Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam, who is not familiar with the province in the northern tip of the island of Sumatra was once devastated by the Tsunami hit.
Although many areas are destroyed, the natural beauty of the province nicknamed Serambi Mecca can still be enjoyed. Beautiful natural panorama, one of which you can enjoy in Mount Geurutee. This mountain area is the best sunset viewing spot in Aceh.
Geurutee is a mountain located on the border between Aceh Jaya District and Aceh Besar, about 1 Hour 30 Minutes from Banda Aceh City, the capital of Aceh province.
This mountain became the national road to the south west of Aceh. Geurutee is also part of Ulu Masen forest which is now crowned as one of the oxygen supply forests to the world. This mountain has a very deep ravine and directly adjacent to the Indian Ocean coast. Characteristic of Geurutee is a monument shaped as a sign that visitors are in the highest mountain climbing position. From that place, anyone can see the natural beauty that spread wide.
The journey to Puncak Geurutee must pass Mount Paro and Kulu. Vehicles will cross the ramp, steep derivations, and sharp turns. On the side of the road, there are cliffs and high cliffs that often landslides during the rainy season so the rider must be careful. Kalu again durian season, then you can enjoy a lot of durian sold on the left and right of the road. Because the mountain area is indeed a lot of durian gardens owned by residents.
Being a national road trajectory to the western and southern regions of Aceh, the area of Mount Geurutee is often a transit place for those who travel far. But there is also a deliberate coming here to enjoy the ocean view from the edge of the cliff. They enjoy the beauty of this mountain panorama, while sipping aceh coffee. Along the mountain area is indeed a lot of coffee stands that provide typical coffee Aceh. In addition to selling coffee, these stalls are also selling food at a fairly cheap price.
Arriving atop Mount Geurutee, you will see a vast expanse of ocean, small islands without residents. From the peak of Mount Geurutee also appears Lamno Town, a small town that supposedly said many blue-eyed girls blond hair of Portuguese descent. According to the history of Lamno Town was once occupied by the Portuguese. Mount Geurutee Peak is also one of theg favorite places for hobbyh photo hunting, because at its peak looks beautiful sunset views swallowed by the ocean.