking a tour package to Solo at Salsa Wisata.
There are many advantages that you will achieve. Among them are cheap package prices, classy facilities, and service from the heart. What are you waiting for? Book now and enjoy the best vacation in the Delingan Reservoir, Karanganyar Regency, Central Java.