Talaud Islands regency in North Sulawesi held a festival on Monday as part of its 15th anniversary celebration.
The Sara Island Festival reportedly attracted some 5,000 visitors,
who participated in the event’s various activities, such as tug of war
and ship decorating competitions.
“The festival aimed to boost tourism in the region as Talaud has many
potential tourist attractions that are unique and enchanting,” said
Talaud Islands Regent Sri Wahyumi Maria Manalip.
To travel to the uninhabited Sara Island, a destination popular for
its underwater paradise, white sand beaches and three-colored seawater,
visitors need to take a 30-minute ride on a small boat that can be
rented for between Rp 300,000 ($22.36) and Rp 400,000.
“Several cottages and clean water facilities have been built on the
island, but we’re keeping it uninhabited because the atmosphere feels
different if nobody permanently lives on it,” Sri added.
Source - TheJakartaPost
