Semarang City

Semarang is the capital city of Central Java, Indonesia. It is famous for the numerous historical places. Tugu Muda monument is one such important place in Semarang which deserves to be Imentioned. This place is indeed a must see for all those who come to visit the place.

Tugu Muda monument is a very important place in Semarang and people visiting Semarang flock to Tugu Muda to catch a glimpse of this fascinating place. This place is one of the most fascinating places here and one cannot simply afford to miss the place. Tugu Muda is located westward of the Simpang Lima which is one of the 5 streets crossing Simpang Lima. This is located at the heart of Semarang city. Tugu Muda monument is the Youth Monument instituted to commemorate the heroic fight for independence. It is a very important tourist destination in Semarang.

Tugu Muda is a very important place and there are numerous buildings around Tugu Muda which are actually landmarks in their own rights. The most important one among the famous buildings is the Lawang Sewu or Thousand Windows and the name derives itself from the fact that the place has many windows. The buildings were used as the Japanese Army's headquarter.