Attractions in Semarang

Semarang is the capital of Central Java and in the city is also a lot of heritage and attractions that are worth to visit,  many travelers are confused where they will decide to spend time in Semarang. Maybe these places will help you where will you go when you are traveling in Semarang

1.lawang Sewu

Lawang Sewu is popular with thrill-seekers hoping to catching a glimpse of the supernatural. The former Dutch railway office was converted into the Japanese military headquarters during the Second World War. Prisoners of War were tortured and killed in the basement of this building.

Locals believe that a pontianak resides in the basement of this building and headless ghosts roam its corridors. The most commonly sighted apparition is that of a Dutch lady who committed suicide in the building.

We didn’t have any creepy encounters in our brief visit but we were spooked enough by sudden drafts of cold air that made us shiver as we walked down the corridor. Spookiness aside, Lawang Sewu, which translates to “a thousand doors”  is worth a visit simply because of its beautifully restored Dutch architecture. 

Entrance Fee: SGD $1 
Address:  Tugu Muda Buildings,  Pemuda, Sekayu, Semarang, Central Java 50132

2. Sam Poo Kong 

Sam Poo Kong also known as Gedung Batu Temple, is the oldest Chinese temple in Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia. Originally established by the Chinese Muslim explorer Zheng He (also known as Sanbao), it is now shared by Indonesians of multiple religious denominations, including Muslims and Buddhists, and ethnicities, including Chinese and Javanese.

Entrance Fee:  $ 0.5
Address : Jl. Simongan No.129, Bongsari, Semarang Bar., Kota Semarang, Jawa Tengah 50148

3. Masjid Agung Jawa Tengah

Great Mosque of Central Java which has an area of over 7,500 square meters is able to accommodate about 16,000 worshipers. In addition to the main building of the mosque, in the Great Mosque of Central Java, there are also many other facilities such as the ceremony hall, auditorium, library, lodging, museum of Islamic culture, cafes, souvenir shops, train rabbits, children's playground.

Entrance Fee:  -
Address: Gajah Raya, Sambirejo, Gayamsari,  Semarang, Central Java Tengah 50613

4.Pagoda Watugong

Entrance Fee:  -
Address:  Perintis Kemerdekaan, Pudakpayung, Banyumanik,Semarang, Central Java 50265

5.Tay Kak Sie Temple

Tay Kak Sie Temple is an old temple that was established in 1746. This temple is located at No 62 Street Gang Lombok Semarang's Chinatown. This temple became one of the religious tourism in the city of  Semarang. Tay Kak Sie Temple at first only to worship the Goddess Kwan Im Po Sat Sie, Reverend Goddess of Mercy, though later developed into a temple which worshiped the Gods of other Tao.

Entrance Fee:  -Address: Mlati Harjo, Semarang