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Jembatan Merah

Jembatan Merah is an old bridge also known as ?The Red BridgeÌ¥ not because of its colour, but the bloodshed the bridge witnessed in the war between the locals and the colonials. The bridge runs across the exquisite Kali Mas River, joining the two parts of the city of Surabaya, and is one of the most visited destinations here.

Jembatan in the Indonesian language means Bridge and thus, Jembatan Suramadu means the Surabaya-Madura Bridge. The Bridge has been categorised as a national bridge and spans to a total length of 5.4 km. It looks very scenic at night with the dark sky and the bright lamps. The Surabaya-Madura Bridge was constructed by a consortium of some top Indonesian companies. It was the first Indonesian bridge to cross the Madura Strait, Jembatan Suramadu was opened in 2009. Financial controversies and safety issues during the construction period halted progress and construction had begun in 2003. Read More

Located on the Taman Aspari Street, the Joko Dolog is a Buddhist statue known to be almost 900 years old. The statue has some inscriptions on its side which are in Sanskrit providing some evidence of the past events. The walls and the gate here are of historical value too. Additionally, some authentic local street food can be found around the corner to alleviate those hunger pangs that strike after you visit the statue. Believed to be built around the year 1289 to mark the funeral of King Kertanagara, the statue was transported to Surabaya around 300 years ago. Joko Dolog, as it is colloquially known and called by the locals, has Sanskrit passages inscribed into the base of the statue that chronicles the history of the Majapahit Kingdom. Read More

The Kalimas River or more commonly known as the Mas River is an essential and significant river for Indonesia, as a lot of their trades depended on it. Large ships transporting huge consignments of different commodities were a common sighting here in the olden times. You can also sight many historical buildings over here along the river banks. Kali Mas translates to ‘Golden River’ in traditional Javanese. The river is a distributary of the Brantas River and flows in the North-East direction towards the Madura Strait. The port city of Surabaya is believed to have been built along the Kalimas River. Back in the 13th century, the river mouth acted as an entry port into the kingdom of Majapahit. The river itself boasts of a long history as a major transport route. Read More

Encompassed by a number of Chinese buildings along the length of its coastline, the serene Kenjeran Beach is a renowned tourist destination in the eastern part of Surabaya. The beach is home to brown, muddy shores and deep, greenish waters, and is frequented by a large number of visitors from places near and far all year round. The wonderful Kenjeran Beach is home to a number of useful amenities, which include restaurants and food shacks, hotels, souvenir shops, as well as washrooms and a parking space, among other things. A thriving marine life is present in the depths of the water, of which, jellyfish, crabs, eels, snails, prawns, and long stretches of coral reefs are prevalent. At present, the famous Kenjeran Beach has received general criticism owing to the increasing levels of land as well as water pollution in the area. Read More

The Kenjeran Park is a perfect place to visit when in Surabaya, as it is close to many of the famous tourist destinations of the city. With the entry fee, you get access to many attractions like the Sanggar Agung Temple, the four-faced Buddha statue, and the pagoda. You can even spot the Surabaya Madura Bridge from here.

A very holy Chinese Buddhist temple, the Klenteng Hong Tiek Hian is a historical temple of Surabaya showcasing the rich history and culture of the city. The temple reminds of the strong Chinese influence in Indonesia in the pre-historic times. You will find people praying and lighting candles all over the place. It is one of the largest temples in Surabaya. Known as Surabaya's oldest temple, Klenteng Hong Tiek Hian temple is located in the heart of Surabaya's China Town and oozes old-world Chinese charm. The vibrant red tapestries that hang all over the temple married with the strong smell of incense wafting through its ancient courtyard create a very atmospheric and holy feel. The temple is also famous for its Wayang Potehi, or puppet show, that is typical of the Chinese community and distinct from the Wayang Kulit puppet show of the Balinese. Read More

The Klenteng Pak Kik Bio is among the only two Confucian temples in the whole of Surabaya. It was built in the year 1954 and was also named among the cultural heritage buildings of Surabaya by the government. There are around ten god altars present inside the temple and you will always find a lot of people praying here. Klenteng Pak Kik Bio is one of the most famous places for congregations in Surabaya. It is visited by many tourists throughout the year. Some come to offer their prayers and others wish to witness the ceremonies in the temple. The road leading up to Klenteng Pak Kik Bio is often very congested, despite being easily accessible. The temple itself is very clean and well maintained. Read More

The Kong Co Kong Tik Cun Ong Temple is an exquisite Buddhist temple in east Surabaya known for its fusion of Confucius and Taoist architectural styles. On a typical day, you will find pilgrims praying, lighting candles, and burning incense sticks in the temple. As you enter, you will notice beautiful concrete columns wrapped with velvet fabrics and teak altars. Visitors will be greeted with bright colours and strong scents and will have their senses assaulted. The eye-catching bright red paint of the temple, coupled with the wafting smoke of incense makes for an altogether mystical scene befitting one of Surabaya's most famous temples. A smattering of non-descript food stalls or 'warung'-style eateries found around the temple are famed for serving some of the city's favourite street-food and classic Javanese fare. Read More

An excellent mall to get started with, the Lenmarc Mall is small but less crowded. It was built in 2010 to provide a destination for family outings in Surabaya. It houses some good retail stores, a cinema hall and a childrenÌ¥s play area with a lot of small rides like a carousel, Paris swing and some more.