Tembalang

Tembalang is a district in Semarang composed of twelve neighborhoods with diverse residential areas. It features multiple educational institutions alongside housing and is shaped by gently rolling terrain.

The district's name comes from a historical incident involving an inspection of a spring that eventually dried up. Water sources played an important role in how the area first developed and was settled.

This district is home to major universities and colleges that shape daily life and community spaces. Students and academic activities are a visible part of the neighborhood's character and rhythm.

The district is accessible via several main roads and has varying elevation due to its hilly landscape. Visitors should be prepared for inclines when exploring and allow time to walk between different areas.

The area has a quirky origin story tied to efforts to manage a natural spring that locals once struggled to control. Walking through the district today, you can still notice how water sources influenced where buildings were originally placed.

Location: Semarang City

Elevation above the sea: 104 m

GPS coordinates: -7.04472,110.45639

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:20