Gedung
Merdeka means Independency Building in English. But it’s not like Indonesia’s
independency was declared there because it was clearly declared at Jakarta. At
the very beginning of its existence, this building was used as the cultural
center at the Dutch and Japanese colonization age. But then, it changed after
the independency, this building became the headquarters for fighters against
the Japanese troops.
This is
one of the most historical buildings, which is affecting not only Indonesia,
but also many other countries in the word because later at 1965, this building
became the venue to held the Asia Africa Conference, the very brilliant
conference about making Asia and Africa to be independent, without the western.
This building is the symbol of the willingness of Asia and Africa, the
realization that these two continents are incredibly rich and could be the
world’s new axis.
Today,
you can see the flags of these countries in the front of the building, standing
there with pride. Inside the building which is now called Asia Africa
Conference Museum, there are artifacts and historical items that will tell you
about the history of the conference and Indonesia’s independency in Bandung.
This
building is architecturally fascinating with the classic modern-deco design.
Although the items were displayed inside are not that attractive, the history
that lies inside is priceless.
Local Tips
Read more! Before
you come, do some research about Asia Africa conference so you could appreciate
more the meaning about the building.
Operational Hour
Tuesday-Sunday,
9:00-17:00
Price List
Free
Entrance
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