The capital of Indonesia, Jakarta, is a lively landmark on the archipelago’s landscape with a rich offering of culture and history that urges further exploration. The city’s fascinating sights can be best absorbed from a quality Jakarta hotel that offers a central location within easy reach of some world class dining, entertainment and shopping options. The Alila Jakarta is one particular hotel Jakarta recommends for both business and leisure travellers, with its modern amenities and ideal location for a truly immersive stay in one of Southeast Asia’s most vibrant metropolises. Take a break when you’re in town by visiting Jakarta’s iconic old town section, which bears the historic hallmarks of the city’s Dutch-influenced past. The Jakarta Kota train station, in particular, is a worthy historical landmark worth encountering and was official cited as a historical and cultural landmark in 1993. It was built in 1870, renovated in 1926 and opened that same year in August. The station’s unique design draws its inspiration from a mixture of Western art deco and traditional Indonesian architecture. Kota Station is still operation, with five platforms designed to serve ten train lines, which include both the commuter lines and the intercity lines. It is a fascinating example of the city’s impressive Dutch lineage and functions as a unique historical monument on Indonesia’s cityscape.
Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and intends to visit them all someday.