Every community has their own struggles in the pursuit of their liberty and happiness. The people of West Java are no exception. The photo for my participation in the Skywatch Friday today is that of Monumen Perjuangan Rakyat Jawa Barat (or Monument for The Struggles of The West Javanese People).
Erected as a tribute to the heroic stuggles of West Javanese people (as part of Indonesia) to regain their indipendence from their colonial rulers, this monument is one of Bandung's most symbolic landmarks. It is located to the north of Gedung Sate (West Java gubernatorial office mansion). Both are linked in a straightline North - South axis by the Gasibu Square and a plaza, with Gedung Sate marking the southernmost point and the monument the northernmost point. Facing north, a person sitting at Gedung Sate can see the monument and Mt. Tangkuban Parahu (literally means: capsized boat) behind it.
Today's photograph is a partial view of the monument. I'll post some more photos of it and the plaza tomorrow. Have a nice Skywatch Friday!
Fantastic photo, thanks so much for visiting my site as well
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Nice catch for skywatch! Happy weekend! Mine's up too hope you can visit my corner too...
ReplyDeleteGreat shot for Skywatch!
ReplyDeleteIt's a beautiful monument.
Skywatch from Juinagar Bridge
That's very strong architecture, interesting shot.
ReplyDeleteEki..great post for Sky Watch! It really is true that freedom is not free...
ReplyDeleteGreat angle, congratulations.
ReplyDeleteEki, this is masterful work. I love everything about this shot from the interesting architecture to the juxtaposed soft clouds.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to seeing more pictures of this place. The structures are inspirational even without knowing their significance, but even more so with the backstory.
A fantastic and beautiful shot! I'm looking forward to see your shot next friday:)
ReplyDeleteHave fun:)
What a grand pic! A wonderful tribute to West Java!
ReplyDeletethank you for explaining the monument. it reached up to touch the lovely sky. love the angle you achieved :)
ReplyDeleteThis is a great photo and thank you for telling it's reason for being there, a wonderful tribute.
ReplyDeleteGreat image of a great monument. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteOne thing I do miss from the UK are cityscapes. This is a majesctic shot. Those building curlinag round to grasp the sky and the history as always are wonderful. You have really put Bandung on the map.
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ReplyDeleteExcellent Sky Watch... and most interesting to learn for your posting.
Gorgeous shot, the buildings are stunning - a perfect tribute to the memory of a struggling people. Beautiful clouds as a backdrop. Very nice post.
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