With a vibrant city life and a multicultural ethos, Jakarta has many reasons to be at the top of your travel bucket list. Taking note of the island's popularity among tourists, IndiGo launched new daily direct flights connecting Mumbai to Jakarta from August 7. Indigo is the only Indian carrier to operate flights between India and Jakarta, making it the airline's 106th destination overall.
Commenting on what the new route entails for passengers and Indigo, Vinay Malhotra, Head of Global Sales at IndiGo, said, "This new route not only strengthens bilateral ties and enhances direct connectivity, but also enables access and promotes trade and tourism across Indonesia and India. Additionally, it opens up seamless access from Jakarta to IndiGo's wide network across India, Central Asia, and the middle east. These flights will not only benefit Indian tourists seeking to explore Indonesia's pristine beaches and rich cultural heritage but also provide an exciting opportunity for travellers from Jakarta to connect with India."
Jakarta, the capital city of Indonesia, is a bustling metropolis that attracts numerous tourists from around the world. As one of the most populous cities in the world, Jakarta offers a unique blend of rich history, diverse culture, and vibrant urban life.
The National Monument: Standing at a height of 433 feet, the monument boasts stunning views and a gilded flame on top. It was designed by Indonesia's first president, Sukarno, and features a museum with dioramas and an observation deck.
Fatahillah Square: Taman Fatahillah, also known as Fatahillah Square, is the central area of Jakarta Old Town (Kota Tua). It features a charming cobblestone square surrounded by historic colonial buildings. Among the notable landmarks in the area are Cafe Batavia—a popular restaurant and bar, the Wayang Museum, which showcases puppetry, and the Jakarta History Museum.
Glodok or Jakarta Chinatown: Glodok, also known as Jakarta Chinatown, was established in the aftermath of the 1740 massacre of 5,000 Chinese people. The survivors were relocated outside the city walls to what became Glodok. Today, Glodok is a vibrant hub of activity with Chinese restaurants, temples, street markets, and medicine shops coexisting alongside electronics stores.
Jalan Surabaya Flea Market: Jakarta's best-known street market, Jalan Surabaya Flea Market, offers a cornucopia of choice, from factory-made junk and (generally) fake antiques to vintage finds. Head here for everything from textiles to jewellery, furniture, old coins, ship salvage, rare vinyls, old typewriters, and ancient cameras.
Indians need to obtain a visa to travel to Indonesia. To apply for an e-visa or E-VOA, submit your application at https://molina.imigrasi.go.id/ before departure. Indian nationals can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 14 to 30 days. Additionally, travellers can also extend their stay for up to 30 days.
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