MOJOKERTO
Mojokerto regency formed as Stage menthe based a governor J. Van Limburgstirum decision on 20 Junes 1918, Staatblad in 1918 Numbers 324. Then at Japan epoch, Mojokerto regency was having status, as 'sidi'. Sie Cok and Sie Sangikat who had its proxy beside proxy from Mojokerto area held the Government. In 1945 - 1950, the Mojokerto regency Government has executes the government become the part of Mojokerto regency government and governed by a proxy mayor beside the area national committee. At that time, the Mojokerto Regent has double duty to become a mayor and the member of Indonesia national committee.

Trowulan
According to the historical note and some epigraphs which can be trusted show that the center of Mojopahit Kingdom was located at area of Mojokerto, exactly at Trowulan. The surroundings of Trowulan village are believed to be the site of the ancient capital of Majapahit. Archaeological excavations in the area have recovered many terra-cotta ornaments, statues, pottery and stone carvings, which are displayed at the Trowulan Museum. The map in the museum is a guide to nearby sites of historical interest. There are museum and remains of Majapahit Empire in Trowulan.

Mojokerto City
This City is located between 112028' East Longitude and between 7033' South. The area of Mojokerto City is about 16,46 km2. Mojokerto City consists of 2 districts and 18 villages. A place where the biggest kingdom in Indonesia even south East Asia had been established namely Mojopahit kingdom, and all former sites can be found around Mojokerto city. (South direction from surabaya +/- 50 km).

Bekucuk Natural Fire
Bekucuk natural fire is an ancient well. its location is at Bekucuk sub-village, Tempuran village, Sooko district, about 2 km West side of Mojokerto city. It release natural gas with fire. The fire can reach 10 m height. The fire is unique because it can be off and on.

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