9 places to see and do in Bekasi




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As a satellite city of Jakarta, Bekasi is no less busy than the capital city. Bekasi is synonymous with the presence of industrial factories which makes it one of the overseas destinations for people from all over Indonesia. In 2010, the population of Bekasi reached 2 million. The relatively dense population also affected the density of the highway which resulted in congestion and density of residential areas.

However, make no mistake, Bekasi is not only always synonymous with congestion and dense industrial areas. In this Patriot City, you can find a number of tourist attractions that can be a tired release on weekends and holiday seasons. Well, for those of you who want to take a vacation, there are recommendations for 15 tourist attractions in Bekasi that must be included in your travel agenda. For more details, see the full review below.

1. Fighting Building 45
Gedung Juang 45
Fighting Building 45
Bekasi is one of the cities that has witnessed the history of the struggle of the Indonesian people to win independence. The Bekasi people's struggle was enshrined in Gedung Juang 45. This historic building which is now used as a library was once a government office during the Dutch and Japanese occupations. When the TNI troops defeated Japan, Gedung Juang was successfully taken over.

Gedung Juang 45 was built in 1901 with the concept of architecture typical of Europe and Indonesia. Even though it is very old, Gedung Juang 45 is still able to present the charming nuances of artdeco architecture and is quite interesting as a photographic object.

If you are interested in exploring the beauty of architectural tourist attractions in Bekasi, you can visit the location on Jalan Sultan Hasanudin 5, Tambun Selatan. Visitors only need to pay an entrance ticket of Rp. 2,000 to enter the Juang 45 Building area which opens at 08: 00-15: 00.

2. Saung Ranggon
Saung Ranggon
Saung Ranggon
In the midst of modernity, Bekasi still has a special area inhabited by buildings around 500 years old. Saung Ranggon is one of the excellent tourist attractions in Bekasi that still exists today. The Saung Ranggon cultural heritage area is located in a residential area, precisely in Kampung Cikedokan, West Cikarang, which can be easily reached by vehicles.

According to legend, Saung Ranggon was built by Prince Rangga in the 16th century. Prince Rangga himself is a direct descendant of Prince Jayakarta. In the early stages of its construction, Saung Ranggon was used as a place to store the harvests of local residents. Now, buildings in the form of houses on stilts made of wood are transformed as historical tourist destinations of the pride of Bekasi residents.

3. Taman Buaya Indonesia Jaya
Taman Buaya Indonesia Jaya
Taman Buaya Indonesia Jaya
Taman Buaya Indonesia Jaya (TBIJ) could be a tourist attraction in Bekasi that is interesting for those of you who want to see first hand the diverse species of this reptile creepy animal. TBIJ is on Jalan Raya Serang-Cibarusah Kilometer 3, Serang Baru, Bekasi. In this breeding area there are at least 500 species of crocodiles consisting of Kalimantan long snout crocodiles, Sumatran estuarine crocodiles, Irian crocodiles, and albino crocodiles. These crocodiles often show skill in attractions with the crocodile handler.

Besides crocodiles, TBIJ is also home to a number of snake species that are not infrequently included in extreme attractions with crocodiles. In TBIJ, the oldest crocodile is around 55 years old, while the youngest is only 10 years old. To be able to see directly the various crocodile collections at TBIJ, adult visitors are required to pay an entrance ticket of Rp. 20,000 and Rp. 10,000 for children over the age of three. TBIJ opens daily at 09: 45-16: 00.

4. Kemang Deer Deer Park
Taman Rusa Kemang Pratama
Kemang Deer Deer Park
Kemang Pratama is actually a residential area located in the Rawalumbu area, Bekasi. The existence of a deer park in the residential area turned out to be quite interesting to the attention of residents from outside the housing. Finally, the Kemang Pratama Deer Park was increasingly visited and even made an alternative tourist destination in Bekasi for residents of Bekasi and surrounding areas.

Kemang Pratama housing residents and local residents often use this park as a place to jog, picnic, or just take a walk in the morning and evening. Visitors can relax in the area of the Kemang Pratama Deer Park free of charge.

5. Venetian Water Carnaval
Venetian Water Carnaval
Venetian Water Carnaval
Bekasi also has family and tourist attractions in the theme of a classic and unique city of Venice. Venetian Water Carnaval is a waterpark area located in Villa Mutiara Gading 2 Housing, Jalan Karangsatria Blok D2 Number 1-2, Tambun Utara, Bekasi.

The vibrant nuances of typical Italian carnival can already be felt once you enter the Venetian Water Carnaval area. Waterboom design and waterpark area can make you and your family feel a more memorable holiday atmosphere. The presence of slides and giant buckets in the swimming pool area is guaranteed to make children enthusiastic and impatient to immediately play water. Venetian Water Carnaval is also equipped with a number of supporting facilities such as an entertainment stage, children's playground, to a 4-dimensional theater that will make a more exciting holiday.

The price of admission tourist attractions in Bekasi this one was relatively affordable. Visitors only need to pay an entrance ticket for Rp. 20,000 Monday-Friday, and a special Rp. 50,000 holiday. The Venetian Park Carnaval Waterboom is open every day at 8: 00-18: 00.

6. Go! Wet Waterpark

Go! Wet Waterpark
Go! Wet Waterpark
Go! Wet Waterpark can be said to be the favorite waterpark of the citizens of Bekasi. Arena waterpark located at Grand Wisata Bekasi, Jalan Southern Boulveard, Kav. 1, South Tambun has a land area of ​​7.5 hectares. Go field! The vast Wet Waterpark makes it one of the largest water parks in Indonesia.

In this one tourist spot in Bekasi, you and your family can enjoy fun water games such as slides, artificial wave pools, water spray, to relax in the Go! Lazy arena. Thanks to the presence of a number of interesting rides and supporting facilities, Go! Wet Waterpark is never empty by visitors.

Go! Wet Waterpark is open every day at 10: 30-18: 30 and at 09: 00-20: 00 on weekends only. The price of admission that is pegged for adult visitors is Rp150,000 and Rp100,000 for children on weekdays. While for weekends and national holidays, the ticket price to pay is IDR 225,000 for adults, and IDR 175,000 for children.

7. Saung Wulan

Saung Wulan
Saung Wulan
Looking for a traditional restaurant in Bekasi? Saung Wulan is the place. Saung Wulan culinary tourism center combines the concept of culinary and natural tourism that will make your vacation and family more exciting.

In Saung Wulan, you can not only eat a variety of Sundanese dishes in a traditional saung. The view of the lake which is inhabited by a group of geese also adds to the delicious atmosphere of dining with family and friends. In fact, in Saung Wulan there is also a mini rice field area on the path to Saung. Come at night, you will be amazed by the romantic atmosphere thanks to the beautiful colorful lights.

In the area of ​​Saung Wulan there are also nurseries of various types of fish such as catfish, carp, carp, and Tawes. Saung Wulan manager provides fishing equipment for visitors who want to catch their own meals. Each fishing rod will be valued at IDR 35,000 / kg.

Judging from the natural atmosphere and delicious culinary offerings, Saung Wulan can be said to be the right place for a gathering or even a wedding reception. This traditional Sundanese restaurant is located at Jalan Abu Bakar Number 60 Setiadarma, Tambun, Bekasi, and is open every day at 10: 00-23: 00.

8. Snow World International Revo Town
Snow World International Revo Town
Snow World International Revo Town
Bekasi which is famous for its hot weather turns out to have a snowy arena which is often the target of tourists. Snow World International Revo Town is a tourist spot in Bekasi which adopts the concept of snow tourism in a four-season country. Besides being able to feel the sensation of winter, you will also be amazed by the presence of ice sculpture creations in the Snow World area. In fact, you can feel the fun of skating on slippery ice. No wonder so many visitors are addicted to playing at Snow World International Revo Town.

Although it was established in the Bekasi Square parking lot, Snow World International Revo Town is still able to present a charming snowy city feel. The price of admission is relatively affordable, which is Rp. 60,000 for adults and Rp. 40,000 for children. The entrance ticket includes a thick jacket to protect you from the cold snow of Bekasi.

Interested? Just come directly to its location in Revo Town North Parking Lot, Jalan Jend. Ahmad Yani Kav. 1 Pekayon Jaya, Bekasi Selatan. This tourist spot in Bekasi is open every day at 13: 00-20: 00, and specifically on weekends, Snow World opens earlier at 11:00.

9. Muara Beting Beach
Pantai Muara Beting
Muara Beting Beach
Bekasi also has a beautiful beach to be visited while on vacation. Muara Beting Beach is one of the marine tourism destinations in Bekasi which is in the Muara Gembong area. In this tourist spot in Bekasi you can relax for a while while sitting on the beach enjoying a gentle and soothing breeze. Muara Beting Beach is not only fun to be a place to relax. This beach also has a conservation area at the mouth of the Pantai Flag and Muara Beting Beach.

Muara Beting Beach also has a mangrove forest covering 70 hectares. Birds migrating from the Pacific and South China seas often appear in the mangrove forest area of Muara Beting Beach every September to February. You can explore the mangrove forest of Pantai Muara Beting by riding a wooden boat that can be rented for IDR 30,000-IDR 50,000. Visitors are not charged the entrance fee to enjoy the beauty of Muara Beting Beach.

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