Lawang Sewu is a relic of ancient Dutch building that was built in 1904. This building was originally the headquarters for the railroad (tram) Dutch colonizers or Nederlandsch Indishe Spoorweg Naatschappij (NIS). This building has an art deco style (1850-1940), the work of renowned Dutch architect Prof. Jacob F Klinkhamer and BJ Queendag. Lawang Sewu located on the east side of Tugu Muda Semarang.
The main building of three floors Lawang Sewu building has two wings extending to the right and left. when you get in to the main building, you will find a large staircase to the second floor. In between there is a large glass staircase shows an image of two young Dutch woman made of glass. All the structures of buildings, doors and windows adapting Dutch architectural style. With all the exoticism and beauty Lawang Sewu is one beautiful place to visit and take some pictures with your family or friends.
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