Sumenep Palace and Museum
Sumenep Palace and Museum
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Paul N
Yogyakarta Region, Indonesia130 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
Very interesting structure with a variety of objects on display: a collection of kris swords, furniture and various other artefacts.
Low entrance costs of Rp 10'000 for foreign visitors. Ample parking provided.
Few foreigners hit this spot which is a shame because this really is an attractive venue and an interesting way to see how the upper classes lived in a more remote part of the archipelago - before the Suramadu bridge!
Low entrance costs of Rp 10'000 for foreign visitors. Ample parking provided.
Few foreigners hit this spot which is a shame because this really is an attractive venue and an interesting way to see how the upper classes lived in a more remote part of the archipelago - before the Suramadu bridge!
Written 2 December 2023
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Raymond W
Townsville, Australia4,528 contributions
Feb 2011 • Couples
Situated at the eastern island of the dry, barren island of Madura, Sumenep is, without a doubt, the island's finest town. Though it is not the largest settlement on the island today, Sumenep trumps all other towns in history, culture and allure. There are only a few more charming towns on Java itself.
This small city has a history dating back to the Hindu kingdoms which flourished in Java more than five hundred years ago. Its aristocrats occasionally make an appearance in the royal histories of the great Javanese empires, often playing a part in palace intrigues. Though Madurese royalty no longer holds even ceremonial power, Sumenep Palace remains as a testimony to this long historical legacy. The guides are extremely welcoming, as they rarely see foreign visitors. Highlights include some Hindu-era statues and a bathing pool with a 'fountain of eternal youth' reputation.
This small city has a history dating back to the Hindu kingdoms which flourished in Java more than five hundred years ago. Its aristocrats occasionally make an appearance in the royal histories of the great Javanese empires, often playing a part in palace intrigues. Though Madurese royalty no longer holds even ceremonial power, Sumenep Palace remains as a testimony to this long historical legacy. The guides are extremely welcoming, as they rarely see foreign visitors. Highlights include some Hindu-era statues and a bathing pool with a 'fountain of eternal youth' reputation.
Written 10 October 2011
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Paul480
Melbourne, Australia77 contributions
Apr 2014 • Family
The collection awaiting inside is so very impressive, unfortunately some pieces are falling apart due to lack of funds to properly take care of them. But very impressive all the same. Massive storage of furniture and royal fixtures from centuries ago. Truly inspiring which should be taken better care before it is lost.
Written 23 April 2014
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Lamings
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam121 contributions
Mar 2013 • Family
The guided tour was very worthwhile taking in as it did the royal horse carriage museum, the kraton and the taman sari. It was an ideal starting point for a later trip to the royal cemetery at AstaTinggi. The bupati's office is behind the kraton and he walks through the old section to host events there. There is no doubt that Sumenep has the most to hold the attention of visitors, be they locals or foreigners.
Written 28 March 2013
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Mike C
Guildford, UK1,074 contributions
Sept 2018 • Couples
We went here as part of a tour from our small expedition cruise ship and they had laid on some traditional music and traditional snacks for us. It is worth a short visit. You are able to see part of the palace including a rather nice courtyard garden. There are however wooden gates making it clear that the are is private past those. There are a few rooms in the part you can go to. Just across from the Palace is the small museum with a replica of a carriage given to the King by the monarch of the UK. The expedition team weren't sure which monarch it was, a search says it was "the Queen of England", which must mean it was Victoria but I do not know whether the information in the search was accurate. Given that it was unusual to have a Queen I tend to think it is likely to be. There are a few interesting rooms in the Museum, of which we had a short guided tour.
Written 21 October 2018
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anasinsan
Sumenep, Indonesia8 contributions
Jul 2018 • Business
if you wanna go anywhere anytime in sumene you can call me or w.a 085330737275..iam agent travel sumenep..thanks
Written 31 July 2018
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fajar zona
Gresik, Indonesia872 contributions
Jan 2018 • Business
This museum is specifically build for preserving Sumenep royal family legacy. It offers variety of relics, weapons and chariot of the royal family. Although itsn't as fancy as other museum, you will learn local folklore and other Sumenep kingdom history.
Written 25 January 2018
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Febryan P
133 contributions
Apr 2017 • Family
In the palace there are some museum and also a place that have myth when we wash our face there could look more younger
Written 22 April 2017
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Graeme S
40 contributions
Jul 2016 • Friends
The kraton or palace is worth-visiting. There are some fine buildings to see and interesting exhibits. Mostly dating from the 18th century. You are free to stroll around. There is the main palace building, the water gardens, the museum within the kraton, the gate house, and a small museum across the road.
Written 24 August 2016
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Marilynne C
Frankston, Australia236 contributions
Jul 2016 • Solo
I was shown around the museum and palace by a lovely young lady who spoke excellent English. Museum has much on interest; a carriage gifted by King George of England, a huge Koran plus photos of the kings of Sumenep.
Written 31 July 2016
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