Jakarta
Jakarta is the capital of Indonesia and one of Asia's most cosmopolitan cities. Located on the north west coast of Java, it is the cultural, economic and political center of Indonesia. Experience Jakarta's rich history and diverse culture, start from the center of Jakarta where you can find the most popular attractions such as the Selamat Datang Monument, the Merdeka Palace, the National Museum, the Jakarta Cathedral, and the Istiqlal Mosque. Some of the most luxurious hotels and prestigious shopping malls are also located right in the center of Jakarta. Here you can enjoy the excitement of Jakarta 24 hours a day! It is well-known that Indonesia is made up of over 17,000 islands, so if you want to get an overview of this country, the best way is to head for the Taman Mini Indonesia Indah. This is park where you can learn everything about the local culture and the traditions of this whole country. Jakarta is a tropical city with year-round temperatures of about 28°C. Try to avoid visiting the city during the rainy season.
Official Language: Indonesia
Currency: Indonesian rupiah (IDR)
Time Zone: UTC+7
Calling Code: +62
Monumen Selamat Datang
Address: Jl. Kebon Melati 1No.5, RT.1/RW.5, Menteng, Kec. Menteng, Central Jakarta 10310 Indonesia
Official Website: N/A
The National Museum
Address: Jl. Medan Merdeka Barat no 12, Central Jakarta, Indonesia
Official Website: https://www.museumnasional.or.id/
Museum Bank Indonesia
Address: Jl. Pintu Besar Utara No.3, West Jakarta, Indonesia
Official Website: https://www.bi.go.id/tentang-bi/museum/
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