Jakarta Travel Guide

Jakarta in Brief

Jakarta Fast Facts and General Information

Jakarta is the capital of the Republic of Indonesia, the world's fourth most populous nation and the largest moslem population in the world. Jakarta is also the main gateway to explore the Indonesian Archipelago.

Jakarta fast facts

Area: 661 square kilometers
Population: 9,580,000 (2010)
Jakarta City Birthday: June 22, 1527
altitude of Jakarta: 0 to 10 m above sea level

General Information

Airport: Soekarno-Hatta International Airport
Train Station: Gambir, Jatinegara, Pasar Senen, Kota
Harbour: Tanjung Priok
Landmarks: National Monument, Welcome Statue
Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR), Rp
Electricity: 220V, 50 Hz with various plug type (french type).
Time Zone: GMT +7
Calling Code: +62
Credit Cards: Visa, MasterCards
Climate: Tropical
Business Hours: 8 am to 4 pm, Monday to Friday
Emergency Numbers: Police 110, Fire 113, Ambulance 118

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