LAKE TASIKARDI BANTEN

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A. At a Glance

Tasikardi word is a combination of two syllables of the Sundanese language, ie the meaning ardi tasik and artificial lakes. Historically, the lake was created in the reign of Panembahan Maulana Yusuf (1570-1580 AD), the second sultan of the Sultanate of Banten. That said, the lake which covers 5 acres and the bottom was covered with brick tiles, the former, is the resting place of the sultans of Banten with his family.

At that time, the lake is also known as Kardi Situ has a double function. In addition to the water reservoir of the river Cibanten used to irrigate the rice fields, the lake is also used to meet the water supply to the royal family and the surrounding community. The water flowed into the lake palace Tasikardi Surosowon through pipes made ​​of clay 2-40 inches in diameter. Prior to use, the lake water is first filtered and deposited in a special screening, known as pengindelan brother (red filter), pengindelan white (white filter), and pengindelan gold (gold filtering).

Today, Tasikardi Lake, along the Great Mosque of Banten, Sultan Surosowon, Kaibon Palace, the Old Market Attack, Fort Speelwijk, and Vihara Avalokitesvara, in the world of Banten Lama. The existence of these sites are located in Serang, in addition to a silent witness of the glories of the civilization of the Sultanate of Banten in the past, is also the history of a fascinating tourist destination. The manager of the travel agency had been packed these sites in a single package, namely Area Tourism Banten Lama.

B. Feature

Visited Lake Tasikardi supposedly never dry and never overflow is somewhat special. Because by visiting the lake, meaning travelers visiting historical sites and attractions as well as charming. As the historical sites, the existence of this lake are evidence of civilization glories Sultanate of Banten in the past. To measure time, create reservoirs or artificial lakes to irrigate agricultural land and water supplies to meet the needs of the population is a brilliant breakthrough.

Meanwhile, as a tourist attraction, the lake is one of the recreation area is quite crowded visitors, especially on weekends and other holidays. Water lake calm and move with the wind, as well as the surrounding tree-lined shade, aptly chosen as a place of recreation fun with the family, or just to find inspiration. Nuance agrarian reflected the vast expanse of paddy fields surrounding the lake, especially when entering the planting or harvesting season, the more complete the appeal of this area. Travelers can enjoy the beauty of Lake Tasikardi of shade trees, shelters, or while sitting on the floor on a mat for rent.

In addition, the lake is home to many fish, so travelers who can channel his hobby like fishing here. As for tourists who want to "merge" with the lake, camping in the camping ground can be extensive and safely contained in the region.