About Ujong Blang Beach
Ujong Blang Beach is a coastal attraction in Ujong Blang village, Banda Sakti District, Lhokseumawe City, Aceh Province, on the northern coast of Sumatra facing the Strait of Malacca. The beach features a long stretch of dark sandy shoreline with fishing boats, calm waves and views of the open sea. It is known as a local recreation area for residents, offering sunset views, seafood stalls and proximity to the city center.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a long, open sandy beach facing the Strait of Malacca with fishing boats anchored along the shore and along the nearby estuary. The area is flat and developed for local recreation with food stalls, seating areas and views of the sea and sunset. Visitors can walk along the shoreline, observe traditional fishing activity, enjoy local seafood and take photographs. The beach is within the city area and is easily accessible by road.
Key highlights
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Long dark sandy shoreline facing the Strait of Malacca
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Traditional fishing boats and active fishing activity
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Sunset views over the northern coast of Sumatra
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Local seafood stalls and culinary area near the beach
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Proximity to Lhokseumawe city center, about 3 km away
Culture & Context
The beach is part of the coastal fishing community of Ujong Blang village and reflects the maritime livelihood and coastal culture of Lhokseumawe residents in Aceh
Route
| By air | Fly to Malikussaleh Airport (LSW) in North Aceh about 20 km away, then continue by road to Lhokseumawe and Ujong Blang |
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| By road | Located about 3 km north of Lhokseumawe city center via Jalan Ujong Blang, reachable by car or motorbike in about 10-15 minutes |