The first thing I choose when I and my friends decide to take a short escape is always Semarang. I've visited this city multiple times, yet I haven't gone to many places. I need to discover more the hidden gems in this city. Although I have to explor...
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It's just a regular main train station in Semarang. If you take the train, most stops will be right here. Good news, this station is located in Old Town Area (Kota Lama).
Semarang Tawang Station
Pagoda in the heart of the city
Sam Poo Kong Pagoda
Near Tawang Train Station. We can find bars, cuisine, or just simply do people watching here. I love strolling here in the evening.
Kota Lama (Semarang Old Town)
This museum is located in slightly outside Kota Lama (in walking distance).
Museum Kota Lama
This is an absolute icon. Sometimes, they hold an event that you should try. This building is beautiful.
Lawang Sewu (Thousand Gates)
This mosque has electrical umbrellas like in Madinah. This mosque also provides hostelry and hall.
Masjid Agung Jawa Tengah
Candi Gedong Songo (9 temples) is located in Ungaran, approximately 30 minutes ride from the city. We can do such quest to find all 9 temples while enjoying the view since these temples are on the hill.
