Dendam Tak Sudah Lake

Dendam Tak Sudah Lake is a natural freshwater lake and nature reserve located in Singaran Pati, Bengkulu City, Bengkulu Province, Sumatra, Indonesia. Covering about 430 hectares, it is protected as the Danau Dendam Tak Sudah Nature Reserve. The lake is notable for its calm waters, lotus-covered surface, surrounding lowland forest and diverse birdlife. It is a popular local recreation area for sightseeing, photography and nature observation near central Bengkulu.

Visitors can expect a calm natural freshwater lake surrounded by lowland forest and marsh vegetation within a protected nature reserve. The lake surface is often covered with lotus and water lilies. There are simple viewing areas, embankments and paths along the edge for sightseeing and photography. The environment is quiet and natural, with opportunities for birdwatching and observing local flora. Facilities are basic and the area is primarily for low-impact nature appreciation rather than developed water sports.

The lake and its surrounding wetlands were designated as the Danau Dendam Tak Sudah Nature Reserve (Cagar Alam Danau Dendam Tak Sudah) in 1936 during the Dutch colonial period. The reserve covers approximately 430 hectares and was established to protect the natural lake ecosystem, lowland forest and wetland habitat. It remains one of the main protected natural areas in Bengkulu City.

The name Dendam Tak Sudah translates as 'endless revenge' and is linked to local folklore about the lake's origin. The lake is a well-known local recreation and nature site for residents of Bengkulu and holds community value as a natural landmark and protected area near the city.