Chicken Church

Overview

The Chicken Church, or Gereja Ayam, is a unique and somewhat eerie church shaped like a giant chicken. This abandoned structure is a popular tourist attraction in East Java, known for its quirky design and intriguing history.

Its unique design and mysterious abandonment make it a cultural landmark.

Architecture Historical

Location

Address

Coordinates: -7.60550723786154, 110.18048399530085

Neighborhood: Trawas

Coordinates

-7.605507, 110.180484

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

saturday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

sunday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults

IDR 10,000

Children

IDR 5,000

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

April-June, September-October

Best Time of Day

Early morning

Fewer crowds and cooler temperatures

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2-3 hours

Full Experience

Half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

Warm and dry

• Lush greenery
• Cool temperatures

summer

Hot and humid

• Rainy season scenery

autumn

Warm and dry

• Cooler temperatures
• Clear skies

winter

Hot and humid

• Holiday decorations

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Wear comfortable shoes
Bring water
Check the weather

What to Bring

essential

Water Comfortable shoes Camera

seasonal

Umbrella Rain jacket

not allowed

Drones Large bags

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: Moderate

• Uneven surfaces

Medical facilities: Basic first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

Cash, Credit cards

Currency

Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)

Typical Costs

entry IDR 10,000

parking IDR 5,000

food IDR 20,000

souvenirs IDR 30,000

Dress Code

Casual, Comfortable clothing and shoes, Walking shoes, Inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 1 week
• Official website
• 24 hours
• Available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Mojokerto Tourism

Size: 30 MB

Features: Map, Information, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center

Charging Stations: Limited availability

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Juanda International Airport

Distance: 100 km

Travel Time: 2.5 hours

taxi

IDR 500,000 2.5 hours

public_transport

IDR 50,000 3 hours

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

taxi

IDR 50,000 15 min

bus

IDR 10,000 20 min

bike

IDR 5,000 25 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Unique landmark and local pride

Historical Significance: Built as a tourist attraction but abandoned due to financial issues

Insider Tips

Best views from the back
Local food stalls nearby

Local Recommendations

• Try local street food
• Visit nearby Trowulan archaeological site

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Halo

thank_you Terima kasih

where_is Di mana

how_much Berapa

beautiful Indah

ticket Tiket

Guide Languages: Indonesian, English

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle for the full effect

Result: Great shot of the chicken structure

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Photography Rules

allowed areas Outdoor areas

prohibited areas Inside the church

flash photography Not allowed

commercial photography Permit needed

drone policy Prohibited

tripod policy Restricted

selfie sticks Allowed

Nearby Attractions

Trowulan Archaeological Site

Distance: 5km

Walking: 1 hour

Type: Historical

Tunggul Wulan

Distance: 3km

Walking: 40 min

Type: Historical

Reviews

4.2

Based on 500 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Visit early"
"Bring water"
"Great for photos"

Contact Information

+62 341 514440

info@mojokertotourism.com

www.mojokertotourism.com

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