Bekantan Statue
Patung Bekantan
A roughly 6-metre bekantan (proboscis monkey) statue on the Martapura riverbank that spouts water from its mouth, Banjarmasin's most popular photo landmark.
The proboscis monkey is South Kalimantan's provincial mascot. In 2015 this giant statue was erected in the riverside park, depicting a proboscis monkey seated on the bank. It spouts water into the river at set times, and at night its lights change colour. The statue stands at the southern end of the riverside promenade, about 10 minutes' walk from the lookout tower, and the two can be visited together. Many roadside stalls nearby sell Banjar snacks. Entry is free, and it is busiest in the evening.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Sabilal Muhtadin Grand Mosque
- Siring Menara Pandang
- Wasaka Museum
- Soto Bang Amat
- Sultan Suriansyah Mosque
- Kembang Island
- Muara Kuin Floating Market
- Lok Baintan Floating Market