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Komodo The Indonesian islands stretch across a wide ocean and are technically divided by two continents.
Some parts of the country may be as different as black and white. The hustle and bustle of the modern capital of Jakarta looks like another planet compared to the traditional tribes of Papua in the Baliem Valley.
Jakarta: It is not only the largest city in the country, but also the heart that beats. Indonesians from all over the archipelago come to town to try their luck or just to survive. The face of the city is constantly changing with the construction of new skyscrapers, shopping malls and hotels.
Jakarta is primarily a commercial and political city and not really a tourist destination, but the oldest colonial parts of the city are very interesting and the museums offer many fascinating exhibits.
Jakarta is, as expected, the most expensive place in Indonesia as well as the most polluted and most congested place. It can be very difficult to deal with the crush, filth, crime and costs, but if you can, you will find an exciting city that has much to offer.
Kota: This is the ancient city of Batavia, the capital of the Dutch East Indies and the best example of the colonial era in Indonesia. Although much of the old town has been destroyed or demolished over the years, some of the old colonial buildings are still in operation and the area has a strong Dutch character.
The center of the old town is the pebble place known as Taman Fatahillah. It is the key to orienting you over the view of the old town. The Kali Besar Channel is located one block west of the course and runs along the river Ciliwung. It was a very affluent area, and on the west bank are some of the upper-class houses from the 18th century.
The chicken market bridge is the last remaining drawbridge of the Dutch era. It is located at the northern end of Kali Besar. Buses always take their routes and also the light rail stops here.
Jakarta History Museum: This museum is located in the old Batavia City Hall, south of Taman Fatahillah. It is a well built building that was originally built in 1627 and added at the beginning of the 18th century. From there, the Dutch managed their colony as well as the courtyards of the city and as the main prison.
It contains many heavy and sculptured furniture from the colonial period as well as other memories of the Dutch era. Open from 9 am to 3 pm from Tuesday to Sunday. Admission: 1.000Rp
Wayang Museum: This museum is also located in Taman Fatahillah and offers a variety of
Wayang puppets. He also has examples of puppets from other countries like Cambodia, China and India.
This building, once the museum of old Batavia, was built in 1912 on the site of the old Dutch church, which was demolished in 1808 under the plan of the Dutch "Daendel's" to rid the city of its unhealthy areas. In the courtyard of the ground floor there are monuments of former governors who were buried instead. Open from 9 am to 3 pm from Tuesday to Sunday. Admission: 1.000Rp
Museum of Fine Arts: The Palace of Justice was built in the 1860s and is now the Museum of Fine Arts. It has a beautiful collection of contemporary paintings by leading artists. Ceramics ranging from Chinese items to Majapahit's offerings are also available. Open from 9 am to 3 pm from Tuesday to Sunday. Admission: 1.000Rp
Gereja Sion: This church was built in 1695 and is the oldest church in Jakarta. It is in Jl Pangeran Jayakarta, near Kota Station. The exterior of the church is quite simple, but it is very attractive in the copper chandeliers, the original organ and the Baroque pulpit. Although thousands of people were buried here, there are only a few tombs left.
Sunda Kelapa: Just a 10-minute walk from Taman Fatahillah, the old port town of Sunda Kelapa is full of wonderful Macassar schooners. The colorful sails of these boats offer excellent views. Ships are still an important means of transporting goods to the outer islands.
The guides hang around the docks and show you interesting stories for a few thousand rupees. You can also go to the market
Just before the entrance to the museum, the old watchtower, built in 1839, offers a magnificent view of the harbor. The operating times are unpredictable, so try to find the caregiver.
National Museum: Built in 1862, this museum is considered the main museum of
Indonesia and one of the best in Southeast Asia. There are a variety of ethnic maps and reliefs of Indonesia where you can track your travels. The museum offers various cultural exhibitions with a diverse collection of clothing, instruments, model houses and religious objects. In addition, the museum has an outstanding collection of Han Dynasty ceramic from the 3rd century.
The museum is sometimes referred to as the Elephant House because the giant bronze elephant was a gift from the King of Thailand and is now outdoors. Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 08:30 to 14:30. Entrance: 750 Rp. There are guides who can make visits in several languages.
National Monument: This 130 meter high monument stands on Merdeka Square and is the landmark of Jakarta. The construction began in 1961, but was completed in 1975, when it was officially inaugurated by President Soeharto. At the base is the National History Museum, which describes the Indonesian struggle for independence. Queues can be long on holidays and weekends. Open daily from 9am to 5pm. Admission: 600 Rp or 3,100 Rp, including a trip to the summit.
Lapangan Banteng: east of Merdeka Square is this 19th century colonial square. It has some of the best examples of Dutch colonial architecture in Jakarta. Built in the late twentieth century, the Catholic Cathedral is located in front of the main shrine of the Jakarta Muslim community, Istiqlal Mosque. East of the square is the Supreme Court, created in 1809 by the Treasury of this man 'Daendel' to replace these demolished buildings.
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