Facts About Jakarta
Jakarta is the capital city of the world’s largest Muslim country, Indonesia. The capital city also happens to be the largest city of Indonesia. Jakarta is located on the northwest coast of Jawa Island at the mouth of the Ciliwung River on Jakarta Bay. On the east side, the city has the province of West Java while on its west side it has the province of Banten. Formerly called Sunda Kalepa, the name Jakarta was given by the Japanese, who had occupied Indonesia during World War II. Listed below are some of the interesting and fun facts about Jakarta.
Interesting & Fun Facts about Jakarta
  • Jakarta is located on the Indonesian island of Java.
  • It is the capital and the largest city of Indonesia.
  • Jakarta is the eleventh largest city in the world.
  • Jakarta officially is not a city. It is a province which has been given the special status of being the capital.
  • The number of people residing in greater Jakarta is estimated at 23 million, making it the fourth largest urban area in the world.
  • There are about 13 rivers flowing through Jakarta. The most important river is the Ciliwung River, which divides the city into two parts - the western and eastern hemispheres.
  • The Indonesia Stock Exchange and the National Monument, Tugu Monas are located in Jakarta.
  • Jakarta was once part of the Dutch East India Company and gained its independence in 1945.
  • Jakarta is sometimes called "The Big Durian" by foreigners resident in the city.
  • Jakarta provides the gateway to many islands, which offer different cultures, jungles, beaches and adventure.
  • One of the major international schools ‘The Gandhi Memorial International School’ is located in Jakarta.
  • Jakarta has often played host for international sport events, such as Asian Games of 1962 and Asian Cup of 2007.
  • Jakarta provides an interesting fusion of modern western architecture and traditional Indonesian culture.
  • Jakarta can be divided into three sections - the old town in the north, with Javanese, Chinese, and Arab quarters; central Jakarta, with high-rise buildings; and a modern residential garden suburb in the south.
  • Jakarta is the seat of the University of Indonesia.
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