Keraton Surosowan, Royal palace complex in Serang City, Indonesia.
Keraton Surosowan is a royal palace complex in Serang that covers about 3 hectares and is enclosed by 2-meter-high walls with bastions at each corner. The site contains several ceremonial buildings, gardens, and residential areas that are now partially visible as ruins.
The palace was founded in 1526 under Sultan Maulana Hasanuddin and shaped the region's history from that time onward. Later, Dutch architectural features were added, reflecting the changing control of the area.
The palace design blends Indonesian and Islamic building styles, visible in the arrangement of halls and gardens that made up the royal complex. The central Rara Denok pool served as a gathering place for court ceremonies and daily life.
The site is open to visitors from early morning through the afternoon, with basic paths for exploring the ruins. It is helpful to wear comfortable shoes and bring water, as the grounds offer limited shade.
The palace was supplied by a sophisticated water system that carried water from Tasikardi Lake, located two kilometers away, to feed the royal baths. This engineering achievement reveals the sophistication of the era's construction and technical skills.
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