About Jakarta
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Jakarta is a dynamic capital city of the Republic of Indonesia, a country composed of more than 17,000 islands with a population of over 200 millions. Comprising more than 300 ethnic groups speaking 200 distinct languages and ...
Information About Jakarta
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Thingking of visiting Jakarta? These are some interesting information about Jakarta which may help you understand Jakarta better.
Geographic Location
Jakarta is located on a wide, flat alluvial plain on th...
Betawi Culture
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People and CultureThe City’s dominant populations are come from the surrounding areas of Java, Many parts of Sumatera, Bali and Sulawesi. Also making themselves known are those hailing from Papua, Indonesia’s most...
Indonesia Capital City
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GovernmentDue to its very extensive size and population, Jakarta has been given the status of province, similar to the other 33 provinces throughout Indonesia. As a province, Jakarta is headed by a Governor who is dir...
Visa To Visit Indonesia
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Passport and VisaCitizens of 11 countries will get the VISA FREE to visit Indonesia : Brunei Darussalam, Chile, Hong Kong, Macau, Malaysia, Morocco, Peru, Singapore, Thailand, The Philippines and Vietnam.Citizens of ...
Jakarta International Airport
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Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is located approximately 26 km west of the city, or about 30 minutes drive to the heart of the business district where many of the major hotels are located. International fl...
To Do In Jakarta
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If you are a new traveler to Jakarta, you may want to read this sectionJakarta Water & Food. What You must know! Communication, Electricity, Dressing, Credit Cards & Tipping.
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Jakarta Airport Transportation
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TaxiWhile most of the air-conditioned taxis in Jakarta are metered and will cost you Rp. 4,000 for the first km and Rp. 1,800 for each subsequent km, many taxi operators will try and do away with the meter if ...
Jakarta Public Transportation
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Intercity BusesJakarta has three major bus stations, all a long the way from the city center.
Kalideres Busses to the West of Jakarta leave from the Kalideres Bus Station, about 15 km from Monas. Catch pub...
Jakarta Train Schedule
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BoatTanjung Priok Harbour is located directly in the north of the city center services. Cargo ships as well as the national passenger services under the authority of National Shipping Company (PELNI). It has many serv...
Jakarta Tourist Attractions
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Enjoy JakartaJakarta is vibrant, friendly, with a fervent spirit and a lively outlook. Culture, style, history, adventure and sports are just a few of the elements of the city’s enticing persona. Getting to...
Taman Impian Jaya Ancol
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Taman Impian Jaya Ancol (Ancol Amusement Park)This vast 300 acres ocean-side park is Jakarta’s best entertainment complex for all ages. Daily live performances of sea animals supported with a safe lagoon for bo...
Kepulauan Seribu Resort
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Resort Kepulauan Seribu (Thousands Islands Resort)Located North of Jakarta in Java sea are stunning Thousands Islands (Pulau Seribu) Resort. You may easily access the resort by speedboat from the Ancol Marina Bay. Th...
Jakarta Theatres
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Cultural PerformancesJakarta has some excellent venues for traditional theatre, dance and music. Taman Ismail Marzuki, commonly known as T.I.M, is the show case for the arts of Jakarta. TIM is a theatre, gallery and arts in...
Sports In Jakarta
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Many of the stars rated hotels have fitness centers and pools, and some have tennis and squash courts. Ancol has a wide range of sporting facilities and the Gelora Bung Karno Sports Complex is the city s premier reasonable...
Beyond Jakarta
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Apart from Jakarta, there are also many interesting things you can do outside Jakarta. Spend some time to venture beyond the city and you will find stunning beaches with crystalline water, picturesque resorts and velvety moun...
Kemang Jakarta
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Kemang
A glimpse of Kemang area might remind you of Kuta street in Bali . Rows of unique art galleries, stylish houses in traditional designs, expatriate communities and a laid-back atmosphere, it all adds up to making Keman...
Sudirman Central Business District
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The Semanggi district, its name deriving from the intricately designed roads and bridges forming the shape of a four-leaved clover or ‘semanggi’ leaf, is the perfect example of how the human mind shape...
Tomang Jakarta
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The Tomang area is a busy gateway area filled with many different activities. Most people consider it merely a ‘passing-by’ area before going to the Taman Anggrek or Roxy trade center. What they didn’t know is, su...
Mangga Dua
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Welcome to one of the most paced up and packed up area in Jakarta. The Mangga Dua district has a lot to offer if you show that you’re really up to it. Beneath its dusty air and ferocious traffic, there are many hidden treasur...
Kawasan Pluit
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Pluit District
There are many theories surrounding the fact that many harbor cities are considered ‘tough’ and ‘merciless’. Some say that it is due to the many sailors or ship workers who had endured many obstacles...
Kelapa Gading Jakarta
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The modern world is laden with myths and prophecies, and their role in the game is not to be underestimated. That might explain the rapid development of Kelapa Gading District. From being a relatively untouched swamp...
Kebayoran Baru
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The District of Kebayoran Baru is home to a number of affluent and renowned neighborhoods. Probably the only district in Jakarta which follows the system of ‘blocks’, its attempts to change this trend into the more-common...
Cilandak Jakarta
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One of the greener districts in Jakarta, the Cilandak district had for long been the option of many for residence and finding tranquility. The area is not necessarily packed with hyperactive entertainment spots or soaring b...
Pondok Indah Jakarta
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The Pondok Indah district is a name to drop, if you're looking to generate awe and/ or envy. Jakarta dwellers are familiar with this place and what it represents. Whether positive or negative, there's always something t...
