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Jakarta ,Indonesia |
Jakarta, the capital city of Indonesia, is located on northwest of java having an area of about 661.52sq km. formerly known as Sunda Kelapa, Jayakarta and Batavia this largest city of Indonesia has developed for more than 490 years becoming the 9th most populated city having a populace of about 8,792,000.In its days of origin the city was simply a port. The first arrival of the Europeans occurred in 1513 when the Portuguese ships sailed in search of spices.
Tourist Attractions:
Taman Impian Jaya Ancol: The recreational resort that overlooks the Jakarta Bay has the fantasy land as its major attraction. Also you can visit the oceanarium
Sea world: The 80 meter long tunnel that leads you to have a panoramic view of the sea. Also you can see 4000 sharks and fishes that are sure to fascinate you.
Thousand Islands: The 120 tropical islands is a beautiful place you would love to visit.
National Museum: Formerly the Batavian Society of the Arts and Sciences the museum helps to have an insight of the Indonesian art.
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Glodok: This is the famous Chinatown that is now known as a prime shopping area.
Monas: The 132 meters tall national monument is topped by 35 kilograms of gold and has the famous Hall of Independence that symbolizes the independence battle of the country.
Tamas Mini Indonesia Indah: This Park that was the creation of Madam Tien Saeharto offers you a unique opportunity to see the 27 provinces of Indonesia.
Lookout Tower: if you climb the tower you have a panoramic view of the place.
Istana Merdeka: The structure which features a neoclassical architecture was the home to the Dutch governors and the first president of Indonesia.
Ragunan Zoo
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Transportation
Compared to the immense population boom the railways of the city prove to be inadequate. Gambir, Manggarai, Tanah Abang and Janitegara are the important rail station of Jakarta. Buses also run in great numbers to serve the commuters. Though the roads of the city are wide enough yet the roads remain congested for most of the time. A large number of people run motorbikes which has mushroomed a new problem of breaking traffic laws. Becak, the cycle rickshaws, are used to travel within the city. Talks to ensure the cheaper waterbus ferries along the canal waters of Jakarta are on. The Soekamo -Hatta International Airport is the main airport operating in this region. In 2007 Jakarta is expecting to start a new form of transportation called the Jakarta Monorail.
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Shopping
Jakarta, Indonesia has an array of malls that are a bit expensive for most of the locals. Compared to all other cities, Jakarta has more number of shopping malls which has given birth to many satellite cities in the surrounding areas. The plazas Indonesia, the Megamall Pluit, the Pondok Indah Mall, and the Mal Kelapa Gading are some of the popular malls of the Jakarta. The Mangga Dua wholesale complex is the largest wholesale market in Asia from where you can buy clothes, electronic goods, books, jewelry, local handicrafts at a low price. However make sure that you posses the expertise to bargain.
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Hotels
The beautiful place has some of the most beautiful hotels for its tourists. Hotels of diversified ranges can be found here. The Park Lane, the Mandarin Oriental, the Hotel Borobudur are some of the five star hotels. You can also get many cheap hotels and resorts that scattered all throughout the city of Jakarta, Indonesia.
Enjoy your trip to Jakarta, Indonesia. For more information log onto allwondercities.com.
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