Glagah beach is a prima donna in Kulonprogo. In this beach visitors can play a canoe in laguna, riding Motocross at the iron sand, fishing above the tetrapod that doubles as a breaker waves, to reap the fruits in the orchard.
During this Kulon Progo Regency is often forgotten among the tourists. Whereas in the County there is a beautiful beach with various facilities, Glagah Beach its name. Tourist destinations is only about 40 km west of Yogyakarta, bordering Purworejo, Central Java.
In contrast to the beaches in Gunungkidul bounded coral reefs, ledges Glagah Beach looks very long without the barrier. As far as the eye can see that looks are blackish iron sand. Waves on Glagah beach is quite large. Therefore in this coastal area was built a long pier with tetrapod in sides. The tetrapod serves as the breaker waves. To enter the tourist area of Glagah Beach, tourists simply to spend Rp 4,000.
Beautiful Glagah Beach Lagoon
Glagah beach is known to have an extensive and beautiful lagoons. In the lagoon's diverse tourism tirta could be tried by tourists, from paddle boat (boat duck-bebekan), canoe, until a small sampan will bring tourists revolves around the lagoon. Because of its quiet and away from the edge of the surf, then this place is crowded by visitors. Tourists can fishing in the lagoon. When the afternoon ahead, beautiful sunset can be seen from the lagoon.
In addition to try tourism tirta in laguna, travelers who love adventure also can ride Motocross or ATV down the iron sand dune along the beach. Want to tour other sensations? Come to the Dragon fruit plantation, melon and watermelon, which are all around the coast. In the plantation of tourists could participate farmers harvesting various fruits and bring it home as a gift shop.
For those who want to stay in the region to Glagah Beach, there have been several guesthouses with standard facilities. Diverse restaurants serving seafood can also be found. While for those who like to camping can choose the exact set up tents on the sandy shore maupaun in the area of the camping ground across the region.