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The Submarine Monument is a decommissioned Indonesian Navy submarine located in Surabaya, Indonesia.

This monument preserves the KRI Pasopati 410, a Soviet-built Whiskey-class submarine, as a historical artifact.

Visual Characteristics

The monument consists of the actual submarine hull, painted in a dark grey, positioned on a concrete base. The submarine measures approximately 76 meters in length and 9 meters in width. Its exterior shows signs of weathering consistent with its operational history. The conning tower is a prominent feature, housing the bridge and periscopes.

Location & Access Logistics

The Submarine Monument is situated at Jalan Yos Sudarso, within the naval base area of Surabaya. It is approximately 3 kilometers northeast of the Surabaya city center. Access is via Jalan Yos Sudarso. Limited parking is available on-site for private vehicles. Public transport options include local buses that service the Yos Sudarso area; specific route numbers should be confirmed locally.

Historical & Ecological Origin

The KRI Pasopati 410 was built in the Soviet Union and commissioned into the Indonesian Navy in 1962. Its original purpose was naval defense and reconnaissance. It was decommissioned in 1990 and subsequently converted into a museum monument, inaugurated on September 15, 1995, to commemorate the Indonesian Navy's role in national defense.

Key Highlights & Activities

Visitors can enter the submarine and explore its interior compartments, including the control room, torpedo room, and crew quarters. Guided tours are available, providing detailed explanations of the submarine's operational systems and history. Photography inside the submarine is permitted.

Infrastructure & Amenities

Restrooms are available on-site. Limited shaded areas are present around the exterior of the monument. Cell phone signal (4G) is generally available. Food vendors are typically located outside the immediate monument area along Jalan Yos Sudarso.

Best Time to Visit

The best time of day to visit for photography is during the morning hours (08:00-10:00) or late afternoon (15:00-17:00) to avoid direct overhead sunlight. The best months for weather are generally during the dry season, from May to September. There are no tide-dependent restrictions for visiting.

Facts & Legends

A notable historical detail is that the KRI Pasopati 410 was involved in Operation Trikora, the campaign to reclaim West Irian (now Papua) from Dutch control. Local lore suggests that the submarine's spirit still guards the waters it once patrolled.

Nearby Landmarks

• Sampoerna Museum (1.2km Southwest)
• House of Sampoerna (1.2km Southwest)
• Tugu Pahlawan (Heroes Monument) (1.5km Southwest)
• Surabaya City Hall (2.0km Southwest)
• Ampel Mosque (2.5km South)