Sri Gethuk Waterfall
So far, Gunungkidul Regency is known as a barren and difficult area of water. This is because the area is composed of limestone or karst so it is difficult to store water. But who would have thought, behind his dry and barren land, Gunungkidul kept a variety of tourism potential that made many people amazed. Sri Gethuk Waterfall is the most favorite waterfall tourist area in Gunungkidul district even to the Special Region of Yogyakarta. The attraction of this waterfall is quite unique where it is located between the gap of the hill in the middle of the Oyo River. Visitors who will go to the waterfall have to go down the river first. A little information that Sri Gethuk Waterfall flows throughout the year without being affected by the season. Sri Gethuk Waterfall has another name Slempret Waterfall. This name comes from the location of the waterfall in the Slempret Block. To reach this waterfall you can choose 2 ways. First by going through the path or down the stairs connected by going along the Oyo River by boat. Whichever way, the view to the location remains as beautiful. Limestone cliffs and lush trees will make you reluctant to turn away. The area around Sri Gethuk Waterfall is known to be very fertile. The reason is, there are three sources of springs with quite large debits. The three sources of water in question are Ngandong, Dong Pong, and Ngumbul. Each is recorded as contributing water debit with an average of 30 to 60 liters per second. The large water discharge made the location of the spring look like a canyon. When compared with the Tlogo Muncar Waterfall, which has less water flow, the Sri Gethuk Waterfall actually has a lot of flow and stability. The effect of the Waterfall that descends from a height of 50 meters is more pronounced than the Randusari Waterfall, which is only about 14 meters high. This waterfall does have an exotic charm, but that’s not all. Like other natural tourist sites, there is a mystical story surrounding this waterfall. In fact, local residents believe that the story is not a figment. Behind the charm of its extraordinary natural beauty, it is said that Sri Gethuk Waterfall has kept myths, mysteries, legends, history and unusual origins. In fact, this tourist attraction is said to be said to be haunted and mystical. this area often heard the sound of gamelan music when the rain arrived. Are these stories and stories mere myths or facts? However, for tourists don’t need to worry. Because, the dimension of the unseen world with the real world has its limits. As long as visitors maintain ethics and manners, while enjoying the beauty of God’s creation in the form of a waterfall that is so charming. With good intentions, pleasure, travel, traveling or backpaker, the myth of Sri Gethuk Waterfall which is said to be haunted and mystical will disappear. Besides being beautiful, this waterfall was once used by Mataram Kingdom officials to bathe, clean or purify. Wow, really a natural tourist destination in Gunung Kidul Regency, Yogyakarta, which needs to be tried to visit! In addition to beauty and exoticism, the scenery is very beautiful, Sri Gethuk waterfall turns out to have a remarkable history. The dignitaries of the ancient Mataram kingdom visited here!
TOURISM TIPS
- The route to Sri Gethuk waterfall from Yogyakarta via Piyungan. If you are from Yogyakarta, you can travel through Prambanan or via Gedongkuning. From the direction of the city of Yogyakarta – Janti junction to the south via the fly over – the Gedongkuning T-junction to the east towards Piyungan – Piyungan T-junction going up to the Pathuk Gunungkidul hill, crossing the Wonosari-Yogyakarta road – to Ivory Field we turn right towards the Playen sub-district – follow the road until you find the Playen I-health center turn right to the Paliyan sub-district – follow the road – about 2 km journey you will find a junction (note the signpost towards Sri Getuk Gunungkidul waterfall) from the junction we take the right and just follow the direction until you find the TPR entrance to Sri Gethuk Playen Waterfall, Gunungkidul.
- The route to Sri Gethuk waterfall from Yogyakarta via Imogiri. Jogja – West Imogiri Street – Panggang Street – Panggang District – Paliyan District – Head for Pasar Playen direction – Before Playen Market turns left (T-junction in Banyusoca Village) – Direction of Goa Rancang Kencono – Sri Gethuk Waterfall.
- Must use a private vehicle or rent a car.
AMENITIES
- Toilet
- Mosque
- Places to eat
- Parking area
- Fishing area
- Body rafting
- Flying fox.
- Tire rental for swimming
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