Places of Interest In East Java

Surabaya

A booming city over 3 million people , Surabaya offers many good hotels, shopping centers and plentiful sources of entertainment. Its wellstocked zoological garden includes several species of Indonesian fauna : orang utans, komodo, dragons and a collection of nocturnal animals. Kalimas is an old traditional harbor for tha world famous Bugis schooners , which can be still be seen in all their former glory. Across the Madura Strait , half an hour by ferry from Surabaya is the island of Madura , famous for its unique bull races.



Trowulan, Pandaan, Tretes

Trowulan village and the surrounding area are believed to be the site of the ancient capital of Majapahit. Archaeological excavations in the area have recovered many terracotta ornaments , statues, pottery, and stone carvings which are displayed at the Trowulan museum. The map in the museum is a guide to nearby sites of historical interest. The Chandra Wilwatika open air theatre in Pandaan, 45 km south of Surabaya Presents classical East Java ballet performace on each full moon night from June to November. The performances are based either on the Ramayana stories or East Java’s legends and folklore. The backdrop of Mt. Pananggungan makes the performances and enchanting experience. 10 km from Chandra Wilwatikta is Tretes, one of the most beutiful mountain resort of East Java.

Malang

Ninety kilometers south Surabaya lays Malang, one of the most attractive hill towns on Java. A strong sense of civic pride is evident from the well maintened and elaborately painted pedicabs, the groomed main square , and clean buildings streets. The cool climate is a welcome flank of Mt. Arjuna , are Selecta and Songgoriti, popular hill resort with hot springs. Nearby Batu is famous for its apples and flowers. Sport facilities at Selecta include horse riding, swimming, and tennis.

Tugu kota Malang

Balai kota

Mount Bromo

The Bromo Beauty

Bromo, Tengger, Semeru

Many local and foreign travelers make the trek for the mystical exprerience of watching the sunrise from the crest of the Bromo volcano. A pony ride from the village of Ngadisari take you over a sea of sand to the foot of the volcano. Ascend the 50 steps to reach the rim. On the vast expanse of sand , formerly a caldera , there are two volcanes; the extinct Batok which is a perfect cone and Bromo. Volcanic sulfur fumes and smoke still emanate from the depths, and when the God of Bromo begins to rumble, the surounding population quickly brings their offerings. The annual offering ceremony of Kasada is held on the 14 th day of Kasada, the twelfth month in the Tenggerese calendar year. It is a dazzling event where villagers from the surrounding areas bring their humble offerings to the holy volcano.


The East Java Tourist Information (2002)