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History & Culture
National Monument (Monas)
The National Monument (Monas) is a 132-meter towering landmark in the heart of Jakarta symbolizing Indonesia's fight for independence, complete with an observation deck offering panoramic city views.
Jakarta Historical
Jakarta Historical Timeline
The historical journey of Jakarta from time to time. Scroll slowly to read the history.
The Conquest of Sunda Kelapa & Birth of Jayakarta
Demak-Cirebon forces led by Fatahillah successfully seized the Sunda Kelapa port from the Portuguese on June 22, 1527, and renamed it Jayakarta, meaning "City of Victory." This date is now celebrated annually as Jakarta's Anniversary.
Establishment of Colonial Batavia by the VOC
VOC Governor-General Jan Pieterszoon Coen conquered Jayakarta and built a new Dutch-style colonial walled city named Batavia. It served as the administrative and trade hub for the VOC's spice empire across Southeast Asia.
Proclamation of Independence & Capital Designation
Soekarno and Mohammad Hatta proclaimed Indonesia's independence at Jalan Pegangsaan Timur No. 56, Jakarta. Since then, Jakarta officially held the vital role as the seat of government and capital city of the Republic of Indonesia.
Modernization of Jakarta & Landmark Projects
Under the leadership of President Soekarno and Governor Ali Sadikin, Jakarta embarked on a massive modernization blueprint for the 1962 Asian Games, including the construction of Monas, Bundaran HI, Gelora Bung Karno Stadium, and Hotel Indonesia.
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