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Taman Siring Tower

Taman Siring Tower located on Martapura Riverbank, Banjarmasin (photo: Wisata Menara)
Taman Siring Tower
Taman Siring Tower is the iconic landmark of Banjarmasin city that you can’t miss. Located on the banks of Martapura River, this tower has a beautiful garden with a lot of tamarind trees buttressing it. Here visitors could see the beautiful urban landscape of Banjarmasin city while enjoying the delicious typical culinary spots on site. The park also serves as an important cultural centre for Banjarmasin urban society, which includes skateboarders, street musicians, breakdance group, and BMX freestyle communities. A floating dock is located on the other side of the tower. Here, Banjarmasin floating market is organized every Sunday morning.
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Taman Siring Tower
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