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Send this to your travel buddy 🤙 Did you know Indonesia has a HUGE capital city? 🌆 There's so much more to Indonesia than just Bali! Jakarta's less than 5hrs with AirAsia ✈️ from Perth. East Java is home to: 💧 ⛰️ 🌋 Waterfalls, mountains, volcanoes West Java is home to Jakarta the huge capital city of Indonesia, plus its an access point to surf at Krui! (We will show you soon 😍) Jakarta is the ultimate city destination and a short flight away with @flyairasia. With colonial Dutch history and independence in 1945 theres: 🌋 Volcano's and mountains to explore 🍚 Rice Paddies, markets and culture 🍸 Rooftop bars with incredible views 🛍 Huge malls ☕️ Excellent restaurants/cafes Historical places include: National Monument, Yogyakarta city, Taman mini Indonesia and more! Stayed tuned on our stories for our full trip here ✨️ Let us know any questions below! Have you been to Jakarta? 😊 . . . #visitjakarta #indonesiancapitalcity #visitindonesia #seejakarta #jakartacity
salt.and.charcoalsalt.and.charcoal
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Save for later 🔐 Things you can do from Jakarta! @flyairasia can get you where you need to go 😊 Don't miss these places from Jakarta! 🦋 The National Monument (Get there before 2pm to go to the top and see awesome views) 🍸 Skye the rooftop bar! Incredible view and great cocktails ✨️ Yogyakarta is a historical city, its a long trip to get there from Jakarta but a must see 🏝 Consider a trip to Krui, Sumatra for famous surf and secluded paradise 🌋 East Java for volcanoes, mountains and waterfalls 🎎 Taman Mini Indonesian Village a drive from Jakarta. This place was overwhelming huge! 🛍 Visit the Central plaza and famous malls 🚲 Hire Bikes at the old town and visit the oldest cafe in Jakarta there. The food was 👌 (Cafe Batavia) We recommend you stay in Central Jakarta we stayed at Ashley Sabang and had great experiences. Best food/cafes: Social house Skye Saudagar kopi sabang Furusato Izakaya Where is your favourite place in Indonesia? 🫶 . . . #jakarta #visitjakarta #seejakarta #whattoseeinjakarta #jakartathingstodo #jakartaitinerary #seeindonesia #whattodoinjakarta
salt.and.charcoalsalt.and.charcoal
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I have been in Jakarta for many years, but this is the first time I actually got the chance to visit Monas. Well, i've been wanted to visit since 2020 but then Covid attacked us all, so you know the rest of the story. We started by crossing the pedestrian bridge in front of Patung Kuda, It is not easy to find an entrance as you can ask for the security or just follow other people that want to visit as well. You can either take a queue to use the free public bus that can take you inside where you can buy the ticket, but we prefer to walk as the scenery is quite nice and beautiful. There's a market besides the walking entrance where people are selling clothes and street foods and so on. The ticket price is about IDR 35K (this came with JakCard Bank DKI with its balance) the ticket price is actually only about IDR 15K. You will have to go downstairs to go to the place where you can buy the ticket, and soon after you enter the site, there's a museum downstairs about how Indonesia was "started" including the Kingdoms, the VOC, and even until the independence period, a lot of learnings. Then if you go upstairs there's a here's a huge Garuda statue on the wall. Unfortunatelly we didn't have a chance to visit the top of Monas at the time due to the ticket was sold out, so better visit this place on the weekdays (instead of weekend as its full packed with people and children). Nevertheless it was a really good visit and a lot of learning.
Tirta YansenTirta Yansen
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I visited this monument last time in 2 Desember 2018. Yes.. you can guess it. I joined the 212 reunion. I went from the hotel at 3 am by taxi. But the taxi could not move closer so it stopped at Kramat close the bridge before tugu tani. I walked to the monument. I can enter to the gate but can not be closer cause there already huge people. At 7.00 I decided to move to tugu tani cause I have appointment to meet my friend there. Can you imagine I arrived in KFC tugu tani at 10.00. there were many people who moved to the monument but not a few people also want to go out. But subhanallah even though this place so hot..the people not yelling or angry. If someone yell other will remind them. More over ...they prefer to be in the crowd than step on the park. They didn't destroy the plants. I said to myself why people be like so much. is it because they thought not many people so they park just close the monument? They should Park from tugu tani and may be until salemba. But my thoughts was wrong. They have parked already in tugu tani and long park until salemba. So it was difficult for me to be back to the hotel, at acacia hotel. So I walked until the hotel and I found there were buses parked in front of the hotel. I posted the picture that I took from crossing bridge how the crowd that time in Kramat raya road. It was until salemba road cause I should take other road to airport.
EP. SetyaEP. Setya
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The entrance to the main structure is kind of difficult to find, to get into the monument you’ll have to find the main entrance and ticketing area which is on the northern side of the huge park. After getting your ticket you’ll have to walk through an underground tunnel which leads you directly to the monument. Entrance fee is very affordable at only rp30k, on top of that you’ll also get a transport card (equivalent to the Opal card in Sydney, Ez-Link card in Singapore or Oyster card in London), the cost of the card is included in entrance fee. If you choose to visit the top of the monument, you’ll be given a ‘queue card’ then proceed to level 2 of the monument and wait for your alphanumeric code to be called to board the elevator to the top. If you happen to visit the monument during the day it’s advisable to apply a thiccc layer of sunscreen before visiting. Bring along an umbrella as there isn’t many sheltered area in the park, so when it rains the nearest shelter could be a 5 mins run away. Level 1 of the monument is a huge hall with a timeline of the nation's progress. Level 2 is a waiting area and viewing area (this is where you’ll board the elevators to the top). View from the top is amazing, you’ll be rewarded with a 360 degree view of Jakarta.
Samuel TSamuel T
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Monas, officially known as the National Monument (Monumen Nasional), is a 132-meter-tall iconic landmark located in Jakarta, Indonesia. Built to commemorate Indonesia's struggle for independence, it was inaugurated in 1975 by President Soeharto. Key Features: 1. Architectural Significance: Designed by architects Soedarsono and Frederich Silaban, Monas symbolizes national pride. Its obelisk structure is topped with a golden flame, representing the spirit of freedom. The flame is coated with 50 kilograms of gold leaf, symbolizing Indonesia’s prosperity. 2. Historical Importance: The base houses a museum showcasing dioramas of Indonesia's journey from colonial times to independence. The Hall of Independence features the original Proclamation of Independence text. 3. Observation Deck: Visitors can access an observation deck at the top, offering panoramic views of Jakarta's skyline. Cultural and Tourism Significance: Monas is a symbol of Indonesia's unity and a must-visit site for locals and tourists. Surrounded by Merdeka Square, the area is ideal for recreational activities, historical tours, and cultural events. It stands as a testament to Indonesia's resilience and a proud reminder of its independence journey.
Khong QuyKhong Quy
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National Gallery of Indonesia
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Merdeka Square, Jakarta, Jalan Lapangan Monas, Gambir, Central Jakarta City, Jakarta 10110, Indonesia
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attractions: Istiqlal Mosque, National Museum of Indonesia, Jakarta Cathedral, Arjuna Wijaya Statue, National Gallery of Indonesia, National Library of the Republic of Indonesia, Monas Dancing Fountain, Museum Taman Prasasti, Jakarta City Hall, GPIB Immanuel Jakarta, restaurants: Nasi Goreng Kambing Kebon Sirih - Street Food, Happy Day Juanda, Hachi Grill Kebon Sirih, Penang Bistro - Kebon Sirih, Steak Hotel by HOLYCOW! TKP Sabang, Sate & Seafood Senayan, Kebon Sirih, Kopi Oey, Kopi Nako Monas, Claypot Popo, Sederhana SA Restaurant (Juanda)
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