The second largest city in the country attracts travelers with colorful entertainment venues, upscale restaurants, shops and amazing sights. The must see site is a lovely church of Gereja Perawan Maria Tak Berdosa, the oldest religious building in the city. The old building is decorated with sophisticated stained-glass windows. There is always a wonderful soothing atmosphere in the church.
Constructions of the colonial period have also preserved in the city, a shining example of them is Sempoerna. The large-scale construction hosts the most famous art museum in the city, the Museum Sempoerna. Several attractive gift shops and cafes are also housed within its walls.
A trip to the mosque Masjid Al Akbar Surabaya would be an unforgettable experience; the height of this massive edifice is 65 meters. The mosque is one of the largest buildings in South-East Asia. Its dome is equipped with an excellent viewing platform for curious tourists. Today, visitors can climb to the platform using an elevator and appreciate a panoramic view of the city.
Age of many city attractions is relatively small, but they have quickly gained international fame. The largest spiral bridge in the country, Suramadu National Bridge, is situated in Surabaya. The amazingly beautiful spiral bridge connects the city with the island of Madura. It looks particularly impressive at night.
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