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URBAN ADVENTURE

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Kingdom Era

1293

The founding anniversary of Surabaya is marked by the victory of Raden Wijaya's forces over the Mongol army sent by Kublai Khan at the mouth of the Kalimas River.

Mataram Sultanate

1625

Following a fierce and prolonged siege, Surabaya was conquered by Sultan Agung of Mataram, marking a major shift in political power along East Java's coast.

VOC Colonial Era

1743

Through a treaty between Pakubuwono II and the VOC, the Dutch officially seized control of Surabaya, gradually developing it into a massive naval base.

Modern Municipality

1906

Surabaya was officially granted Gemeente (Municipality) status by the Dutch East Indies, sparking urban modernization and turning it into the colony's largest trading port.

Independence

1945

The Battle of November 10 erupted. The youth of Surabaya bravely defended Indonesia's independence against fierce Allied military assaults.

Modernization

2026

Surabaya transforms itself into an international-class metropolitan Smart City while preserving its rich historical values and local wisdom.

Historical Landmarks

Explore the iconic sites that stand as silent witnesses to the struggles and development of the City of Heroes.

Heroes Monument
Landmark / History

Heroes Monument

Surabaya's central monument honoring the people who fought in the Battle of November 10, 1945.

Jalan Tunjungan
Night City

Jalan Tunjungan

A historic urban street known for lights, cafes, restored facades, and Surabaya's evening atmosphere.

Jembatan Merah
Heritage Corridor

Jembatan Merah

A historic bridge and trade corridor tied to Surabaya's colonial era and independence struggle.

Explore Map

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Heritage, culinary, culture, nature, night, and hotels live in one city catalog connected to the map.

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Culinary

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Culture

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Nature

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Night

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Hotel

Heroes Monument

Landmark / History

Heroes Monument

Surabaya's central monument honoring the people who fought in the Battle of November 10, 1945.

Jalan Tunjungan

Night City

Jalan Tunjungan

A historic urban street known for lights, cafes, restored facades, and Surabaya's evening atmosphere.

Taman Bungkul

Urban Park

Taman Bungkul

A popular urban park for community gatherings, street activity, sports, and relaxed city breaks.

Featured routes

Heroic Trail

Central city independence route

Heroes Monument
Sepuluh Nopember Museum
Jembatan Merah

Night City

Lights, facades, and urban rhythm

Jalan Tunjungan
Hotel Majapahit Surabaya
Kembang Jepun Corridor

Green East

Nature pockets on the eastern edge

Wonorejo Mangrove Ecotourism
Kenjeran Beach
Sanggar Agung Temple
Explorer Journey

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