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RAJA AMPAT

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Raja Ampat is in West Papua province. This tourist spot is one of many “must-visit” tourist attractions in Indonesia. Travellers who likes to spent most of their times exploring the picturesque part of the earth will love Raja Ampat.
The origin of the name Raja Ampat is believed to be from a local legend. Raja Ampat means “The Four Kings”. The legend says that once upon a time there was a woman who found seven eggs. Four of the eggs hatched. Later, those children who were
from the eggs became the kings of the four main islands.
The four main islands in Raja Ampat are Batanta, Misool, Salawati, and Waigeo. There are more than 1.500 small islands, cays, and shoals surrounding the four main islands. Because of this fact, Raja Ampat is as an archipelago.
Raja Ampat is well-known for the underwater. The underwater biodiversity of Raja Ampat is massive with around 540 types of corals, 700 types of molluscs, and more than 1.000 types of coral fish. Moreover, The Nature Conservancy and Conservation International that around 75% of world’s species live in Raja Ampat. This report solidifies that Raja Ampat is the archipelago with the most diverse coral reef and underwater biota.
The beauty of Raja Ampat is not only about its underwater treasures but also its landscapes. One would say the surface view is beyond words. Those rock islets, clear blue water, and bright blue sky provide breathtaking vibes all around. The visitors who want to embrace Mother Nature will not go home . The place is also famous for thick jungle that is the home of many bird species. Cendrawasih, one of the species live in Raja Ampat, is nicknamed “Bird of Paradise” because of their beauty feels like not from this world. This unique bird becomes the symbol of Papua.