About Siger Tower
Siger Tower (Menara Siger) is an iconic 32-meter landmark tower on Bukit Gamping hill in Bakauheni, South Lampung, Lampung. Shaped like the siger, the traditional golden crown of Lampung, it serves as the gateway and zero-kilometer point of Sumatra near Bakauheni Port and the Sunda Strait. The nine-story tower functions as a cultural icon, observation point, and tourist attraction offering panoramic coastal views.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a distinctive tower shaped like the Lampung siger crown, painted in golden yellow and red, standing on a hilltop overlooking Bakauheni Port and the Sunda Strait. Inside are multiple floors with exhibition spaces, cultural ornaments, and observation decks. Outside, there are open plazas, photo spots, and viewpoints for watching ships, coastline, and sunset. The surrounding area includes parking, food stalls, and landscaped grounds.
Key highlights
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32-meter tower shaped like the traditional Lampung siger crown
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Panoramic views of Bakauheni Port and Sunda Strait from hilltop location
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Recognized as the zero-kilometer point and gateway of Sumatra
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Nine floors with cultural exhibits and observation decks
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Popular sunset and photography spot overlooking the strait
History of Siger Tower
Initiated by the Lampung provincial government under Governor Sjachroedin Z.P. with construction starting in 2005 and initial inauguration in 2008. The tower was developed as a new icon for Lampung Province and a landmark marking the southern gateway to Sumatra. Major renovation and revitalization was completed around 2019-2022 to develop it as a managed tourist destination.
Culture & Context
The tower is shaped like the siger, the traditional headdress and crown worn by Lampung women, symbolizing Lampung cultural identity, hospitality, and unity. It serves as a cultural landmark representing the province's heritage and is used as a symbol of Lampung in tourism promotion.
Route
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