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16 Things to do in Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan Indonesia

by ydrahmatullah

Banjarmasin is  well-known as a city of a thousand river.  It is a capital city  of South Kalimantan,  Indonesia. The majority population in Banjarmasin is  Islam. There are about 96% of residents who hold Islam as their religion. It is not only Muslim, but there are  other religions that the residents hold, such as Christian,  Hindu , and Buddha.

The city which has Ampar-Ampar Pisang folksong will always show you its best cultural and traditional tourism places. You will be stunning to visit this city of a thousand river. Don’t forget to visit the famous Mosque in Banjarmasin, because it has historical story as well. Here are the Tourism places to visit in Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan, Indonesia, Honestly, you will be stay longer there.

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1. Sultan Suriansyah Mosque

The first of many things to do in Banjarmasin South Kalimantan Indonesia is visiting this mosque. Sultan Suriansyah Mosque was build in the era of Sultan Suriansyah administration in the year of 1526 – 1550. It is the mosque that has traditional architecture, and also historical story of Islam in this region.

Another uniqueness of this mosque is because it has architecture style of  The Great Mosque of Demak. So, It is  influenced by an old Javanese style. The Sultan Suriansyah Mosque is the oldest Mosque in Banjarmasin which  is also stated as a cultural heritage on 1 September 1978.

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2. The Great Mosque of Sabilal Muhtadin

The second mosque that also has a form of Tourism attraction is The Great Mosque of Sabilal Muhtadin. This mosque was build as an Honor for Ulama Syekh Muhammad Arsyad Al-Banjari in era 1710 – 181

The Mosque was build in the city center of Banjarmasin. So, if you visit Banjarmasin, you will be welcomed by the Great Mosque of Sabilal Muhtadin in the center of the city.

The front area of the mosque has a fountain pond, and it is surrounded by plants and trees. They make the environtment of the mosque keep fresh and beautiful. You can pray in the mosque and see the beauty of Al-Quran calligraphy on the wall. Then, you can enjoy the view outside while relaxing your body.

3. Angsana Beach

After you get religious visit to the oldest mosque and the biggest mosque, The Sultan Suriansyah mosque and The Great Mosque of Sabilal Muhtadin respectively. Now, it is time for you to roll down in a beach. Yes, Banjarmasin has a beach, too. It has fresh water and white sand. It is Angsana Beach. The first beach that you must visit has wooden quay. You can see the deep blue water at the edge of the quay. Beautiful things to do in Banjarmasin South Kalimantan Indonesia

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4. Joras Beach

The second beach that you must visit in Banjarmasin is Joras beach. Joras beach  has a light  house. Just take the stairs up, and you can see the beauty of Joras beach from this point. You can also feel the wind that touch your face amazingly. Come to this beach, you will get twice as enjoyable.

Like Angsana beach, Joras beach has a quay that make you to see deep  blue see form the edge of the quay. Just take a pose and turn somersaults with the light house background from it. Definitely you will get the best photo.

5. Sungai Pampan Beach

Still in line with Joras beach, Sungai Pampan beach has a large beach sand. bring your volley ball or foot ball to this beach. You will make your day energizer after doing sport. The beach has also a calmness surroundings  and natural green view.

You just need to pay Rp.8000/person. It is very cheap. If you bring vehicle with you, you only pay Rp. 5000 for your car, and Rp. 3000 for motorcycle. Feel the summer breeze and get tanned!

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6. Birah – birahan Island

For you who name yourselves a real adventure, then you must visit this island. Yes, It is Birah – birahan island where the adventurers get amazing and wonderful experiences if they step in their feet to this white sand island.

First, you need to go to Kenyamukan quay. Here you must rent a fisher man boat with the price from Rp. 500.000 to Rp. 1.000.000. But please don’t be over load of passengers. Just bring 25 persons on the boat to reach the island. And don’t forget to bring your snorkeling and diving equipment. You will be amazed with the wonderful coral reef.

7. Samber Gelap Island

Actually, this island is near Birah -birahan island. It is located in Kotabaru Regency. Here, you can rent a speed boat to come to the island. You just need to pay the entrance fee for Rp. 10.000. This island has sea turtle conservation, so you can learn how the sea turtles grows.

After you see the sea turtle conservation, it is time for you to do snorkeling. Similar to Birah – birahan Island, Samber Gelap island also has amazing coral reef that will blow your mind. It is such a natural beautiful environment that the island has. That is why this island to be a favorite island for snorkeler and diver.

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8. Frangipani Park

Frangipani Park, or in Bahasa Indonesia means Taman Kamboja, is a park that has jogging track for the local who wants to jog in the morning. It is as a favorite place for families who want to play and relax in the park. The park has many trees that make the area leafy and shade. You and your friends can sit and relax  by enjoying your snacks.

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9. Alam Sari Recreation Park

After getting sunburns on the island and the beach, this is the second park that you must visit in Banjarmasin. Alam sari recreation park serve a good place for you and your family. It gives you a calmness situation that is surrounded by trees and a lake.

You can hang out with your friends. Just sit and get relaxed by having your meals. You also can try water play and swim into the swimming pool there. You just need to pay Rp. 15.000 for the entrance.

10. Wasaka Museum

It is a museum that tell you about the East Kalimantan people struggle. The Wasaka name stands for Waja Sampai Ka puting, that means the fight of East Kalimantan people for battling against the colonizer. The entrance ticket for the museum is Rp. 5000, and it opens daily. Well, there are just many things to do in Banjarmasin South Kalimantan Indonesia.

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11. Padang Tower

Padang Tower is one of the tourism place that becomes a favorite place for Banjarmasin people, or even for people out of Banjarmasin. It becomes  the center of crowded, because lots of people can do everything they like, such as hunting for traditional food, watching art shows, visiting gallery, and even watching solar eclipse.

The tower becomes new icon of Banjarmasin Tourism. It is located in the bank of Martapura river. While you are having your meals or enjoying the view from the top of the tower, you can see  floating market nearby that is to be the unique traditional market. You can come here everyday and it is free of charge.

12. Banjarmasin Floating Market

As I told you before, Banjarmasin floating market is the unique traditional market in Banjarmasin. This market is on Barito river. The buyer and the seller from this market use a small wooden boat, called Jukung. So, they do buy and sell activity using their own  Jukung.  That is the uniqueness from this market.

There are a lot of crops that are available to be sold. You can get fresh vegetable and fruit here. Besides,  you can taste your breakfast on the boat, while bargaining the things you want to.

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More Attractions in Banjarmasin

Moreover,  there are more places that you can visit in Banjarmasin. in addition to  the 12 places that I mention above, here more thing to do in Banjarmasin, Indonesia.

13. Lok Baintan Floating Market – Watch the the seller and buyer activity in the bank of martapura River, or you can also join by buying the things that you need.

14. Pesona Modern Waterboom – Another water recreation in Banjarmasin. This is a Waterboom that you may always visit at the weekend.

15. banjarmasin Fauna Park – With the complete animal that this place have, you can learn and enjoy your travel.

16. Cultural Park of South Kalimantan – Enjoy the various art show in this place while you are hunting a a traditional culinary here.

Now, you know about the things to do in Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan Indonesia. You can feel the calmness by visiting The old mosque in Banjarmasin, getting sunburns in the beautiful island that Banjarmasin have, or you just enjoying the beautiful scenery of the city in Padang tower. Just take your time, then go around the region.

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