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Bookmark or Share- Jakarta - WikipediaJakarta[c] (/ dʒəˈkɑːrtə /; Indonesian pronunciation: [dʒaˈkarta] ⓘ, Betawi: Jakartè), officially the Special Capital Region of Jakarta[12] (Indonesian: Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta, abbreviated to DKI Jakarta) and formerly known as Batavia until 1949, is the de jure capital and largest city of Indonesia.
- A first-time guide to Jakarta - Lonely PlanetFirst-time visitors to Jakarta can be overwhelmed; roads are heavily congested and the many skyscrapers are often screened by a thick layer of smog. However, there's plenty to see and just offshore are pollution-free beaches and islands. Here’s everything you need to know when visiting Jakarta for the first time.
- 25 Best Things to Do in Jakarta (Indonesia) - The Crazy TouristAs well as harking back to the days of old, Jakarta is one of the most modern cities in Indonesia, and you can spend time embracing this cutting edge side to the city at its famous malls, bars, and restaurants. Jakarta may be crowded, loud, and busy, but it certainly isn’t boring. Here are the 25 best things to do in Jakarta… 1.
- Jakarta travel - Indonesia, Asia - Lonely PlanetOne of the world’s greatest megalopolises, Jakarta is a dynamic and vibrant city. Its chaotic charm and juxtapositions can be found on every street.
- Jakarta - Colonial, Capital, Megacity | BritannicaJakarta became one of the largest metropolises of tropical Asia and emerged as a financial and commercial centre during the tenure of Suharto, whose reign was marked by widespread corruption and nepotism.
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