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Beautiful
underwater gardens featuring fascinating coral reefs decorated with
various shapes, sizes, and colors of many sea creatures, that is the
view that awaits snorkelers and divers under the crystal clear waters of
Abang Island, south of Batam in the province of the Riau Archipelago.
Abang Island is
surrounded by many other small islands, most of which are conservation
areas for coral reefs, while the main island of Abang only measures
around 10 square kilometers. With relatively shallow waters –around 15
to 18 meters deep- this fascinating underwater wonder is a perfect spot
for both diving and snorkeling. Its beauty is often compared to that of
the waters around Komodo Island National Park, Bunaken, and Raja Ampat,
since COREMAP (Coral Reef Rehabilitation and Management Programs)
itself has also designated the area as site for a special underwater
coral reef observation center.
