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The Museum MACAN, or the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Nusantara, houses a large collection of modern and contemporary art from Indonesia and around the world. Famous for its active exhibitions, its chief highlight is the stunning masterpieces of Yayoi Kusama, a pioneer in contemporary art. The museum is over 7000 square meters and was initially built to house businessman Haryanto Adikoesoemo’s private collection of over 800 Indonesian artists. Museum MACAN also hosts several events and workshops for the modern art community. It also offers resources to teachers and students to initiate a dialogue about art. Read More

The National Museum of Indonesia provides insight into Indonesian culture and history. It is popularly known as Gedung Gajah or Elephant building due to the large elephant statue at the entrance. The museum has a free English tour. The 1862 building of the National Museum of Indonesia has an enormous collection of around in its open courtyard housing 61,600 prehistoric and anthropological artifacts and 5,000 archeological artifacts from all over Indonesia and Asia. The museum collections, namely ceramics, ethnography, archaeology, prehistoric, stone sculpture etc is among the richest, the most complete, and the best of its kind in Indonesia and one of the finest in Southeast Asia. With a collection that beautifully preserves nearly two hundred years of Indonesian Heritage, it is considered one of the most comprehensive museums in the Southeast Asian region. Read More

Museum Perumusan Naskah Proklamasi or Formulation of Proclamation Text Museum is the place where the Proclamation of Independence was formed in 1984. This is where the Japanese Navy Commander and supporter of Indonesia freedom Tadashi Maeda worked on the final draft of the proclamation. Today it has wax sculptures of historically important people. Visitors enjoy this museum while listening to old BBC or NIROM broadcasts. This historic building was transformed into a museum owing to its role in the formulation of the independence proclamation text. It was inaugurated in the year 1992 and has changed many hands since. It is divided into four sections, each of which exhibits artefacts related to the independence proclamation text. Read More

The Jakarta History Museum, also known as Fatahillah Museum, is one of the largest museums in Old Jakarta Town. It is filled with more than 23,000 artifacts from the Dutch civilization and various Indonesian kingdoms. It has 27 ornately adorned rooms filled with articles that chronicle the city's history, from when it was founded as Jayakarta to when it was rechristened Batavia and when it became independent. Museum Sejarah Jakarta is popular for its 17th-century architectural style. It is spread over an area of 1300 square metres and also houses a pond. In addition to the archaeological excavations, Museum Sejarah Jakarta also exhibits stone inscriptions, ceramics and earthenware. It is often regarded as a recreational destination where one can also increase their knowledge of Jakartan culture. Read More

Museum Seni Rupah Dan Keramik or Museum of Fine Arts and Ceramic is a resplendent display of the traditional art and ceramics of Indonesia. It is located in a beautiful Dutch building known as the Court of Justice in olden times. It is conveniently located near famous museuems like the Jakarta History Museum and Wayang Museum. The grand white building was built as the Dutch Supreme Judiciary in 1870. Ever since, the building has been an office building for many institutions like Indonesian military, Dutch judge council building and as the office of Jakarta mayor in the past. It was finally announced as the Art pure and Ceramic Museum in the year 1976. It has a wide and vivid collection of handicrafts from all over Indonesia, paintings and national and international ceramics. The exhibits of the museum are often placed for auction and are popular among collectors of fine arts. The museum also organises puppet show on every Sunday. Read More

Museum of Sumpah Pemuda or the Museum of Youth Pledges is a historic museum located in Central Jakarta. It was built to commemorate the Independence of Indonesia, specifically the history of the 1928 Youth Pledge and the national youth movement. Visitors will find a fascinating collection, ranging from photographs to statues about the contribution of the youth of Indonesia during independence. A historic monument located in central Jakarta, the Sumpah Pemuda Museum is a symbol of the involvement of the youth in Indonesia’s Independence movement. Originally a dormitory for students, this museum building became a hub for the pemuda (youth) to begin the nationalist movement that finally led to Indonesia’s independence from the Dutch. Read More

Museum Tekstil, or Jakarta Textile Museum, is a 19th-century museum showcasing exquisite artistic skills that go into making Indonesian textiles through the usage of efficient technology ahead of its time. Visitors can make their own beautiful batik designs and learn how the fabric is made. The Museum Tekstil is proof of Indonesia’s love for all things related to textile fabric and design. Almost all provinces of Indonesia have their own traditional fabric, pattern, color and design making. And hence, the Museum Tekstil or Jakarta Textile Museum is the perfect place to learn and understand the various textile skills that have been and continue to be, an integral part of the country for generations.Built in 1976, the museum is in honor of Ms. Tien Soeharto, the former First Lady and houses more than 1000 collections. The museum also organizes workshops and holds exhibitions to promote the growth of its textile industry. Read More

Museum Wayang or Puppet Museum is a magnificent display of the Javan Wayang form of puppetry, exhibiting a huge collection of classic flat wooden puppets. Situated opposite Fatahillah Square, it displays puppets portraying characters from across Indonesia, China, Vietnam, India, Cambodia, and Europe, housed within its vintage cabinets. During the weekends, they have grand performances on interesting themes. Built in the early-1900s, the building that houses the Wayang Museum is itself a heritage structure. At first glance, some of the puppets displayed at the museum might seem innocent, colourful and delicate works of art while some might seem slightly frightening. Nonetheless, all the puppets exhibited at the museum represent the characters that come from the culture and traditions of Indonesia. A visit to this attraction is recommended for art lovers. Read More

National Archives Building is a museum from the VOC period. The former residence of Governer-General Reinier de Klerk is now a major attraction known for its cultural heritage and beautiful Dutch Indies architecture. The collection of the museum includes artefacts from the Dutch administration and maps from the 16th century. The museum also has classic ebony furniture such as dining chairs and tables. The National Archives Building is a two-storeyed Dutch-style house. It had received the UNESCO Award of Excellence in the year 2001. The building is surrounded by a spacious lush garden, the rear part of which contains a belfry. The locals are allowed to use the beautiful garden as a public facility. The National Archives Building is presently being managed by a foundation without any assistance from the government. Read More

A part of the Ancol Dreamland, Ocean Dream Samudra is a gigantic waterpark offering a variety of live shows of sea lions, dolphins, tornado fish, and the Scorpion Pirate Show. It also has 3D, and 4D movie shows revolving around the themes of animals, serving as a great mix of entertainment and education. Ocean Dream Samudra is a bustling attraction on weekends as a considerable number of locals visit. Most of the shows/ events are also organized during peak hours and on weekends. If one wants to escape the crowd, they may choose to visit the waterpark on weekdays. However, they might not get to see some shows. Nonetheless, there are enough leisure activities and facilities to keep the visitors entertained for 3 to 4 hours. Read More