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Things to see in Kabupaten Alor (Indonesia): 11 places and when to go
Kabupaten Alor is a town in Indonesia, and this site lists 11 places in and around it, mainly Nature (8), Mountains (8), Temples (2). The best known are Buki Lali, Dola Ai'olbang and Dola Arapalaka. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. There are about 12 h 29 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Indonesia · -8.2163, 124.526
- Places
- 11 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (8) · Mountains (8) · Temples (2) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- LOP Mataram (Pujut, Lombok Tengah), 910 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Buki Lali, at 1,113 m.
What to see in Kabupaten Alor
The places in and around Kabupaten Alor, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Buki LaliMountain in Indonesia11 km
- Dola Ai'olbangMountain in Indonesia12 km
- Dola ArapalakaMountain in Indonesia14 km
- Dola ArdonMountain in Indonesia7.4 km
- Dola BolaMountain in Indonesia5.2 km
- Dola IntaMountain in Indonesia14 km
- Dola LalingMountain in Indonesia13 km
- Dola MenggaliMountain in Indonesia12 km
- Museum 1000 MokoThe 1,000 Moko Museum holds a variety of prehistoric and historical relics3 m
- Gereja Santa Maria dari Fatima, KalongbukuTemples5.6 km
- Gereja Yesus Gembala yang Baik, KalabahiTemples319 m
When to go to Kabupaten Alor
The best time to visit Kabupaten Alor is April to September; also possible: October to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible12:26
- FebPossible12:16
- MarPossible12:03
- AprBest time11:49
- MayBest time11:37
- JunBest time11:31
- JulBest time11:34
- AugBest time11:44
- SepBest time11:57
- OctPossible12:11
- NovPossible12:23
- DecPossible12:29
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
There are about 12 h 29 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In April, 11 of the 11 places are at their best.
When to go to Indonesia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Kabupaten Alor
The nearest main airport is Lombok International Airport (LOP, Mataram (Pujut, Lombok Tengah)), 910 km as the crow flies. How to get around Indonesia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Helangdohi7 places26 km
- Bukapiting10 places27 km
- Atambua18 places106 km
- Tahon13 places117 km
- Dili10 places121 km
- Bakalerek12 places126 km
And all of Indonesia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Kabupaten Alor?
The best known: Buki Lali, Dola Ai'olbang, Dola Arapalaka, Dola Ardon, Dola Bola. In all, 11 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Kabupaten Alor?
April to September; also possible: October to March. There are about 12 h 29 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.
How do you get to Kabupaten Alor?
The nearest main airport is Lombok International Airport (LOP), 910 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Kabupaten Alor as the destination and these 11 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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