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Java's southeastern wilderness where ancient forest meets world-class surf

Alas Purwo National Park

Alas Purwo National Park occupies a distinctive position at the far eastern edge of Java island, where the Blambangan Peninsula extends into the Bali Strait separating Java from Bali. This location has deep cultural significance in Javanese tradition, believed to be the place where land first appeared according to mythological accounts, giving the park its name meaning first or ancient forest. The park encompasses a remarkable diversity of ecosystems within its boundaries, ranging from coastal mangrove swamps along the southern shore to rolling savanna grasslands and dense lowland monsoon forest in the interior. The landscape is punctuated by Mount Linggamanis, a volcanic formation reaching 322 meters elevation that provides panoramic views across the park and toward the Bali Strait. Beyond its natural values, Alas Purwo holds spiritual significance for local communities, particularly Hindu practitioners who conduct the Pagerwesi ritual at Pura Luhur Giri Salaka within the park boundaries. The park's management operates under a zonation system that includes core protection zones, wilderness areas, rehabilitation zones, traditional use areas, and zones designated for spiritual and cultural practices.

Location
Indonesia
Park type
National park
Established
1992
Area
434.2 km²
Highest point
322 m
Alas Purwo National Park Protected Landscape
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