Jakarta is the capital and largest city of Indonesia. Jakarta has an area of 662 square kilometers and a population of over 10 million people. The city is located on the northwestern coast of Java on the Sunda Strait.
The name Jakarta is derived from the word Jayakarta, which is a compound of two Sanskrit words, jaya and krta. Jaya means “victorious” and krta means “made or done”. Thus, Jayakarta means “victorious city”.
The city of Jakarta was officially …
When thinking of Jakarta, one may think of a vast and sprawling city, with towering skyscrapers and congested streets. However, Jakarta is also home to a number of beautiful and scenic areas, both in the city and in the surrounding countryside.
In the city, there are a number of parks and green spaces, including Merdeka Square, Lapangan Banteng, and Taman Mini Indonesia Indah. These parks offer a respite from the hustle and bustle of the city and are a great …