Wow last day already and I've learned so much! Like… Prior to the latest calamity (the December 26, 2005 tsunami), the number of dead and missing from the tsunami was close to 219,000, with another 500,000 homeless. Unlike other affected countries, the UN says Indonesia is the only affected country where the aid response is still in the initial emergency and recovery phase. Some areas within the province and outlying islands are yet to be accessed due to the sheer build up of debris across access roads and aircraft landing areas. Damage includes: 1.3 million homes and buildings; 8 ports and 4 fuel depots; 85% of the water and 92% of the sanitation system; and 120 km of roads and 18 bridges. Aceh is closed to tourism and permits are needed for anyone entering the area.
After discussing the tsunami over a lunch at McDonalds , we headed back to our five star hostel, (The Puri Dajuma cottages ) packed our things, and headed to catch our plane.
I can't wait to come back to Indonesia!