Carica, The Golden Fruit from Dieng

Island of Java have known as fertile lands, so you can have different crops and fruits from different area all around. So many tasteful fruits that you can eat. If you visit Dieng located in Wonosobo district, do not miss to taste this fruit. Carica is served as sweets prepared from local fruit called like itself, that have fresh and sweet taste. These fruits are known as the signature of Dieng area. Some people would not hesitate to eat it because you think it will feel sour, but once you try it, you will feel different sensations.

Carica fruit has golden yellow color. With a golden yellow color and distinctive smell, the fruit is so tempting, Carica fruit is often called a 'fruit of the gods'. Actually, this fruit including papaya family, just Carica have slight differences in shape and taste. Because it looks that resemble gold, maybe the ancients did think that the fruit is only addressed by the 'gods'. With such a shape resembling a papaya but has a different taste and smell such as mango.


If Travelers passes Dieng, do not forget to buy Carica. The fruit is usually processed and sold in a jam jar. Carica can be eaten,or be mixed with another cocktails or just add some ice cube. It's already sweet because it usually sold in a jar soaked in sweetened water, its very fragrant smell appetizing to taste. In addition, you do not have to pay too much for a jar of Carica. Some are sold for between $ 1 to $ 1.5. As a suggestion, travelers should try tasting or ask the tester beforehand. so, Travelers can determine which Carica brands according to your tastes.