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Grojogan Putri Ayu in Nganjuk Regency, East Java Province
Is Nganjuk Regency good enough to spend a vacation? The answer is clear. The region would astonish tourists with its amazing natural attractions. Waterfalls are not an exception. Nganjuk has many beautiful waterfalls including the one called Grojogan Putri Ayu. It is located in Sambikerep Village and belongs to Rejoso Sub-District. In terms of popularity, this one is better than other waterfalls in Nganjuk, in fact. This explains why both locals and outsiders often choose it as their vacation spot during long holidays. They are interested in both the beauty and serenity of the site. Here is further discussion.
The Nuance
The best way to appreciate Grojogan Putri Ayu is to learn the features and nuance. In terms of appearance, the height is not more than 10 meters and it has a terraced form. Tourists can even find multiple water discharges, having a different height as well. There is the small one, which has a height of 3 meters only. The water looks bluish and crystal clear! It looks so beautiful indeed. What is more? Another noticeable feature is the presence of a cave, located near to the waterfall. It is said the cave was once used as a retreat site by people in the past.
Exploring Grojogan Putri Ayu
Once arriving at the site, many tourists decide to get around and explore the site. It is because they want to see all parts of Grojogan Putri Ayu. The most favorite spot is indeed the smallest water discharge, where tourists often enjoy bathing and playing water. One thing, everyone should consider carrying extra clothes if they want to get in the water and take a bath in the natural pond. As an alternative, visitors can simply sit by the waterfall and enjoy the peaceful ambiance.
There must be many reasons why lots of people love to take a bath and swim in Grojogan Putri Ayu. For example, it is because of the fresh and crystal clear water. It is even said the waterfall is able to get rid of tiredness and stresses at once. Moreover, the site features bird songs and rejuvenating nature nuance. It feels like spending a vacation in a paradise! These days, the local government even applies a new policy regarding the site. All visitors should pay the entrance fee before exploring the location. Have no worries. It is quite cheap!
The next allure in Grojogan Putri Ayu is the mystical cave that resides near to it. Tourists should come with either a villager or local guide for the history, though. It is even possible to enter the cave. Once getting in, tourists would see many carved words on the wall. No one knows the meaning of those letters, though.
Nearby Attractions
- Nganjuk Square
- Anjuk Ladang Museum
- Margotresno Cave
- Cojoban Waterfall
How to Get There
From Surabaya City, a trip to Nganjuk Regency would take around 2 hours and 3 minutes. It is because the distance is 112 km. As for the best route, tourists should take Surabaya – Mojokerto Highway first. Next, they may take Mojokerto – Kertosono Highway. After arriving at Nganjuk, the next destination would be Sambikerep Village at Rejoso Sub-District (where Grojogan Putri Ayu is located). The distance is 21.1 km, so this trip may take around 42 minutes. As for the best route, it would be Nganjuk – Bojonegoro Street.
Where to Stay
- Istana Nganjuk Hotel
- Nirwana Hotel
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