Witness the Weeping Rocks of Curug Batu Templek, Bandung
You might have a difficult time asking the locals for directions to
Curug Batu Templek if you are in Central Bandung. Even though
the curug isn’t too difficult to reach, its unsuspected location near
stone quarries makes the Curug Batu Templek sound foreign to the ear. A rare
geological phenomenon, the rocks of Curug Batu Templek is actually a small
notch on the Earth’s plate, formed by tectonic movements. This causes
underground water to pour magically from the cracks into the rocks. The best
time to pay a visit is during the rainy season (usually between September and
March) when the flow of the water is high and light brown in colour – a perfect
hue to compliment the darker shades of the rocks. Since the roads leading to
Curug Batu Templek are narrow semi-paved paths, one of the best ways to get
there is on two wheels. After passing by stone craftsmen of Pasar Impun, riders
will have to travel up a series of climbs up a couple of hills. The climb ends
with a rewarding view of East Bandung from above. Don’t be surprised to find
that you’re the only visitor there! Meanwhile, the sound of trickling water
from a distance is a telling sign you are heading in the right direction.
Curug Batu Templek, Pasir Impun, Cimenyan, Bandung West Java 40191
Getting There: From Central Bandung, head Eastwards on Jl. AH
Nasution. Turn left right after ‘Lapas Sukamiskin’ onto Jl. Pasir Impun.
Continue straight until reaching Jl. Cisanggarung, your destination will be on
the left side of the road.
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