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Things to see in Lhokseumawe (Indonesia): 15 places and when to go
Lhokseumawe is a city in Indonesia with around 140,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 15 places in and around it, mainly Nature (12), Mountains (12), Museums and art (2). The best known are Bukit Elia, Bukit Mancang and Bukit Rata. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. There are about 12 h 18 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 · 5.1914, 97.1415
- Population
- About 140,000
- Places
- 15 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (12) · Mountains (12) · Museums and art (2) · Beaches (1)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- CGK Jakarta, 1,646 km as the crow flies
What to see in Lhokseumawe
The places in and around Lhokseumawe, 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.
- Bukit EliaHill in Indonesia14 km
- Bukit MancangMountain in Aceh, Indonesia15 km
- Bukit RataHill in Indonesia5.9 km
- Cot BulohHill in Indonesia18 km
- Cot DuaHill in Indonesia14 km
- Cot GarotMountain in Indonesia27 km
- Cot LubukacehHill in Indonesia6.1 km
- Cot PanaihHill in Indonesia4.7 km
- Cot PintorimbaHill in Indonesia22 km
- Cot Teungku DigandaiHill in Indonesia29 km
- Cot TeungkuniHill in Indonesia19 km
- Gunung LeugonHill in Indonesia28 km
- Ujong Blang BeachTourism in Aceh, Indonesia2.0 km
- Lhokseumawe MuseumMuseum in Lhokseumawe, Indonesia1.2 km
- Samudera Pasai MuseumMuseum in North Aceh, Aceh, Indonesia9.3 km
When to go to Lhokseumawe
The best time to visit Lhokseumawe 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.
- JanPossible11:44
- FebPossible11:50
- MarPossible11:58
- AprBest time12:07
- MayBest time12:14
- JunBest time12:18
- JulBest time12:16
- AugBest time12:10
- SepBest time12:02
- OctPossible11:53
- NovPossible11:46
- DecPossible11:42
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
There are about 12 h 18 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In April, 15 of the 15 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 Lhokseumawe
The nearest main airport is Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK, Jakarta), 1,646 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
- Langsa21 places108 km
- Bandar Baru10 places119 km
- Banda Aceh52 places206 km
- Sabang14 places217 km
- Medan30 places245 km
- Tarutung8 places407 km
And all of Indonesia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Lhokseumawe?
The best known: Bukit Elia, Bukit Mancang, Bukit Rata, Cot Buloh, Cot Dua. In all, 15 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Lhokseumawe?
April to September; also possible: October to March. There are about 12 h 18 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.
How do you get to Lhokseumawe?
The nearest main airport is Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), 1,646 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Lhokseumawe as the destination and these 15 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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