Jakarta is situated in the Southeast Asian country Indonesia. It is an archipelago consisting of over 18,000 islands. The country is also full of various scenic places and there are so many activities to try. The capital city will feature a wide array of activities that will keep people occupied for a whole month. You can go through the whole city by foot, and get to meet some of the locals. You can explore the different nooks and crannies, as well as try the local fares and activities. You will discover more about Jakarta’s culture and history by going for a relaxing walk any time of the day.
First, explore the Old Town Batavia or Jakarta Old Town, which was known as a world heritage site since 1969. Travelers from Europe visited the country in the 16th century and referred to it as the Jewel of Asia because of its majestic sites and friendly people. In Old Town Batavia, you will get to see how the old days of the country was like. There are plenty of old-style Dutch architecture and other environments to take a glimpse of ancient history. The streets also have museums and other tourist spots. Some of the great places to visit include the Postal Office, Museum Fatahillah, Café Batvia and Geduing Arsip National.
Aside from the different structures available at the place, there are also many open markets and street sellers. Go to Sunda Kelapa, an old drawbridge, where you can find leather puppets and other trinkets.