Istana Gebang, Former presidential residence in Blitar City, Indonesia.
Istana Gebang is a palace complex in Blitar comprising a main residence, an arts building, a guesthouse, and staff accommodations arranged across the grounds. The structures feature traditional Indonesian architectural details integrated throughout the entire site.
This palace was built during the Dutch colonial period and served as the childhood home of Sukarno, Indonesia's first president. Sukarno went on to lead the nation through its independence movement and shape the country's future.
The Arts Hall within the palace grounds functions as a center for local artists to showcase traditional Javanese performances and creative works.
The site is easily accessible from central Blitar and features open walkways connecting the various buildings for visitor exploration. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as you will move between the different structures on foot.
A large mature tree grows in the center of the brick-paved courtyard, providing natural shade over a gathering space. The tree's size and position shaped how the surrounding pathways and terraces were designed around it.
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