3.2 The Strategies of Simeulue Island as Ecotourism Resort
it can be said that the Simeulue can be said is potentially to be developed as a tourist destination. It can be seen from what is possessed by Simeulue
island and the people who inhabit it. 1. As an archipelago, Simeulue has many beaches and underwater
scenery with a variety of marine life is very beautiful. The height of Wave to be an interesting challenge for surfers to defeated. It is also delicious
lobster which is superior cultivation of Simeulue people provide a special attraction for the tourists to enjoy.
2. As an archipelago, Simeulue has as many as 15 islands are inhabited and 27 uninhabited islands. To 27 uninhabited islands are very
worthy to serve the resorts tourism. In the Simeulue island itself there are various kinds of tourism objects that can be developed. Mangkudo tomb
stones in the West Teupah, Tengku Di Ujung tomb in Midle Simeulue , T Silaborit tomb in Central Simeulue, Dutch Fort in the South and West
Teupah, Tabusalihon mosque in western Teupah. Sibigo bay which has beautiful sunken reef, Alus-Alus beach Looks island surrounded by white
sand and very charming for water sports. Busung beach. 3. In addition to the natural potential, the customs are upheld by
Simeuluese that also be potential for the development of tourism industry in Simeulue. Arts such as whistle Debus, martial arts Silat, Dance Angguk,
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Dance Andalas, Nandong is very interesting and has the potential to be used as cultural attractions. Buae put the kids menidurkan anak Nanga-Nanga
which is the local custom.
3.3 The Object of Simeulu Tourism 3.3.1 Ganting Beach
The Sloping white sandy beach is very beautiful and charming. suitable for swimming, snorkeling or just relaxing on the beach
weekend.Perfect located in Kuala Makmur village, about 11 Km from the city Sinabang that can be achieved for 30 minutes. And it is also a prime
tourist area, because the view is very beautiful and charming. In addition, this place is always be visited on a holiday arriving, especially by
surrounding communities and from outside the region.
3.3.2 Lobster
Seafood is a mainstay food in this area, many kinds of seafood easily be found, especially lobster, shrimp fan, crab, squid, and other fish. Place
this easy seafood sales in get in restaurants and restaurants in the city Sinabang. Marine area is already well-known even to seafood like lobster
shrimp exported to Malaysia and Singapore. For fans of culinary seafood, this area is the food paradise. Various types of lobsters found here such as
rock lobster and lobster pearls which are both featured crayfish.
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3.3.3 Babah Island in Simeulue
Babah island is one of the small island that has beaitiful cultural view. It is located in Teluk Dalam thati is not too far from the city.
Babah Island, we moved to Langgeni. Underwater landscape with charming Kalan.
In Langgeni Island, swept his right there is a small lighthouse that has been damaged by sea waves activities. Some of his foundation is tilted. The
island itself is very beautiful, growing mangrove forests surround the island. Some animals, such as birds make this island as their habitat.
3.3.4 Octopus
Mr.Edi Hasnal swim very agile. Fish tubs snaking in the water looking for fish which is shutted down. Edi Hasnal suddenly struck , with a
hand holding a marine animal shows his catch. The octopus who did not succeed in catching too big. In Sinabang Octopus price can be expensive.
But this small octopus family is not only used as food not for sale.
3.3.5 Tunggul Indah Beach
The beach is very exotic, especially in the afternoon. you can soak up the beautiful sunset. Location This beach is located in the village of
Busung, East Simeulue district. About 12 Km from Sinabang city. This beach has its own uniqueness that is the big rocks that exist after the
Tsunami tragedy in 2004. Simeulue District Government supports this
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tourist spot in 2006. They make bathing and religious facilities in 2007 has made its path.
3.3.6 Humming Bird Magpie
KUCICA forest Copsychus malabaricus also known as Stone magpie warbler that its state is threatened by poaching in Simeulue. This
bird into the family Muscicapidae worms or birds. Scattered throughout the island of Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia, and most of the island of Java.
Some experts consider races of North Borneo Kucica-white eyebrows Copsychus stricklandii malabaricus as a separate species. This bird has a
body almost entirely black, except for the bottom of the bright red to dull orange. There is a slight blue tinge on the head. Long tail in a state of
shocked enforced or twitter. Body measuring 14-17 cm. Heres a photo humming bird remaining in Babang Island, Simeulue, Aceh.
3.3.7 Busung Beach
Edema beach is one of the attractions in Simeulue is much visited by local and foreign tourists. This beach has white sand beaches with waves
suitable for surfing and swimming activities. With a background that has Teupah Island location is also attractive for diving activities, snorkeling and
sport fishing. At this location especially during holidays is often used for family and sporting events such as - Volly funbike beach and marathon as
well as art and cultural attractions. The beach is located in the village
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Busung, East Simeulue district, roughly located on the southern island of Simeulue within 11 Km from downtown Sinabang. also, can be achieved
with a four wheeler and two wheeler for 20 minutes. This location is relatively close to the airport Lasikin.
3.3.8 Lake Laut Tawar
Simeulue island has two lakes one of which is Lake Laut Tawar who was in the Gulf in the Middle District of Simeulue. This is very strategic
location to have enjoying fun-fishing. It has a silent water condition, there is no wave in the water. In addition , this place is suitable to have canoe as
well as we are fishing, so it look more comfortable and outstanding to do. We can go there by motorcycle or car, that can be reached half an hour
distance.
3.4 Problem in Tourism Development
The scope of activities of tourism in Indonesia by Indonesian Presidential Instruction No. 9 of 1969 is all the activities related to the
promotion, traveling with all the necessary facilities, accommodation, recreation, services and facilities in other required by tourists. Thus to
develop tourism there are 4 basic needs namely: 1 accommodation, 2 transport, 3 Services and 4 Places.
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IV. CONCLUSION AND SUGGESTION 4.1
Conclusion
Various tourism potential possessed Simeulue became the main attraction for the tourists. But it was not enough to invite tourists more.
Various plans of the government to promote tourism Simeulue.Without a great deal of attention from the central government and the provincial
government is certainly necessary funding to build an area to be blocked even none at all.
With regional autonomy system currently applied in Indonesia into opportunities in lagging regions including Simeulue to explore its potential
in generating local revenue to be used to build their respective areas. Regional autonomy could raise theoretically the dignity of the area,
but in reality not all areas to be developed due to local autonomy. Various causes make unimproved areas include working mentality of both executive
and legislative officials are often not in favor of the people. When seeing the development of political situation, economic, social
and cultural Simeulue nowadays, Simeulue government efforts to develop tourism into a retrorika. Therefore, there needs to be awareness of the
various parties, both government and society.
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