EXPLORING SURABAYA 🇮🇩 | City of Heroes, History & Traditional Indonesian Food

I'm in East Java, Surabaya, known as the City of Heroes (Kota Pahlawan). This is one of Indonesia’s most historic and vibrant cities. In this video, I take you on a journey through Surabaya’s rich colonial history, cultural heritage, and iconic local cuisine. 📍 In this Surabaya travel vlog, I visit: • 10 November Museum (Museum Sepuluh Nopember) – a powerful historical landmark dedicated to Indonesia’s independence heroes • Hotel Majapahit – a legendary colonial-era hotel where Indonesia’s flag history was made • Kampung Ketandan – Surabaya’s historic Chinatown, full of heritage, colour, and local life • Tunjungan 39 – dining on traditional Indonesian food, including 🍛 Nasi Padang Daun Jati 🍲 Sop Oyong (Indonesian luffa soup) This episode highlights why Surabaya plays such a vital role in Indonesia’s independence story, while also showcasing authentic Indonesian heritage dining in the heart of the city. If you’re planning to travel to Surabaya, interested in Indonesian history, or searching for the best traditional food in East Java, this video is for you. 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment if you enjoy cultural travel, historical landmarks, and exploring Indonesian cuisine! #surabaya #java #eastjava #indonesia #pahlawan #pahlawanrevolusi #majapahit #nasipadang #tunjungan Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:24 Museum Sepuluh Nopember 04:57 Hotel Majapahit 06:38 Kampung Wisata Ketandan 12:51 Tunjungan 39 Restaurant 📍 Locations visited: • Surabaya: https://maps.app.goo.gl/xDWqZYh7NXsPK... • Museum Sepuluh Nopember: https://maps.app.goo.gl/DQkKgRrJdPX3A... • Hotel Majapahit: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fTMniwzZfChF6... • Kampung Wisata Ketandan: https://maps.app.goo.gl/YDNFJqjXffnW9... • Tunjungan 39 Restaurant: https://maps.app.goo.gl/CMqMtUyvY7gGY... 👉 Watch all my Indonesian videos:    • Indonesia travel   ☕ Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hussmeis... About me - Hi I'm Sam from Melbourne, Australia. I grew tired of working 9-5, packed my bag and started to travel more to see the world. I've always loved traveling, experiencing new cultures and customs and meeting new people! The difference this time is that I have decided to document all of my interactions so when I'm older, I can re-live my memories. Memories are forever. Subscribe to follow me on my travels. If you have any questions about this video please comment below. Note: Reference to any products, services, processes, links to third parties or trade name, trademark, manufacturer, supplier or otherwise does not constitute or imply its endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation by me. I am just vlogging about my experience.