Megalithic Site in Gomo Plateau, South Nias Regency - Indonesia


Nias Islands has become a hot topic when it comes to a vacation. It is part of North Sumatra Province and offers various attractions to tourists, including beaches, islands, and culture. Recently, many people have been talking about the famous megalithic site in Nias as well, which is located in Gomo Plateau, South Nias Regency. As the name suggests, it is the place where tourists can witness the heritage of megalithic culture in Nias. That means visitors can learn the history as well as enjoy the natural scenery from the location.

The Nuance
The unique part is that the site is located on a plateau. No wonder, the nuance feels so great up there. Once tourists get to the site, they can see numerous shapes and size of megalithic stones, including several historical statues. Not to mention they can see Sakrofagus, Dolmen, and Menhir! These items were used by the villagers during a religious ceremony in order to respect for the ancient spirits. It is said such ceremony helped them to prevent any misfortunes and disasters in the future. Due to the variety of those valuable items, more people are interested to come to the site either to learn the history or to take pictures of those stones.

Exploring the Site 
Here is an important tip. Before heading to the site, it is better to get a local guide first as he would provide information regarding the history of the site and show you around efficiently. Once arriving at the site, the first thing to do is definitely to hear the story of Nias’ Megalithic culture. It is said the presence of such stones originated from the Neolithic Era, which is around 1000 BC.

The unique part is that the site is located in the highland (Gomo Plateau). According to the locals, people in the past lived in such location in order to avoid any attacks from the enemies. Not to mention they considered the plateau as a sacred or holy place. As for tourists, it is possible to get around the site and witness all the ancient figurines there. Furthermore, photography is quite recommended due to the breathtaking views of the environment. Thanks to the strategic location.

The only disappointment is that no facilities are available on the site. It is because the locals seem to overlook the value of such historical spot and leave it that way, untouched. The good news is that more tourists come to the site and help to promote it to others, which would trigger the government to take care of that place. Hopefully, a better route and more facilities are built in the near future.

Nearby Attractions

  • Moale Beach
  • Ladeha Beach
  • Bozihona Beach

How to Get There
From Gunungsitoli City, tourists only need to use Raya Pelud Binaka and head to South Nias Regency (Gomo Plateau). The distance is 72.7 km, so it takes about 2 hours to get to the location. As mentioned earlier, it is better to come with a tour guide for a more efficient trip.

Where to Stay

  • Kabunohi Sorake Hotel
  • Jamburae Lodge
  • Yohanes Inn

Latest News

‘Lake Above the Lake’, These Are Interesting Facts About Sidihoni on Samosir Island

Lake Toba is indeed a favorite tourist destination when visiting North Sumatra. The charm of beauty offered in this lake area is indeed never ending to be explored. One of them is the uniqueness of the ‘lake above the lake’. This nickname is familiar to local people and tourists when mentioning Lake Sidihoni, which is in the Lake Toba area. This lake is located on Samosir Island, which is an island in the middle of Lake Toba. That’s why, this lake nicknamed is the ‘lake above the lake’. Here are…


Sirombu Beach: The Most Beautiful Beach in West Nias

For those of you who come to Nias Island for your next vacation, it is better to find information about attractions that were previously available. As for reference, the beautiful beach is in West Nias Regency named Sirombu. Usually tour agents will recommend this place to locals and foreigners. The reason is none other than the sunset view. In addition, Sirombu Beach is also equipped with amazing facilities and surroundings. Not surprisingly, many people consider it the best vacation spot in West Nias Regency. It is true that Sirombu Beach…


The Grandiose Toba Lake in North Sumatra Province

What makes Indonesia is a worthy vacation destination? Many travelers are impressed by nature beauty of the country. Moreover, there is a famous tourist spot in North Sumatra Province, which is called Toba Lake. Being the biggest lake in Indonesia, Toba becomes the signature tourism in Sumatra Island. It is because the flawless nature and pristine water would satisfy all visitors. People come to the lake to enjoy a family recreation, sightseeing, photography, and exploration. The fact is many different tourist spots are scattered around the lake. Tourists can explore…


Bohorok Rehabilitation Center, A Shelter for Orangutan

Bohorok Rehabilitation Center Bohorok Rehabilitation Center is a shelter for Orangutan in Sumatra that settled in Bukit Lawang. Bukit Lawang is one of the top destinations in Sumatra; Bukit Lawang is a small village on the edge of Gunung Leuser National Park in North Sumatra. Situated around 90 km north-west of Medan along the clear Bohorok River and on the outskirts of the tropical rainforest. As we know, The Gunung Leuser National Park is also one of the homes to Orangutan that spread in entire Sumatra Island. Thomas Leaf monkeys, Black Gibbons, White…


Hotel Deals of the Day
Interesting Links
Indonesia Map HD
DiveWonderfulIndonesia.com
javatours.com
bali-hotel.com
Bromo
borneoecotour.com
Find Us on :
Find Us on :