Monuments
Japanese Soldier Monument
The monument is located next to a beach that has lines of tress and plantation. It was built to honor the Japanese soldiers who died in the area during the Second World War. On the monument itself, there is a Japanese declaration that is carved on it. Visitors will also see a small Japanese soldiers burial ground next to the monument.
Location | : | Lamaru district, about 26 kilometers from the city center (east of Balikpapan) |
Telephone | : | +62 852 47583829 (Mr. Ibrahim) |
Admission charge | : | free, though a voluntary donation expected. |
Nearby facilities | : | warung |
Nearby attractions | : | Manggar Beach, Lamaru Beach (car needed) |
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Remarks | : | an appointment with Mr. Ibrahim before going to this place is needed, as the gate is often locked and he is the one who holds the key. He speaks only Bahasa Indonesia (Indonesian language). |
Monumen Perjuangan Rakyat (Monpera)
This monument is located at the seashore of Monpera Beach and surrounded by green environment. It is located in a complex that occupies an area of approximately 9,000 square meters.
Location | : | Jl. Jenderal Sudirman, in front of the "Makodam VI Tanjung Pura" (army) Office |
Nearby facilities | : | food stalls |
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Australia Monument
This memorial monument was built to honor the Australian soldiers who were killed in the area during the Second World War.
Location | : | Jl. Jenderal Sudirman, nearby Kemala Beach/ Polda Beach |
Nearby attractions | : | Strand Banua Patra Beach |
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Museum
Tanjung Pura Museum
A military museum that displays Second World War weapons, such as riffles, mortars, grenades, missiles, canons, and so forth. There are also some Japanese trumpets on display. At the entrance of the museum, visitors will see a few cannons used by the Japanese army during the Second World War.
Location | : | Jl. Letjen Suprapto, Balikpapan Barat |
Contact person | : | Mr. Mukwan: +62 542 7098173 |
Operating hours | : | daily, 8:30am-3pm |
Admission charge | : | free, though a voluntary donation is expected. |
Facilities | : | toilets, parking area |
Nearby facilities | : | "Kampung Baru Tengah" terminal, "Kampung" harbor |
Nearby attractions | : | Kampung Baru Floating Village |
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Remarks | : | Mr. Mukwan is the person responsible of the museum for visits. He can be contacted one day prior to visit to arrange for an English guide. Booking in advance for a group visit is recommended. |
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