Kediri
Jawa, Indonesia
About Kediri
Kediri is a city in East Java, located between Malang and Nganjuk in the Brantas River valley. It is the home base of Gudang Garam, one of Indonesia's largest kretek (clove cigarette) companies. The city has a relaxed pace and is a gateway to the Mount Kelud volcano and the Simpang Lima Gumul monument.
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By train
Kediri Station has trains from Surabaya (2 hours), Malang (1.5 hours), Yogyakarta, and Jakarta.
By bus
Buses connect to Malang, Surabaya, Tulungagung, and other East Java cities.
Things to do
The Simpang Lima Gumul monument — a massive replica of the Arc de Triomphe. The Kampung Inggris (English Village) in Pare, a language learning hub attracting students from across Indonesia. The Mount Kelud crater lake. The Grojogan Sewu waterfall.
Visit the Simpang Lima Gumul. Explore the Pare English Village phenomenon. Hike Mount Kelud (check volcanic conditions).
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Tahu Kediri (local tofu preparations), nasi pecel, and soto are common.
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Budget to mid-range hotels available.
What to buy
Kediri is known for its tahu (tofu) products and crackers.
Go next
Malang is 1.5 hours south. Tulungagung's beaches are 1 hour south. Surabaya is 2 hours north.
Nearby in Jawa
More places to explore around Kediri.
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