Bung Karno Seclusion House, Historic exile residence in Bengkulu, Indonesia.
The Bung Karno Seclusion House is a two-story wooden building in Bengkulu that served as a residence during political exile and now functions as a museum. Its rooms preserve original furniture, documents and personal belongings from that period under colonial supervision.
From 1934 to 1938, Sukarno lived here under Dutch colonial supervision in political exile. These years shaped his thinking on Indonesian independence, which later led to the founding of the republic.
The building still carries traces of its political importance and shows rooms where key ideas about Indonesian freedom took shape. Visitors today see desks, bookshelves and personal objects that make the daily routine of a politician under house arrest tangible.
Guided tours explain the meaning of the rooms and exhibits, usually in Indonesian but often with English available. Exploring takes about an hour and suits visitors interested in political history.
A small garden behind the house shows plants that Sukarno himself cultivated during his confinement. This green space helped him endure the long days of isolation and find strength.
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