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Merdeka Square, Jakarta
4.2 · 12≈ 30 min
Merdeka Square in Jakarta is a famous historical site with colonial administrative buildings dating back to the mid-1800s, including the National Museum of Indonesia and the Presidential Palace. The square, which covers an estimated 75 hectares, is known for its annual parade celebrating Indonesia's independence. Surrounded by dense urban development, it offers a spacious retreat from the city's vertical infrastructure and skyscrapers.
What’s nearby
National Monument
3 min walk · 210 m
4.6
Monas Park
3 min walk · 215 m
Monas
3 min walk · 216 m
King Chulalongkorn's Elephant statue honors the Thai king.
4 min walk · 331 m
National Museum of Indonesia
5 min walk · 404 m
4.7
Istana Merdeka is the official presidential palace in Jakarta.
7 min walk · 562 m
Museum Taman Prasasti is a notable museum in Jakarta.
9 min walk · 697 m
Istana Negara is the official presidential palace of Indonesia.
10 min walk · 771 m
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