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EXPLORE JAKARTA

Kota Tua in a Time of Covid : Returning to 'Old Town'

Jakarta’s Old Town tourist complex gradually takes steps to resume normal life. Visitors have to obey the rules to experience the heritage site safely.

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EXPLORE JAKARTA Hunting for Vinyl Records in Jakarta

Hunting for Vinyl Records in Jakarta

Classic Vinyl records are still rare but can be found around Blok M, Kemang, and Kebayoran Baru where stores also sell classic record players. Let's explore!

EXPLORE JAKARTA Did You Know: Jatinegara Market

Did You Know: Jatinegara Market

The name of Mester is written on the gate of Jatinegara market, visible from Jalan Jatinegara Timur.

EXPLORE JAKARTA Jakarta’s Old Coffee Grinding Places

Jakarta’s Old Coffee Grinding Places

In the middle of the proliferation of coffee shop businesses that offer perfect cups of coffee and comfortable ambiances, Jakarta still leaves old and modest coffee grinding stalls with their interesting stories.

EXPLORE JAKARTA Do You Know the Story Behind Jakarta’s Ondel-ondel?

Do You Know the Story Behind Jakarta’s Ondel-ondel?

More than just a part of local entertainment, Ondel-ondel holds deep Betawi cultural values.