Teluk Penyu Beach

[5] Every Satu Suro (the first day of the Javanese calendar) the local residents perform a ritual known as Sedekah Laut (Alms to the Sea) in order to thank God for protecting them while fishing.

During this ritual, a procession leaves the office of the regent of Cilacap, heading to Teluk Penyu.

Afterwards, cultural activities such as wayang (shadow puppet) shows, kuda lumping dances, and musical performances are held.

[1] Teluk Penyu is a major source of income for the region; in 2008, it and Benteng Pendem provided most of the regency's Rp 400 million in tourist revenue.

[6] Agus Maryono of The Jakarta Post described the views of the sea from Teluk Penyu as "undeniably beautiful".