Bandung At A Glance
Thursday, September 09 2010
Bandung, The Capital City of Asia Africa
“… and Bandung has been the focal centre – perhaps I might even say the capital of Asia and Africa during this period.”
Brief History of Bandung
Herman Willem Daendles (the Governor General of Dutch East Indies) never supposed - where he stuck his swagger stick on the "Zero Kilometers" and governed to build a city there – that Bandung which was still known as een kleine berg dessa (a little village on the mountain) had grown to be a big city in the middle of 19th century.
The Bandung District move to the center of Bandung in 1810 after the road that connected Batavia with Bandung through Bogor and Cianjur was completely done. This was the milestone of progress of Bandung because at that time the kampong Bandung gradually became a city.
“Paris van Java” was a name for Bandung which means approximately the Paris from Indonesia. Bandung deserves this name because it has a number of interesting tourism objects, namely natural tourism, shopping tourism, artificial tourism, and religious tourism and also various special snacks and foods offered in food stall, café, and restaurant. Beside that, the historical buildings inherited from the period of colonial government beautify the city.
Bandung is not only known as “the Paris van Java” but popularly as “the city of the Asian-African Conference” and “the Flower City” as well.
RAA. Wiranata Kusumah II
Founding Father of Bandung. He was the first Bandung Regency Major. In 1809, with this troops he opened a region in Cikapundung area. Soon he removed the governmental area from Krapyak to Bandung. Together with Daendels he built the city, which now become one of the most populous city in Indonesia.
Bandung, The Tourism City
God has blessed Bandung citizens with beautiful natural environment. This city is situated as if it were on the curvature of the earth surrounded by range of hills occupied by a great number of kampongs. Lembang (a little village between Bandung and the volcano "Tangkuban Parahu") and Dago are just another unique attraction.
Lembang is very popular with its chilly air and its qualified agricultural produce. Meanwhile, Dago now becomes lively with factory outlet and the other shopping center. An amphitheatre where art and cultural shows performed in Dago Tea House, while enjoying the natural panorama from above, make the visitors comfortable.
Museums
Museum of The Asian-African Conference
Jl. Asia Africa No. 65
Telp. (022) 4233564, 4238031
08.00 – 15.00
The museum is supported by exhibition room which remains to demonstrate a number of photos and the three-dimension objects of The Asian-African Conference in 1955.
Museum of Geology
Jl. Diponegoro No. 57
Telp. (022) 7203205
09.00 – 15.00
The oldest museum in Bandung, since 1926. The collection consist of rock type, mineral, fossils, and some artifacts from entire continent region archipelago of Indonesia.
Sri Baduga Museum
Jl. BKR No. 185
Telp. (022) 5210976
09.00 – 17.00
The museum has wide collections of traditional art and culture stuff of West Java, such as biological, ethnographical, archeological, historical, numismatic, philological, dermatological, fine art, and technological.
Galleries
Selasar Sunaryo Art Space
Jl. Bukit Pakar Timur No. 100
Telp. (022) 2507939
10.00 – 17.00
An art gallery which established by Sunaryo, one of famous artists in Indonesia. Activities which held in Selasar Sunaryo include exhibitions workshops, and theatrical plays.
Nu Art Sculpture
Jl. Setraduta Kencana II No. 12
Telp. (022) 2017812
09.00 – 16.00
Gallery which provides various kinds of art installations, sculptures, and paintings created by Nyoman Nuarta, an artist who designed Garuda Wisnu Kencana in Bali.
Barli
Jl. Prof. Dr. Sutami No. 91
Telp. (022) 2011898
09.00 – 17.00
This gallery has various collections of paintings from early Indonesian age of modern art. The name of the museum was taken from Barli Sasmita, one of the pioneers of modern art movement in Indonesia.
Taman Budaya Jawa Barat
Jl. Bukit Dago Selatan No. 53
Telp. (022) 2505364
09.00 – 22.00
This gallery has various collections of West Java traditional artistic culture. Miniatures of different traditional musical instrument are also available to be seen. Also don’t miss various traditional art performances there.
Religion Sites
Pusda’i (Islamic Centre)
Jl. Diponegoro No. 61
Telp. (022) 7217532
09.00 – 17.00
Situated on Jalan Diponegoro, this area has become the center of Islamic study. Mesjid, classrooms, and function rooms are publicly accessible in this place.
Cathedral Church
Jl. Merdeka No. 14
Telp. (022) 4235035
09.00 – 17.00
It is one of the oldest churches in Bandung which is famous for its beautiful art-deco architecture. It is the center of Christian religious study.
Da’arut Tauhid
Jl. Gegerkalong Girang No. 34
Telp. (022) 2014374
09.00 – 17.00
One of the popular Islamic study centers in Bandung. Nowadays, it’s developed special Da’arut Tauhid smile tour, a spiritual tour that consists of sight seeing around the Da’arut Tauhid area and Koran discussion.
Mesjid Al Ukhuwah
Jl. Wastukencana No. 27
Telp. (022) 4208844
09.00 – 17.00
It is situated behind the mayor city building. The architecture is adapted from Sundanese and Islamic style and becomes one of the finest Mesjid in the city.
Green Spaces and Parks
Dewi Sartika
Jl. Wastukencana
A park that is located in the city mayor office was named as local woman heroine, Rr. Dewi Sartika, a woman who fought for woman’s education in Bandung.
Maluku Park
Jl. Maluku
The park which was built in 1919 is situated in the midpoint of Jalan Aceh, Jalan Maluku, and Jalan Seram. Included with a pond and a stream, a statue, paths, benches, and also the density of trees such as Ki Angsret trees (Spathodea Campanulata) and bungur trees (Lagerstroemia Speciosa) which make the atmosphere and its surrounding feels fresh and comfortable.
Ir. H. Juanda Wood
Dago
This 600 hectare forest was established in the 1920s as Sundanese public botanical museum and was filled by plantations all over the world. It is officially open on January 14, 1985 as a conservation area for plantations and local animals. In the forest, there are some interesting sites which are the Dutch Cave and Japanese Cave. In the park, there is a monument of Ir. H. Juanda, who was a local hero, and it was erected to honor his good deeds. Therefore, his name was used for this site.
Historical Buildings
Gedung Merdeka
Jl. Asia Afrika No. 65
Telp. (022) 4233564, 4238031
This building was built in 1921. In the early days it was known as Societeit Concordia, a coffee shop, and bars. The government of Republic of Indonesia replaced its function into a governmental office in 1946. Asian-African Conference was held here in 1955.
Savoy Homann
Jl. Asia Afrika No. 61
Telp. (022) 4232244
Build in the early 1910 as one of the first hotels in Bandung. Homann is named from the first owner Adolf Homann. Savoy Homann it has always been the people’s choices. Charlie Chaplin, Nehru, Nasser, Chou En Lai were only a few of them. Nowadays Homann is one of the finest and luxurious hotels in Bandung.
Villa Isola
Jl. Setiabudhi No. 229
Lies in the north Bandung area on Jalan Setiabudhi, it was designed by C.P. Wolff Schoemaker. It was build in 1932 as a residence of the governor. Nowadays, Isola is a part of Indonesia Education University buildings.
Cafes
Potluck
Jl. Teuku Umar No. 9
Telp. (022) 2501332
10.00 – 23.00
A café with library in it. Provides good books and magazines. A nice place to hang out for young people.
Blend
Jl. Lombok No. 43
(022) 4211651
10.00 – 23.00
A stylish café which is good to be a place to hang out with your friends, has many unique options of cold and hot drinks.
The Cellar
Jl. Diponegoro No. 9
Telp. (022) 4203588
10.00 – 23.00
Area of expertise in wine and other beverages, with a cozy place.
Selasar Coffee
Jl. Bukit Pakar Timur No. 100
Telp. (022) 2507939
10.00 – 20.00
Another cafe founded by a Bandung’s famous artist, Sunaryo, who creates art works such as paintings, sculptures, etc. You can enjoy many kinds of coffee around the fresh air and natural environment.
Café Geulis
Jl. Ir. H. Juanda No. 129
Telp. (022) 2507777
10.00 – 23.00
A café in Hotel Geulis in Jalan Dago. A night place to take rest after a whole day shopping.
Café Milan
Jl. Pelajar Pejuang No. 91
Telp. (022) 7323236
10.00 – 22.00
A Café located in the south of Bandung, it provides delicious ice creams and desserts.
N Café
Jl. Setraduta Kencana II No. 12
Telp. (022) 2017812
10.00 – 22.00
A cafe founded by famous sculpture artist, Nyoman Nuarta.
Dakken Coffe
Jl. R.E. Martadinata No. 67
Telp. (022) 4209506
10.00 – 22.00
A coffee specialist which gives you a private room with cozy couches and sofas.
Warung
Cilaki
Jl. Taman Cilaki
18.00 – 23.00
Taste various kinds of food which are served in a tent, from traditional to western food available with fair price.
Ceu’ Mar
Jl. Cikapundung Timur
20.00 – 08.00
This one is a very unique place to eat, because it only opens from midnight till dawn in an open space at a parking area.
Mang Oyo
Jl. Ir. H. Juanda (Edward Forrer)
07.00 – 10.00
A famous chicken porridge (bubur ayam) with special ingredients by Mang Oyo.
Bebek Goreng “Darmo”
Jl. Jawa
18.00 – 23.00
Its specialty is bebek goreng (fried duck), you also can order tasty kol goreng (fried cabbages).
Warung Lela
Jl Kupa (Rancakendal)
10.00 – 19.00
Warung with the classical homey feeling, very famous with its mie yamin and strawberry juice.
Dwi Lingga
Jl. Ir. H. Juanda, Jl. Antapani, Jl. Burangrang
16.00 04.00
A specialist of roti bakar (baked bread) and instant noodles.
Timbel Istiqomah
Jl. Citarum
10.00 – 13.00
A Specialist of nasi timbel, rice wrapped in banana leaves, people can choose either white or red rice, served with fried chicken and lalab sambal.
Imam Bonjol Food Court
Jl. Imam Bonjol
10.00 – 19.00
Many kinds of food with a reasonable price, such as pempek, lomie, batagor, es campur, to chicken steak and Japanese food.
Restaurant
Atmosphere
Jl. Lengkong Besar No. 97
Telp. (022) 4262815
10.00 – 23.00
A specious café in the heart of Bandung, which offers both Indonesian and western wines, its cozy and romantic atmosphere which is blended with good live music at dinner time will ensure a memorable visit.
Ilalang
Jl. Karang Layung No. 24
Telp. (022) 2032188
10.00 – 23.00
You could find a rich and also comfortable atmosphere, that could be used as a place for many events, such as wedding, birthday party, or office meeting.
Tomodachi
Jl. Dr. Radjiman No. 5
Telp. (022) 4264888
10.00 – 23.00
A nice place to come with your friends or family. It has many kinds of cuisines such as European, Indonesian, and also Japanese. Famous with the cakes which is an original recipe by Tomodachi.
Suis Butcher
Jl. Setiabudhi No. 174
Telp. (022) 2033172
10.00 – 23.00
Famous with its steak for years, it offers western nuances interior.
The Valley Bistro
Jl. Lembah Pakar Timur No. 28
Telp. (022) 2511450
10.00 – 23.00
You can enjoy great foods with a great panorama of Bandung city lights, has both outdoor and indoor dining places, a playground for children, and also provides live music.
Arar
Jl. R.E.E. Martadinata No. 66
Telp. (022) 4239874
10.00 – 23.00
An International restaurant with Zuppa soup as its specialty. Arar offers wide variety of menu with reasonable price.
Sundanese Delight
Riung Panyileukan
Jl. Raya Lembang No. 176
Telp. (022) 2786787
10.00 – 21.00
A Combination of natural environment and great Sundanese food with an exclusive place, which has many branches in Bandung.
Laksana
Jl. Soekarno Hatta No. 395
Telp. (022) 5208446
24 hrs.
Another Sundanese food resto with reasonable price, you can go with your family and find many kinds of home made food.
Ampera
Jl. Soekarno Hatta No. 394
Telp. (022) 5208446
24 hrs.
A Sundanese food resto with relatively cheap price, has so many branches in all over Bandung, some are open for 24 hours a day.
Dago Panyawangan
Jl. Ir. H. Juanda No. 127
Telp. (022) 2501815
10.00 – 21.00
Many kind of special characteristic of delicious Sundanese food that you can enjoy around Sundanese interior.
Sindang Reret II
Jl. Raya Cikole Km. 22
Telp. (022) 2786500
10.00 -21.00
A combination of natural environment and great Sundanese food with an exclusive place, which have many branches in Bandung.
Bale Gazeboo
Jl. Surapati No. 49
Telp. (022) 2506716
10.00 – 21.00
Restaurant that is famous for its “nasi tutug oncom”. The rice is smashed with fermented beans. The location is near the Surapati fly-over and easy to reach.
Ibu Haji Ciganea
Jl. Lodaya No. 29
Telp. (022) 7314291
10.00 – 21.00
Original restaurant from Purwakarta which famous for its traditional chili sauce. Once you try it, you’ll find it hard to stop.
Bandung Specialties
Batagor Riri
Jl. Burangrang No. 41
Telp. (022) 7303349
09.00 - 19.00
Batagor (baso tahu goreng) is one of the famous foods in Bandung, and Batagor Riri is the famous one with the big size and the good taste.
Surabi Imoet
Jl. Setiabudhi No. 156
10.00 – 19.00
Surabi imoet is an original cake from Sundanese people, with much kind of toppings, near to the ENHAII Tourism School.
Karya Umbi
Jl. Cihampelas No. 186
Telp. (022) 2031726
10.00 – 19.00
You could find many kinds of snacks, whether sweet or salty, and the unique thing is that you can buy it with the certain amount.
Merdeka Cake
Jl. Merdeka No. 27
Telp. (022) 4235534
10.00 – 20.00
Snack store that is famous for years. Its specialty is the “kue sus”.
Martabak San Fransisco
Jl. Burangrang No. 45
Telp. (022) 7312192
18.00 – 23.00
You can find many martabaks in Bandung street, but this store serves you a unique taste, such as blueberry. This martabak is also bigger than the ordinary one.
Prima Rasa
Jl. Kemuning No. 20
Telp. (022) 7206468
10.00 – 20.00
Provide bollen cake, cheese roll, and other cakes with original taste.
Kartika Sari
Jl. H. Akbar No. 4
Telp. (022) 4231355
10.00 – 19.00
The most popular gift from Bandung, specialist in the bollen cake (pisang bolen), brownies, and the cheese roll.
Yoghurt Cisangkuy
Jl. Cisangkuy No. 20
Telp. (022) 7272412
10.00 – 21.00
Many kinds of yoghurt, with or without real fruits inside, near to the famous Gedung sate.
Factory Outlets
Blossom
Jl. Ir. H. Juanda No. 112
Telp. (022) 2501745
10.00 – 21.00
This factory outlet located in Jalan Dago. Perfect place for family shopping.
Victoria
Jl. Ir. H. Juanda No. 111
10.00 – 21.00
Has many good clothes for men and women, using an old building which was built in the colonial time. In the 2nd floor, there are Mahanagari, a shop that sells Bandung souvenirs and also distros.
China Emporium
Jl. R.E. Martadinata No. 47
Telp. (022) 4260815
10.00 – 21.00
Everything about China is provided here. The souvenirs, the cheongsam dress, and Chinese snack, etc.
Herritage
Jl. R.E. Martadinata No. 63
Telp. (022) 4220538
10.00 – 21.00
A famous factory outlet in Bandung. It is a colonial building, has a collection for men, women, and children, with a wide-range of price.
Summit
Jl. R. E. Martadinata No. 61
Telp. (022) 5220999
10.00 – 21.00
Famous with its good quality and reasonable price. You also could find textile products and also shoes collections.
Rumah Mode
Jl. Setiabudhi No. 41F
Telp. (022) 2035498
10.00 – 21.00
A favorite factory outlet for many people which located on Jl. Setiabudhi, has a different types of collection. You can find both formal and casual clothes here.
Export Station
Jl. Sumatera No. 24
Telp. (022) 4264107
10.00 – 21.00
The combination of a factory outlet, export (a well-known brand in Bandung) bag shop, a distro, and a café. A nice place to hang out for youngsters.
Distros
347/EAT
Jl. Citarum No. 32
Telp. (022) 7273394
10.00 – 20.00
One of the distro pioneers in Bandung. 347 provides various apparel stuffs. It also offers table accessories and gimmicks.
Flashy
Jl. Dipati Ukur No. 1
Telp. (022) 2508393
10.00 – 20.00
Most products of Flashy are loved by girls, especially the jackets, bags, and hand phone casings.
WDZG
Jl. Hasanuddin No. 10
Telp. (022) 2506145
10.00 – 19.00
This distro is one of distros in Bandung. They design the clothes by themselves and also sells their original designs.
Anonim
Jl. Hariang Banga No. 7
Telp. (022) 2031726
10.00 – 19.00
Anonim collections are many different brands of distros clothes in Bandung, and also sells their original designs.
No Label
Jl. Trunojoyo No. 6
Telp. (022) 4204455
10.00 – 20.00
This distro is one of the oldest distros in Bandung, they design the clothes by themselves and also has a nice shop design.
Airplane
Jl. Aceh No. 44
Telp. (022) 4210092
10.00 – 20.00
It is located in a very accessible place near BIP, a big shopping center in Bandung.
Monik
Jl. Setiabudhi No. 56
Telp. (022) 2032740
10.00 19.00
The distro provides bag as its specialty. Known as the trend-setter for girls’ fashion in Bandung.
Ouval Research
Jl. Buah Batu No. 64
Telp. (022) 7311092
10.00 – 19.00
One of the oldest and famous distros in Bandung. Famous for its unique designs and limited products. You also can find sandals, shoes, and also Gummo Apparel.
Books and Records
Omunium
Jl. Sultan Agung No. 9
Telp. (022) 426 5152
10.00 - 20.00
A local bookshop that looks more like bohemian store which is owned by koil, a famous Gothic Band in Bandung. Sells imported books, imported shirts and other goods.
QB
Jl. Setiabudhi No. 156
09.00 – 21.00
A bookshop which is located inside Setiabudhi Supermarket, it sells various local and international books. Wi-Fi zone and café are also available here.
Tobucil
Jl. Kyai Gde Utama No. 8
Telp. (022) 2503464
10.00-18.00
A bookshop which is also a place to hold events, such as book discussions, video art presentations, design discussion, exhibitions, and other communal activities which are related to art and culture. Don’t miss jazz jam session on every Sunday morning.
Aquarius
Jl. Ir. H. Juanda No. 36
Telp. (022) 4241433
10.00-20.00
One of Bandung oldest record shops. It is also functioned as a concert ticket distribution place.
D.U. 68
Jl. Dipati Ukur No. 68
10.00-20.00
Famous for its secondhand records from many different genres (rock, pop, jazz, classic). This shop is also a place to buy and sell different records (cds, vinyls, and cassettes).
Zoe Books Corner
Jl. Pager Gunung No. 3
Telp. (022) 2500682
08.00-21.00
A bookshop, a record shop and a library. It was established to provide one stop shopping for books and records for music lovers. You can spend readng books while eating in the café that available just next to the books corner.
Clubs and Discotheques
Fame station
Jl. Sersan Bajuri No. 100
Telp. (022) 2004667
A club in the north part of the city. Experience unique atmosphere while clubbing in a cold and high area in Bandung.
North Sea
Jl. Braga No. 82
Telp. (022) 4208904
Many different varieties of live music all night, in the old area of the city.
Studio east
Jl. Cihampelas No. 129
Telp. (022) 2032001
Chaotic and a bit shabby, but lots of fun. It has already become a favorite club since early 90’s.
Amare
Jl. Sumatera No. 1
Telp. (022) 4224666
Lounge which has terrific interior, decoration, and holds various events. Enjoy top DJ’s from Jakarta every weekend and jazz musicians every Thursday night.
Concordia
Jl. Kiputih No. 12
Telp. (022) 2034149
Situated in one of the oldest club in Bandung, Bumi Sangkuriang. Concordia offers a wide open space and a swimming pool.
Kyooki
Jl. Braga No. 21
Telp. (022) 4203844
Japanese restaurant at daytime, and a club at night time.
Hyogen
Jl. Asia Afrika No. 116
Telp. (022) 4233022
Restaurant at daytime, and a nice lounge at night time. Commonly visited by youngsters to enjoy DJ performances and live bands.
Embassy
Jl. Cihampelas walk
Telp. (022) 2061156
One of the best clubs in the city. Feel the upbeat atmosphere and wonderful music by local and international DJs.
Art Spaces
Asia-Africa Culture Centre
Jl. Braga No. 1
Telp. (022) 4200507
09.00 – 19.00
A historical building which is a symbol of Bandung, next to the place where the Asian-African Conference was held. It usually holds events such as movie shows, exhibitions, or other events.
Rumentang Siang
Jl. Rumentang Siang No. 1
Telp. (022) 4233562
09.00 – 19.00
One of the eldest art spaces in Bandung. Since the early 20s, GK. Rumentang Siang has been a place for local artists to present their works.
Saung Angklung Udjo
Jl. Padasuka No. 118
Telp. (022) 7271714
10.00 – 19.00
A miniature of Sundanese village. Saung Angklung Udjo is a perfect place to see and experience a truly Sundanese atmosphere.
Gedung Kesenian Sunan Ambu
Jl. Bukit Dago Selatan No. 53ª
Telp. (022) 2504912
18.00 -23.00
An art space that belongs to STSI (Indonesia Art School). Many students’ works are performed regularly.
Yayasan Pusat Kebudayaan
Jl. Naripan No. 7
Telp. (022) 7206468
10.00 – 19.00
An art and cultural centre in the centre of the city. Functioned also as a place to learn traditional dances.
CCF
Jl. Purnawarman
Telp. (022) 4212418
10.00 – 19.00
A cultural art space belongs to the French Embassy. Regularly shows different performances from international and local artists.
Luxurious Hotels
Hyatt
Jl. Sumatera No.51
Telp. (022) 4211234
An international and luxurious in the high area of Bandung. The hotel is ideal for business meeting; it only takes 20 minutes to the airport and 10 minutes to the railway station by car
Grand Aquila
Jl. Dr. Djundjunan No. 116
Telp. (022) 2039280
Located in the in the entry point of Bandung, Jl. Pasteur, Grand Aquilla is accessible and it has great service. Papparazi club and Dragon Chinese restaurant are their main attractions.
Malya
Jl. Rancabentang No. 56
Telp. (022) 2030333
Located on the top of valley, Malya Bandung has spectacular views of the surrounding countryside and mountains beyond. The unique art deco style creates a magnificent experience that will be very memorable because of the beauty around the place.
Sheraton Bandung
Jl. Ir. H. Juanda
Telp. (022) 2500303
Situated on the slope of Dago Valley, Sheraton Bandung Hotel is surrounded by picturesque mountains and stunning city scenery. With a convenient location just minutes away from the main business district, an abundance of fresh mountain air, and resort-styled facilities, it’s easy to see why this hotel is one of the best places to stay in Bandung.
Historical Hotels
Bumi Asih
Jl. Cilamaya No.1
Telp. (022) 4201822
It was built by the Dutch in 1945. the hotel began its life as a pension Benvenuto. Today, much of its courtly grandeur has been fully restored, its original attraction is artfully accentuated and enhanced. The location is right next to the famous Gedung Sate building.
Preanger
Jl. Asia Afrika No. 81
Telp. (022) 4231631
Designed by C.P. Wollf Schoemaker, Preanger Hotel has unique architecture, inspired by the Architecture from South America and Europe. The Preanger Hotel is one of the unique and historic hotels.
Savoy Homann
Jl. Asia Afrika No. 112
Telp. (022) 4232244
The Savoy Homann Bidakara Hotel has been a part of Bandung tradition for over 100 years. Its facilities and services have been proven to generations of visitors and residents alike, and they welcome new guests who wish to take part in the Savoy’s personal tradition.
Bumi Sangkuriang
Jl. Kiputih No. 12
Telp. (022) 2034149
Is the first and the oldest guest house in Bandung. Built in 1919. Nowadays, Bumi Sangkuriang still remains as it was in the early days. This guest house also provides tennis court, a fitness centre, a restaurant and a swimming pool. Experience the nostalgic atmosphere in Bumi Sangkuriang while enjoying the facilities.