Aurora has become one of the wonders of the sky that can captivate anyone. Aurora is a natural phenomenon of gleam in the ionosphere. Aurora occur due to the interaction between magnetic fields and charged particles emitted by the sun. The men who can look on the Aurora certainly very fortunate because Aurora did not appear at any time. Aurora often occurs in the polar regions, both north and south poles, because as we know that the polar regions have a strong magnetic field. A Canadian named Paul Zizka has managed to capture the beauty of the appearance of the sky on this one. Paul Ziska camera shots immortalized in his website that is zizca.ca. Besides occurs in the polar regions, it can also occur sightings of Aurora in Weh island. Weh island is an island located off the western tip of Indonesia. Although the reflections that occur are not as good as in the polar regions but enough to treat a desire to see the Aurora without having to polar regions. Pulau Weh seemed to be an alternative worth for aurora seeker.
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| Aurora in Weh Island |
Boat engines used to reach Weh island from Ulee Lheue port in Aceh city. Dolphins will accompany the trip as long as journey to Weh island. In addition to a beautiful view of the sky, there are three interesting beaches to visit while on the Weh island ie Sumur Tiga beach, Iboih beach, and Gapang beach. Here's a little overview of these three beaches,
Sumur Tiga Beach
Sumur Tiga beach is a beach that is suitable for tourists who have a hobby snorkel or just want to try it. Sumur Tiga beach is a white sandy beach which is located in the village of le Meulee, Weh island. In the outskirt of coast there are five freshwater wells, wells is used as a water source by the local residents to meet their water needs. According to local stories, the fifth well is believed to be connected with the Aneuk Laot lake. Laot Aneuk lake is a lake that is a source of fresh water for the entire resident in Weh island.
Iboih Beach
This beach has a lot of coral reefs and various kinds of fish so it is appropriate for tourists who love the underwater sport. This beach has several diving points, need about a week to enjoy the whole of diving point here. Many fish which swimming here is very unique and funny, like finding nemo fish in cartoons. Lodging is available for tourists who intend to visit this place and enjoy the whole of diving point. Lodging around Iboih beach is quite cheap.
Gapang Beach
This beach called beach Gapang because there are many Gapang trees grow around the outskirt of the beach. The beach is also be a worthy destination for snorkeling. Complete facilities ranging from lodging, restaurants, shops which rent diving equipment, and small shops which selling souvenirs. This beach is also available for the dive guide services.
The beauty of all these beaches in Weh island are not inferior to the beach that were in Bali island. Let's begin an adventure! But still keep the nature!
