Areas in Jakarta:

Jakarta

 

Jakarta is the Capital and largest city in Indonesia. The city has around 10 million inhabitants. The city was founded by the Dutch in the Colonial era, that’s why you can find many colonial buildings in the city, especially in the Kota Area.

 

National monument in Jakarta Monas Lapangan Merdeka

(The National Monument (Monas) at Lapangan Merdaka)

 

At the heart of the city at Lapangan Merdaka or Merdaka square you can find the National Monument. It is a great point to use as orientation in the city. Just south of the Merdaka lies Jalan Jaksa the main area for budget travelers.

 

History Museum in Kota Jakarta - Travel Guide Indonesia

(The History Museum in Kota Jakarta)

 

South of the Central Area in Jakarta you will find Selatan or the Central Business District in Jakarta. The business and shopping heart of the city.

 


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