Historical Place Of Jakarta

1.Monas (Monas – Jakarta’s National Monument)

Visit Indonesia’s iconic National Monument (Monas) in the heart of Jakarta. This striking 132 metre tower can be found in the centre of Merdeka Square, standing as a proud symbol of the struggle for Indonesian independence.

Towering above the rest of the city, the striking column is topped by a gold-plated flame to symbolise the spirit of the Indonesian people that can never be extinguished. The long pillar symbolises a rice pestle, while the large cup-shaped base represents a rice barn – two traditional tools used to pound rice that are reminiscent of Indonesia’s proud agricultural heritage.

Visiting Monas Jakarta

There are several ways to enjoy the National Monument. At the base of the tower, visitors will find the National History Museum, relaying the life and culture of the Indonesian people throughout the ages. Alternatively, brave travellers can venture up to the Top Yard, which offers an incredible vantage point over the Jakarta skyline. Otherwise, the park at the base of the monument is a great place to admire the views from below.

Discover the National Monument and the city’s other notable attractions when you stay at a hotel near Monas, such as the luxurious Sari Pan Pacific Jakarta, conveniently located less than a kilometre away

2.Museum Nasional

Being two centuries old, National Museum of Indonesia (musium nasional) is an icon that you must visit. It is located at Jalan Medan Merdeka Barat in center of Jakarta city and it is an archeological, historical, ethnological, and geographical museum. Jakarta’s national museum is well known as Elephant Building (gedung gajah) because of the elephant statue there. Visit here to get yourself acquainted with Jakarta and also Indonesia’s history and culture.

3.National Gallery

National Gallery of Indonesia is a combination of museum and art gallery in Jakarta, where you can enjoy culture, history and visual arts. Your visit to Jakarta would be well rounded with a visit to this place to admire the local arts.

4.Gedung Kesenian Jakarta (Jakarta Arts Theater)

Built during the Dutch colonial period, Gedung Kesenian Jakarta is a concert hall in Jakarta, Indonesia. It is situated close to the Istiqlal Mosque and the Jakarta Cathedral. Check out the various arts program lined up, ranging from theater shows to musical performances. This is definitely the place to visit to stock up on cultural shows and concerts.