Sejarah Kabupaten Surabaya - Keraton, Raja Kecil, hingga Bupati Kembar

Summary

The video explores the historical transformation of Surabaya, highlighting the shift of the district's name to Gresik in 1974 under the leadership of Bupati Kolonel and the local legislative council. The change was driven by psychological and administrative reasons, with the government center relocating to Gresik. The former Surabaya district center in Genteng Kali was repurposed as Taman Budaya Jawa Timur, a cultural heritage center. Additionally, Pendopo, Surabaya’s former administrative headquarters, was renamed Pendopo Jayengrono to honor Kiai Adipati Jayengrono, a prominent 18th-century leader of Surabaya.

Takeaways

• 😀 The story outlines the transformation of Surabaya into Gresik in 1974 due to psychological reasons and the support from local government figures.
• 😀 The name change was formalized through Government Regulation No. 38/1974.
• 😀 The relocation of Surabaya's administration from Genteng Kali to Gresik was part of the larger shift of the county's governance.
• 😀 The administrative complex in Genteng Kali was transferred to the East Java provincial government after the capital was moved.
• 😀 The Genteng Kali complex was repurposed as the Taman Budaya Jawa Timur, dedicated to the preservation and development of art and culture.
• 😀 Pendopo Surabaya, the historical building in Genteng Kali, was later renamed Pendopo Jayengrono.
• 😀 The renaming of Pendopo Jayengrono honors Kiai Adipati Jayengrono, a prominent leader in Surabaya in the 18th century.
• 😀 The decision to rename Surabaya and shift the capital was made during the rule of Bupati Kolonel and was endorsed by the local council of Surabaya.
• 😀 The name change of Surabaya to Gresik was seen as a psychological move to differentiate the administration from the city of Surabaya.
• 😀 Pendopo Jayengrono, after being renamed, became a symbol of Surabaya's cultural heritage and connection to its historical figures.

Q & A

What prompted the name change from Surabaya to Gresik in 1974?

The name change from Surabaya to Gresik was proposed for psychological reasons to create a distinct identity for the region. This change received support from the Bupati of Surabaya and the Governor of East Java.

Who was responsible for the proposal to rename Surabaya to Gresik?

The proposal to rename Surabaya to Gresik was made by the Bupati Kolonel and the Regional People's Representative Council (Dewan Perwakilan Rakyat Daerah).

How did the government of East Java react to the proposal?

The proposal to change the name was supported by both the Bupati of Surabaya and the Governor of East Java.

What law formalized the name change from Surabaya to Gresik?

The name change was formalized through the Indonesian Government Regulation No. 38 of 1974.

Where was the Bupati's office and residence moved after the name change?

Following the name change, the Bupati's office and residence were moved to Gresik, along with other governmental departments.

What happened to the administrative center in Genteng Kali, Surabaya, after the relocation?

The administrative center in Genteng Kali, Surabaya, was handed over to the East Java Provincial Government and became the Taman Budaya Jawa Timur (East Java Cultural Park).

What is the significance of Pendopo Jayengrono?

Pendopo Jayengrono, located in the former administrative complex, was named in honor of Kiai Adipati Jayengrono, a legendary 18th-century leader of Surabaya.

Who was Kiai Adipati Jayengrono and why is he important?

Kiai Adipati Jayengrono was a prominent 18th-century leader in Surabaya, and the naming of Pendopo Jayengrono honors his legacy and contributions to the region.

What is the current function of the former Pendopo Kabupaten Surabaya building?

The building, now named Pendopo Jayengrono, serves as a cultural and historical site, part of the Taman Budaya Jawa Timur, which focuses on the preservation and development of arts and culture.

What was the main reason behind the decision to move the administrative functions from Surabaya to Gresik?

The move was part of the plan to reorganize and establish a more distinct identity for Gresik, aligning the administrative center with the new name and allowing Gresik to function independently from Surabaya.