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Jakarta

Special Capital Region of JakartaJavaCities

Indonesia's sprawling megacity, from the old port of Batavia to its modern skyline.

Jakarta grew from the port of Sunda Kelapa into the Dutch colonial capital Batavia and then into one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world.

Kota Tua keeps the colonial old town, the National Monument (Monas) marks independence, and food streets and cafés reflect the whole archipelago.

Good to know

  • Kota Tua old town
  • National Monument (Monas)
  • Food from every province

Planning a visit

Time needed
About 3 h
Best time of day
afternoon
Relative cost
Low cost

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