Not only save the virtuous historical value, but the eleven objects below also have very high architectural value. Many eyes are already recognize the beauty and splendor. When you are on vacation to an area, certainly did not want to miss chance to see the buildings, bridges, mosques or any other historical relics, which is a trade mark area. This time we bring you special "day trips" to various historical relics are scattered in several areas in Indonesia.
- Maimun Palace
Maimun palace has been crowned as the most beautiful building in Medan, North Sumatra. Located in the area Jl. Brig Katamso, this magnificent palace was completed around 1888 and is a legacy from the Sultan of Deli, Ma'mun Al Rashid Perkasa Alamsyah. yellow color on the color of this building is typical Malay.
Unique architecture is the main attraction of the Palace Maimun. European influence is evident in the hall or living room, windows, doors and stairs in front of an inscription that reads Latin letters, in Dutch. Meanwhile, a hallmark of Islam appeared on the roof of the curved Persian style, the style often found in buildings in the Middle East region.
The interior of the Palace Maimun also interesting to laced. Behind the walls are solid, there are dozens of rooms spread over two floors. Splendor was shown on the throne, European crystal lamps, chairs, tables and cabinets. Family photographs, old weapons, including prison space, also in this palace. Although it is still storing objects of historical value, the Palace Maimun still allow tourists to visit and enjoy the splendor as well as explore the past glory of the Deli Sultanate.
- Great Mosque of Medan
Great Mosque of Medan which arrogantly stood not far from the Maimun Palace is a building which is also the glory trail of Deli. Built in 1906, during the reign of Sultan Ma'mun Al Rashid, the mosque is still functioning as before, namely to serve Muslims in the Medan who want to worship.
A flattened dome and decorated with a crescent on the top, signifying the Moorish style that was followed. Like other mosques, a high-rise tower looks to add grandeur and religious mosque. Application of oil painting flowers and plants are winding on the walls, ceilings and pillars of solid on the inside of this mosque, show the high artistic value of this mosque.
- Istiqlal Mosque
Jakarta is modern city and filled with the building glass, it still has a historical building with beautiful designs, namely the Istiqlal Mosque. Worship house of muslim this magnificent has long time been one of Jakarta landmarks. Sturdy stands on area of 9.5 hectares and a capacity of up to 8,000 people, the work of architect Indonesia mosque, F. Silaban, had been the largest in Southeast Asia, had been the largest in Southeast Asia, and the pride of Muslims and the Indonesian capital. Built in the early days of independence, the mosque is indeed symbolizes independence, according to the meaning of the name it bears.
Istiqlal Mosque has a huge white dome that looks like a ball cut in half. Like other mosques in the world, Istiqlal Mosque is also equipped with a tower whose height describes the number of verses on the Holy Qur'an. A giant drum part adds to the uniqueness of this mosque. The size is very large, crowned drum as the drum is the largest in Indonesia.
- The Jakarta Cathedral
Cathedral Church which is not far from the Istiqlal Mosque is a building with a unique design that always be a traveler's attention. Age of this neo gothic style building is already more than a century. Not surprisingly, this building was established as one of the protected heritage building conservation.
Even so, the Cathedral Church which officially used in 1901, still stood firm and elegant in the midst of "noisy" Jakarta. The uniqueness of the church designed by a pastor named, Antonius Dijkmans, looks at the two towers flanking the entrance. Above the tower there are two other smaller towers are composed of a series of iron. Likewise, the third tower. At the height of each tower there is an ancient bell that was made about 1800 until the early 1900s.
- Sate Building
Bandung city is cool, you can also find a building with other architectures than others. Built in the Dutch colonial age, Gedung Sate, this building so much as mentioned, is one of the attractions that exist in the Flower City. Gedung Sate name appears as an ornament that looks like a skewer on top of the main tower. Now, in front of this building there is a monument to commemorate the death of the fighters of West Java as maintaining Gedung Sate from Gurka troops attack. Every Sunday or public holiday, the building was always full of tourists.
After enjoying the splendor of this building from the outside, you can go to the tower to witness the historic objects. Or it could also simply relax in a cafe in the building while enjoying the atmosphere and fresh air in Bandung.
- Lawang Sewu in Semarang
The building that stands majestic and solid is called Lawang Sewu because it has a lot of doors (Lawang in Javanese means door, sewu means a thousand). In the Dutch colonial era, this building was the center of the colonial railway office. During the ensuing battle of Five days in Semarang in October 1945, front page Lawang Sewu be the battleground between the Indonesian fighters against the colonial Dutch. Lawang Sewu be a place of torture and massacre of Indonesia freedom fighters by the Dutch. After that incident the inscription erected around the building. Currently the building is entered in 102 ancient or historic buildings in the city of Semarang is used as a tourist attraction with a facility such as historical heritage of ancient buildings and antique architects, there is a basement and tower information, often used as an exhibition place in certain events.
- Blendug Church
As the nation's longest "occupy" the country, the Dutch also left his mark on the city of Semarang. Just look at the old city area in Central Java province's capital. You will find many old buildings of colonial style. Among the buildings that lined the roadside, Blendug Church is one of the interesting old buildings. Built around 1753 by the Dutch community that used to inhabit this region, Blendug Church is the oldest church in Central Java which is still maintained until now. Blendug itself comes from the Javanese language, which means the dome, referring to the existing roof on this church.
The Roof is curv and red colour, contrast with the walls white painted. Four sturdy pillar and a distinctive twin towers at the front of the church also became the hallmark of which is now officially named GPIB Immanuel. Blendug church has become an icon of Semarang and always be a locations of history tourist stopover and photography lovers.
- Great Mosque of Palembang
Great Mosque of Palembang was built when Palembang is led by Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin I Jayo Wikramo, precisely in 1738. In his day, the mosque is believed to be one of the largest house of worship ever.
Although produced by an European architect, the influence of China participated appears on the face of this mosque. It was marked by a pyramid formation and the Chinese ornate on a number of typical roof. Blend the two cultures has become the hallmark of the grand mosque in Palembang and make a lot of travelers in awe. An acculturation can still coexist and complement each other.
- Taman Sari (Sari Park)
Built after the Giyanti Agreement in 1755, this place is designed as a place of exile the Sultan of Yogyakarta and his family from the hustle and bustle of the world. Taman Sari is designed in such a way that can bring peace to anyone who was in it. This building also reflects the multicultural style (Portuguese, Dutch, Chinese, Javanese, Hindu, Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam). Small pond with a fountain crystal clear and flowering trees, this place adds to its beauty. As well make it a perfect retreat location.
- Tongkonan
Tongkonan, Tana Toraja traditional house community in South Sulawesi, does have its own characteristics compared to other traditional house. This house is a house on stilts from wood. The roof is made of bamboo structure covered with black fibers as well as a curved shape like a facedown boat, making the house is similar to the Gadang House, traditional house of Batak or Minang society. The wall is made of wood, well carved with a variety of typical Toraja carvings.
Another feature that is most prominent in Tongkonan is buffalo head and horns that curved beautifully arranged on a main bang in front of every house. The number of head of buffalo are there in every house can be different. The more "decoration" is in there, the higher the degree of family who live in it. Therefore. Tongkonan also one tourist attraction and is a favorite photo enthusiasts. Tongkonan is Structured Settlements in Tana Toraja.
- Mahakam Bridge
Across the top edge of the Mahakam River in Tenggarong City, this bridge is the second after Mahakam Bridge 1 in the middle of Samarinda. However, Mahakam Bridge 2 has an attractive design than the "elder brother" or any other bridge in the archipelago. This bridge is classified as a cable suspension bridge and the design was almost the same as the Golden Gate in San Francisco, USA.
Naturally, the bridge that spans about 710 meters far, not only serves as a means of transportation, but also an attraction for tourists visiting the Tenggarong. Towards dusk, the lights mounted on poles and wires will turn on and presents a beautiful panorama.
Naturally, the bridge that spans about 710 meters far, not only serves as a means of transportation, but also an attraction for tourists visiting the Tenggarong. Towards dusk, the lights mounted on poles and wires will turn on and presents a beautiful panorama.
