Best Jakarta Guide

Welcome to Jakarta, the capital Of Indonesia. In this best Jakarta Guide you will have information about the history, geographic, all interest about Jakarta, DKI Jakarta.
The History of Jakarta dates back from around 500 years ago in a small part of the downstream of Ciliwung River. During centuries later, the city port grew into a bustling international trade center.

The story of Jakarta at the earlier phase emanates from the diverse ancient inscriptions found in the nearby port. The untold stories of Jakarta up until the earlier arrival of European colonialists were very scarce.

DKI Jakarta, is the capital and largest city of Indonesia. It was formerly known as Sunda Kalapa (397-1527), Jayakarta (1527-1619), Batavia (1619-1942), and Djakarta (1942-1972).

Jakarta Geographic

Country : Indonesia | Capital : Jakarta | Governor : Fauzi Bowo | Area : 661.52 km² (255 sq mi)| Population : 8,389,443 (2001) | Density : 12,682.1 /km² (32,846 /sq mi) | Ethnic Groups : Javanese (35%), Betawi (28%), Sundanese (15%), Chinese (6%), Batak (4%), Minangkabau (3%) Religion : Islam (86%), Protestant (6%), Roman Catholic (4%), Buddhism(4%), Hindu(4%) | Languages : Indonesian, Betawi, Javanese, Sundanese | Time zone : WIB (UTC+7) .