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Guide to Monas: Indonesia's National Monument in Jakarta
The heart of Jakarta lies in Medan Merdeka, a sprawling, 75-hectare open square with its epic centrepiece: Monas, or Monumen Nasional.
A Warm Welcome to The Indonesian Heritage Society
Immanuel Church Jakarta: One of Indonesia's Oldest Churches
Standing opposite Gambir train station is one of Indonesia’s oldest churches, Immanuel Church Jakarta, built in 1839 during Dutch occupation.
Medan Merdeka: Jakarta’s Symbolic Square of Freedom
%%cf_content%% At the very heart of Jakarta lies Medan Merdeka, an expansive square that has witnessed the city’s transformation from colonial outpost to modern capital. Whilst the soaring National Monument (Monas) stands at its centre, the square predates the iconic structure and indeed Indonesia itself.
Museum Nasional Indonesia Rises from the Ashes
Museum Nasional Indonesia (MNI) was officially reopened on 15 October 2024. Having undergone substantial renovations, the museum reopens with modern appeal, complete with fresh new archives and displays, as well as interactive and educational programmes promising an engaging experience for visitors.
Guide to Museum Nasional Indonesia: Jakarta's Institution of Culture & History
Standing regally on the western edge of Jakarta’s Merdeka Square, Museum Nasional Indonesia is an institution of culture and history.
Istiqlal Mosque: A Symbol of Pluralism in Jakarta
A stone’s throw from Jakarta Cathedral as a deliberate symbol of pluralism, the Istiqlal Mosque matches the magnificence of its predecessors.