Top 3 Historical Sites in Central Papua
Curated list of the top historical sites in Central Papua — with locations, descriptions, and tips.
Central Papua is one of Indonesia's 38 provinces. This list collects 3 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.
Cipanas Presidential Palace
Puncak · Central Papua
This historic building, established in 1740, is an official presidential rest house with elegant colonial-style architecture. Located at an altitude of 1,100 meters above sea level, the palace is surrounded by neat gardens and has a healthy natural hot spring.
- Hours
- Senin - Jumat, dengan perjanjian sebelumnya
- Entry
- Gratis (memerlukan izin resmi)
Enarotali Airfield
Paniai · Central Papua
This airport is a historical relic built since the Dutch colonial era to open access to the mountainous interior. Located right on the edge of the lake, this runway offers a dramatic landing experience with stunning natural scenery.
- Hours
- Sesuai Jadwal Penerbangan
- Entry
- Khusus Penumpang
Sugapa Catholic Church
Intan Jaya Regency · Central Papua
This church is one of the most historic buildings in Intan Jaya, symbolizing the arrival of modern civilization and the spread of religion in the mountainous region. Its simple yet dignified architecture makes it a center for social and spiritual activities highly respected by th…
- Hours
- Setiap hari, 08:00 - 17:00
- Entry
- Gratis