Banjarmasin Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in South Kalimantan Province, Indonesia
About Banjarmasin
The official founding date of the city is 24 September 1526, but its history is older than that. From the time of the ancient kingdom of Nan Serunai, to the Buddhist kingdom of Tanjungpuri and the Hindu kingdom Negara Dipa and its successor Negara Daha, the rivers of Southern Kalimantan have always been a favorite spot of the Malay people. That’s why Banjarmasin's old name was “Bandar Masih”, meaning the port of the Malay in Dayak Bukit dialect. In the chaotic time of civil war between the rightful heir of Negara Daha, Pangeran Samudera, and his uncle, Pangeran Samudera was forced to flee for his life. At this time, Bandar Masih received him warmly, stopped paying tribute to his uncle and supported Pangeran Samudera’s fight to get his throne back. When his uncle finally surrendered, Panger
Top Attractions in Banjarmasin
Explore the best things to see and do in Banjarmasin:
- ★Jahri Saleh Zoo
- ★Masjid Raya Sabilal Muhtadin
- ★Masjid Sultan Suriansyah
- ★Menara Pandang Banjarmasin
- ★Museum Waja Sampai Ka Puting
- ★Pasar Terapung Siring Banjarmasin
- ★Siring Martapura River Park/Bekantan Statue
- ★Waterboom Alfin
Where to Stay in Banjarmasin
- 🏨Best Western Kindai Hotel
- 🏨Citra Raya Hotel
- 🏨City Home
- 🏨Golden Tulip Galaxy Hotel
- 🏨Hotel Roditha Banjarmasin
- 🏨Hotel Victoria
Banjarmasin Travel Guide Sections
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