Jakarta gives you guaranteed fun. Come to the land of entertainment and jump into the actual pool of celebration. Surf on the waves, walk on the lawns, ride on the horse, trek on the mountains, wander for shopping, enjoy the nightlife and do whatever you like. Come to Jakarta and experience the real holiday.
Though Indonesia is a historic destination the country gets updated with the modern cultures and lifestyles easily. Experience the very truth by planning a holiday in the nation and examine tall skyscrapers as well as traditional villages which can prove to you in a better way. Accommodation is also available in both the styles. You can stay in contemporary hotels in Indonesia to get a fresh new feel or check out for traditional Indonesia hotels to explore the culture and tradition.
Is it possible to see the entire country in less than a day? Of course yes. Go and see the Indonesia in Miniature Park located in Jakarta, the capital city of the nation. This park portrays all the important tourist attractions in the country in a miniature version. You may also stay in some nice Jakarta hotels to visit other sightseeing locations in the city. The Taman Suropati Park is a nice place that could make your evenings special. Take a walk on the jogging tracks, relax on the lawns and enjoy the sceneries. Bluish clean beaches in the Thousand Islands are a must to see. Snorkeling and diving are the most common sports to take part. You could also hire a glass bottom boat to see the marine life. Jakarta also offers a chance to see the marine creatures in their own habitat. The Sea World is a featured tourist spot in the city offering marine life shows and displays all types of fishes. The Shark Aquarium found within the complex has a number of sharks. This is a nice place to take your kids.
There are lots of shopping options in Jakarta. Come and experience the local shopping in the Flea Market at Jalan Surabaya. The market has a great collection of antique artwork, craft items, traditional dolls, and toys for children and more. Of course there is a Chinatown in the city where you can buy DVD's at a cheaper price. Lots of electronic goods, dresses, accessories and jewelry are also available. The Fish Market has various varieties of fishes ready to cook. There are also many eateries featuring sea foods and fruit juices. Jakarta has many shopping malls and featured stores where you can buy branded goods at a cheaper rate. Do visit the Mall Artha Gading and the Ambassador Mall without any excuses.
Visit the villages in the city to explore the tradition and culture. Tours are available to have a close encounter with the locals in the villages and learn about the history and lifestyle of them. You can very well find well-equipped hotels in Jakarta in this area. See the ceramic exhibits in the Widayanto Ceramic House and buy various ceramic made items to decorate your home. Visit the Ragunan Zoo without any excuses as there are a number of native species of animals and the entry fee is also very cheap but you will have more fun at the zoo. Come with your kids to make their vacation special by giving them an opportunity to see the rare species of interactive animals.
