History of Jakarta The Dutch, under the leadership of Jan Pieterszoon Coen, captured and razed the city in 1619, after which the capital of the Dutch East Indies—a walled township named Batavia—was established on the site. The colonial history of the city can be divided into three major periods.

The nation’s film industry thrived in the 20th century with figures like Deddy Mizwar, Eva Arnaz, Meriam Bellina, and Rano Karno taking Indonesian cinema to new heights. In the contemporary era television is another one of those fields where Indonesians have made a name for themselves.

Economically, Jakarta plays several roles. It can be identified first as the national capital and a central place of control for the national economy, then as an administrative centre in its own right, and as a significant industrial hub. In addition, its location as a port makes it an important centre for trade.

Crime rates in Jakarta, Indonesia

Safest Places in Indonesia

• The Island of Gods. Bali. Bali is one of the world’s travel hotspots at the moment.
• The Island of Relaxation. Lombok. Smaller than Bali and less hectic, Lombok offers even more stunning beaches, a calm and laid-back lifestyle and loads of untouched nature.
• The Island of Dragons. Flores.

Dress code Indonesians dress modestly. Although you may see men wearing shorts, outside of the big cities the norm is to wear a shirt and pants or jeans. Women will most likely wear pants, jeans or long skirts. For women that implies no sleeveless tops, cleavage or shorts.

• 10 Must-Things To Do In Jakarta At Night. Home.
• Hang Out On Jalan Jaksa Street.
• Visit the National Monument Monas.
• Taste Local Indonesian Food.
• Walk Along the Old Port (Sunda Kelapa)
• Dive into Asian Culture in Chinatown.
• Try Indonesian Massage.
• Go Ice Skating.