Jakarta
Overview
Indonesian Capital Jakarta, named on the prime characteristic of Great Victory can only be defined as the sprawling, modern, bustling and open for everyone city of the region giving an optimum hideout to everyone. The hidden characteristics beneath busy and modern lifestyle like fun, adventurous and traditional metropolis in Indonesia, Jakarta presents contrasts of culture by temples, historical sites and traditional followings as well as modernization by its fabulous beaches, nightlife at the same time.
Weather
When to Visit Jakarta
One of the prime things about Jakarta that attracts most of the holidaymakers from around the world is the city is good to be visited throughout the year as one will find something amusing and attractive anytime one visits. Exciting Beaches on Java Sea remains flooded during May to September and November to January. Most of the festivals of Indonesia including Christmas and New Year also occur in the same span.
February to April is a very good time for some amazing sightseeing in and around the city and famous Chinese New Year celebrations that are the biggest attractions and globally famous for a happy and delightful trip to Jakarta and rest of Indonesia. One can also visit to Bali and other small cities to experience fabulous regional festivals of Indonesia in the same period too.
Attractions
Places to Visit in Jakarta
The thriving Indonesian capital has a wealth of astounding places catering every mood and genre effortlessly. One can simply find the places to enjoy according to their taste in and around the city. The most promising sites in Jakarta for fun lovers are at Thousand Islands, Ancol Dreamland, Sea World and many others to witness the zealous side of Indonesian Epicente...
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Specialties
The journey of Jakarta is incomplete without visiting Thousand Islands, an archipelago on Jakarta bay, famous for its thriving range of wonderful places for scuba diving, snorkeling, surfing and skiing. This group of island is ideal place to spend some serene time with family and friends as well as to witness the extraordinary beauty hidden beneath the chaotic lifestyle of Jakarta.
Festivals
Jakarta celebrates most of the days in a year celebrating cultural, traditional, religious or international festivals. It is really hard to distinguish between festivals of their own culture or international events by the zeal shown in celebration. There are many festivals that are must to witness on holidays in Jakarta including Lunar New Year, Cap Go Meh, International Kite Festival, Independence Day, Kota Tua and many others.
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