The dynamic and bustling capital of Indonesia is the old port city of Jakarta. With its strategic location on the western coast of Java Island, Jakarta serves as the gateway to the 17,000 odd islands that make up the massive archipelago of Indonesia. Formerly a Dutch colony from the 17^th century, Jakarta has evolved into a modern and lively social, economic and political hub. With some 7.5 million residents, Jakarta offers visitors more than enough things to see and do in the city.

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Indonesia’s capital has a vast array of cultural activities reflecting its long and colourful history as a trading port. From European colonisation to the rise of independence, there are some excellent museums, historic districts and performance venues which offer as much immersion in the city’s history as you like. Indonesia has a fascinating culture, and Jakarta is one of the best cities in the country to experience it.

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Islamic New Year: being a predominantly Islamic city, Jakarta takes this New Year celebration seriously with cultural and religious events held across the city.

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As Indonesia’s capital, Jakarta is the cultural centre of this diverse and populous nation. There are dozens of attractions worth checking out in the city, but most visitors start their explorations in the old Dutch enclave of Batavia, which retains a decent level of colonial charisma. Fortunately for visitors, many of the tourist highlights are concentrated in the central district of the city. Each district has its own merits, from the historic Kota neighbourhood to the old port area of Sunda Kelapa. Monuments, museums, mosques and temples can be found everywhere you look, offering days of exploration for those hardy enough to brave the traffic, pollution and heat.

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