Jakarta, the largest city in Indonesia and its capital, offers a rich historical narrative spanning ancient times, kingdoms, colonial periods, and business developments. A stroll through Chinatown leads to the Old Town of Jakarta, once known as Batavia, which was established by the Dutch governor following the era of the Jayakarta kingdom.
Jakarta, the largest city in Indonesia and its capital, offers a rich historical narrative spanning ancient times, kingdoms, colonial periods, and business developments. A stroll through Chinatown leads to the Old Town of Jakarta, once known as Batavia, which was established by the Dutch governor following the era of the Jayakarta kingdom.
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National Museum - Situated at Jalan Merdeka Barat 12, Central Jakarta, the National Museum of Indonesia is also referred to as the Elephant Museum.
Why is it called the Elephant Museum?
A bronze elephant statue graces its front yard, a gift from King Chulalongkorn of Thailand in 1871. - Glodok Chinatown - Jakarta’s Chinatown, known as Glodok,…
- National Museum - Situated at Jalan Merdeka Barat 12, Central Jakarta, the National Museum of Indonesia is also referred to as the Elephant Museum.
Why is it called the Elephant Museum?
A bronze elephant statue graces its front yard, a gift from King Chulalongkorn of Thailand in 1871.
- Glodok Chinatown - Jakarta’s Chinatown, known as Glodok, predates Indonesia’s formation as a nation and was originally Batavia’s Chinatown. The Dutch designated this area for Chinese residents. Today, Glodok features traditional houses, markets, architecture, and stunning Chinese temples.
- Jakarta Old Town - Also called Kota Tua Jakarta, this historic area in Jakarta, Indonesia, attracts tourists interested in the city’s rich history and culture.
- Sunda Kelapa Harbour - This historical harbor in Jakarta, located at the mouth of the Ciliwung River in Penjaringan District, North Jakarta, serves as a hub for trade and cultural exchange in the archipelago.
- Istiqlal Mosque - As Indonesia’s national mosque and the largest in Southeast Asia, the Istiqlal Mosque is located in Central Jakarta, adjacent to Merdeka Square. Its name translates to “independence” in Arabic.
- Jakarta Cathedral - This Roman Catholic cathedral in Jakarta, Indonesia, is a notable city landmark and a favored tourist spot. It is renowned for its neo-Gothic architecture, stained-glass windows, and lofty ceilings.
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- Makutharama Puppet Studio - A Javanese historical puppet studio.
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- Private transportation
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tipping is optional
- Tipping is optional
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