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If you’re in Senayan, South Jakarta, and you hear what sound like screams of excitement, or possibly fear, you might be somewhere close to the FX Mall. A transparent cylindrical slide called ‘Atmostfear’ that curves down from the seventh floor to the ground floor is just one of the features that makes this new concept mall screaming good fun. The atmostfear slide is 72 metres long and 28.25 metres high. Since opening, it has become a hit with peoples of every age, gender and profession........  more details

Dufan, short for Dunia Fantasi (Fantasy Land) is the biggest fun park in Indonesia. It is part of Taman Impian Jaya Ancol recreational complex. It offers many exciting new rides and games, divided into 8 themed areas, such as Indonesia, Asia, Europe, America, etc. Children and young people will find this place most enjoyable, although those young at heart too will be guaranteed to have a lot of fun. There are plenty of restaurants and cafes to satisfy the hunger after all those heart-pumping.......  more details

Towering at 422ft (129m), Monas (Monumen Nasional/National Monument), is located at Merdeka Square. It is undoubtedly the most famous landmark in Jakarta. Its construction began in 1961 by Indonesian's first president, Soekarno, but wasn't completed until 1975. The monument consists of a 117.7m obelisk on a 45m square platform at a height of 17m, the goblet yard. The numbers 17, 8 and 45, significantly represent the 17 August 1945, which is the Proclamation of Indonesian Independence. The.......  more details

Padang cuisines are famous for their spicy food and their unique way of serving it. Padang food is usually cooked once a day in the morning, and all customers choose from those dishes, which are left out on display until no food is left. It is served in small portions of various dishes, and along with rice, constituting a complete meal. Customers take - and pay for - only what they want from this array of dishes. The food is spicy and full of flavor. Beef Rendang (spicy meat stew) and.......  more details

Pulau Seribu (Thousand Islands) is a string of 105 islands stretching 45kms north into the Java Sea, with the closest lying in Jakarta Bay only a few kilometers off mainland Jakarta. With total land area of 8.7 km² the population is about 20,000. The most populated island is Panggang. Some islands are uninhabited, others have resorts and a number of them are privately owned by wealthy Indonesians. Bidadari is a resort island only several kilometers off shore. Kelor is adjacent Bidadari on.......  more details

Ragunan Zoo is located in Pasar Minggu, South Jakarta. The zoo was established in 1864 and moved to its present location in 1966. It covers 1.4 square kilometers, and is inhabited by 295 species and 4,040 specimens. It's a world-class facility and guaranteed to entertain and educate both the young and young at heart.  more details

Sea World Indonesia is part of Taman Impian Jaya Ancol recreational complex. With their motto "Education, Conservation, and Recreation", Sea World Indonesia will guarantee an enjoyable time for everyone. Sharks, Piranhas and White Crocodiles are among the most favorite attractions visitors come to see. Going beyond the common theme parks, you can find a rather interesting attraction: fish reflexology. Dip your feet in to a tank full of fish and let them do their "magic" work. Be sure not to.......  more details

Sunda Kelapa Harbour is the picturesque old harbour of Jakarta that was built in the early 17th century. It was later reconstructed and expanded in 1817 and still serves as the port of call for sailing cargo vessels today. Run primarily by Bugis and Makassarese traders, these charming and colorful vessels form one of the world's few major commercial sailing fleets, transporting raw materials from other Indonesian islands such as Sumatra, Kalimantan and Sulawesi. You will be surprised at the.......  more details

Taman Impian Jaya Ancol, or Ancol Dreamland, is the most famous recreational complex in Jakarta, if not in Indonesia. It sits on 300 hectares of landscaped area and consists of a large variety of entertainment. There is Dunia Fantasi (Fantasy Land) with plenty of exhilarating rides. Visit Atlantis if you prefer to do water activities, or Gelanggang Samudra if animal shows and performances are your interest. Pasar Seni (Art Market) offers a range of craft shops, cafes and art exhibitions, and.......  more details

Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII) or "Beautiful Indonesia Miniature Park" (literally translated) is a culture-based recreational area located in East Jakarta, Indonesia. It has an area of about 250 acres. The park is a synopsis of Indonesian culture, with virtually all aspects of daily life in Indonesia's 26 (in 1975) provinces encapsulated in separate pavilions with the collections of architecture, clothing, dances and traditions are all depicted impeccably. Apart from that, there is a lake.......  more details