Enjoying Ngabuburit While Looking at Sunset on Untung Jawa Island
Reported by Anita Karyati | Translated by Nugroho Adibrata
As we know, waiting for iftar or popularly known as ngabuburit can be done in many ways.
I hope these spots can become an option for locals and tourists
On Untung Jawa Island, locals and tourists alike can enjoy ngabuburit by enjoying the beauty of the sunset from the main pier bridge.
Moreover, the island which is not too far from the north of Jakarta also has other iconic spots to be used as ngabuburit spots. Among them are bridal bridges, mangrove forests with hundreds of sea urchins, Arsa Beach, Sakura Beach, and the Amiterdam Child-Friendly Integrated Public Space (RPTRA).
Breaking of the Fast While Enjoying the Prophet's Relics at LPPI KemangUntung Jawa Island Urban Village Head, Supriyadi said every spot on this island has a different atmosphere. Sakura Beach for instance, with its characteristic cherry trees and white sand, is complemented by the uniqueness of the Japanese village.
Then the main pier bridge which presents the beauty of the sunset and fishing spots accompanied by the sound of the waves. Meanwhile, at the Amiterdam RPTRA, locals can play various traditional games while waiting for the time to break their fast.
"Traditional games can be played by children and adults," he expressed, Monday (4/10).
He explained locals usually start visiting various favorite places for ngabuburit from 4.30 PM to 5.30 PM. Besides being able to enjoy the scenery and facilities, they are also served a variety of takjil menus at Arsa and Sakura beaches. Those menus are fried foods, breadfruit chips, kolak compote, fruit ice drinks, and coconut ice drinks.
"I hope these spots can become an option for locals and tourists. So, for those of you who are still confused about where to hang out, just visit Untung Jawa Island," he exclaimed.
Anim (9), a student of SDN 01, Untung Jawa Island admitted he most enjoys visiting the Amiterdam RPTRA area with friends his age because there are many interesting play facilities ranging from mountain plots, swings, and snakes and ladders.
"Playing during the fasting month has a different atmosphere. Because waiting time to break the fast is faster," he admitted.
Ahya Ulu Mudin (32), a resident of RW 03, Untung Jawa feels comfortable visiting ngabuburit spots by moving around every day. The reason is that each of these spots provides different beauty and pleasure.
"Just according to my child's wishes. Sometimes I want to play on the beach, play on the swings at Amiterdam RPTRA or take a leisurely walk on the beach. The many tourist spots here make us never get bored," he stated.