Top 4 Historical Sites in North Kalimantan

Curated list of the top historical sites in North Kalimantan — with locations, descriptions, and tips.

North Kalimantan is one of Indonesia's 38 provinces. This list collects 4 of the best historical sites curated by the GeoKepo editorial team, drawn from our database of points of interest across all 514 regencies and cities.

Each entry below links to the full destination profile, including key facts (opening hours, entrance fees, contact), historical context, and visiting tips. The list is ranked alphabetically — pick the ones that match your trip plan.

  1. Australia and Indonesia Association Monument

    Tarakan · North Kalimantan

    This monument was erected to commemorate the landing of Allied troops, particularly the Australian 9th Division, during the liberation of Tarakan from Japanese occupation in 1945. The site serves as an important reminder of the island's strategic role in the Pacific War theater.

    Hours
    24 Jam
    Entry
    Gratis
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  2. Bulungan Sultanate Museum

    Bulungan · North Kalimantan

    Standing majestically as a replica of the Bulungan Sultanate palace destroyed in the past, this museum holds the memory of the monarchy's glory in North Kalimantan. Visitors can see collections of thrones, traditional attire, and historical photographs that tell the lineage of th…

    Hours
    Selasa - Minggu, 08:00 - 16:00
    Entry
    Sukarela / Donasi
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  3. Rumah Bundar Museum

    Tarakan · North Kalimantan

    This unique museum occupies a building left by Australian soldiers from 1945, featuring a distinctive arched roof. Inside, visitors can see World War II artifacts, including weapons, old currency, and documentary photos of Tarakan's history as an oil city.

    Hours
    Senin - Sabtu, 08:00 - 16:00
    Entry
    Gratis (Donasi sukarela)
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  4. Rumah Dua Negara

    Nunukan · North Kalimantan

    This unique destination is a residential house that stands precisely on the border line between Indonesia and Malaysia. Visitors can experience the sensation of crossing countries simply by walking from the living room to the kitchen, making it a rare social and geographical phen…

    Hours
    Setiap hari, 08:00 - 17:00 (Izin pemilik rumah)
    Entry
    Sukarela
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