Watu Ulo Beach - Jember

Watu Ulo Beach

Watu Ulo beach is one of Jember tourism objects, and located about 45 KM from Jember city, East Java and lies on the Indonesian ocean.

It is called "Watu Ulo"or snake stone by the natives because they believe that in the past there was a snake that was becoming a spirit among the society. After becoming a spirit, it became a stone resembling a snake, sticking into the sea with its body lying on the land.

During the Japanese occupation, the Japanese soldiers made fortresses which were used for fortifying against the attacking enemies and now some of the fortresses also become the tourist sites. Beside the Japanese fortress, there is also a bat cave inhabited by thousands of bats. The visitors can cross the sandy shore to get to the cave. The lonely cave is often used for meditation by visitors.

Currently, there are two ceremonies that being held at Watu Ulo beach area; which is Pekan Raya Watu Ulo that held every 1 Syawal and Larung Sesaji Watu Ulo beach, held on 7 Syawal and became one of the traditions and entertainment for people of Jember and surrounding areas. Those ceremonies are such a thanksgiving ceremonial to the god by giving offerings and kinds related.



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