Visiting Museums in Bandung

Well, I would like to share to you about my Jalan-Jalan with my LPDP Family. We went to several museums in Bandung, East Java. I have no family here, and LPDP Family covered me as a family. We are connected by the same visison and mission to be able to improve and advance our beloved country. Despite we are different majors, it does not mean that we cannot stay forward. Whatever posistions, profession, we can contribute to push forward Indonesia. Therefore, want to make a bonding family by jalan-jalan together to the city.

We gathered in front of the gate at 08.00 am.Yet, I was very late to come to the meeting point. Many of my friends looked at me strangely as if I was crazy late. Then, we took a bus in the Ledeng terminal which is near the gate. The bus is affordable price that is only five thousands rupiahs. As you know that the traffic in Bandung is untolerable , sometimes, it gets us so bored and sometimes, it gets us so fast. It depends on the time we left. I saw all people were so happy that we could go together.

The first destination was Alun-Alun. It is actually located in Jalan Asia Afrika. However, we were dropped by bus in jalan Otois which is near the mosque. It was not too far, so we walked to the Alun-Alun. The Alun-Alun was very clean. It was made of green fabric grass. So people could enjoy there without any worry about the dirtiness. But, make sure that you put off your sandal or shoes in the side of the yard. With the good brackground of the mosque and the beautiful park, many people tend to almost take a picture with their family or friends. Kids can play football or kites in the yard. In the side of the yard, there are seats for people who wants to have a meal. The notice is that visitor may not litter in the place.

Then, we continued our to the Konferensi Asia Afrika Museum. It is near from the Alun-alun. We just need to walk accross to get there. The museum is free to enter, yet, we must confirm to the front office to get our name checked. We can see how powerful Indonesia in 1955 to bravely conduct such event and would inspire many countries to have the independence. We could see the things used at that time, from the camera up to the hall for the conference. One of the guide told us that by visiting the museum, it was suggested  not only taking selfpicture but also understanding the historical event.

The day was hot, but my friends were strong to have the next destination. I wore sunglasses to protect the sunlight. The following place was Museum of Siliwangi which exhibit the national army of Indonesia had a battle with the rebel. The museum showed the things related to the war and several paintings were exhibited. According to me, that place needs to be renovate since it is an out of date musem. It could be seen from the building the display management. The renovation is prominent for attracting people, especially for the youngsters to come to the museum. The ticket is based oon our capibility, at that time, we only paid fifty thousands for more than ten people. It was quite cheap. Therefore, its management must be improved well.

Before we went ot the Geology Museum, we had a lunch together in the Soto Semarang. It was very delicious to have. The price was also affordable. We took a Grab Car to the museum because it is cheap for many people.

The museum was very modern. It could be seen from the display and video related to the geology of Indonesia. The building has two floors. the first floor is for stones and earth. The second floor is for energy and disasters. I also saw that the historic city of Bandung in the ancient era. Bandung city which is surrounded by hill actually a lake. It is amazing!

The last destination was Gedung Sate which is one of the historical and prominent building in West Java. The governor sits there. Many people took a memorial photograph there. It has also water fountain which is so wonderful. However, photographer must be careful since the street is always crowded.

All in all, I was very glad to be able to gather with them. Though they are not my relative, but we are connected like family. Beside that, this jalan jalan is important for us, as new student, to improve our energy of Indonesia.