Villages above the clouds: 4 small places to visit around Komodo

Komodo National Park is famous for its unique Komodo dragons, but did you know that there are many unknown beautiful scenery around it? Flores Island, where Labuan Bajo, the gateway to Komodo, is located, hides many natural and cultural treasures. - Wae Rebo The remote village of Wae Rebo is located approximately 1,100 meters above sea level. The Mbaru Niang traditional houses are hidden away behind dense forests and picturesque mountains. These conical thatched houses are built with palm fiber and thatch and are divided into five layers, each of which is used for living, food storage, ancestor worship, etc., and contain profound cultural connotations. - Rangko Cave Rangko Cave is a small but beautiful cave in Rangko Village near Labuan Bajo, with clear turquoise waters and mineral content that allows one to float easily. At certain times of the day, sunlight hits the water inside the cave, illuminating the stalagmites and stalactites surrounding the pools. - Cunca Rami waterfall This is an untouched natural treasure. The name of the waterfall means "waterfall in the forest" in the local language, which perfectly explains its geographical location and unique charm. Cunca Rami waterfall is 30 meters high, with fast-flowing and majestic water. The natural pool formed at the bottom of the waterfall is crystal clear, and if you are lucky you may even see a rainbow. - Kelimutu Crater Located in Kelimutu National Park, it is famous for its three-colored lakes within the crater. The colors of these three lakes change over time, sometimes they are deep dark green, sometimes they are bright emerald blue, and sometimes they are mysterious reddish brown.