![]() Several warehouses in the old Sunda Kelapa harbour district turned into museums, including the maritime museum Jakarta Bahari, offers a venue to explore colonial history in Jakarta. But, enough of food and onto exploring Jakarta… Jakarta Bahari Museum Tasting the local divine delicious dish of Gado-Gado (peanut sauce salad) – easily, available street food – to die for, addicted! The scrumptious Sate Ayam (satay chicken) and Nasi Uduk (coconut rice) combination are also addictive. Sadly, the bundle is only equivalent to a couple of hundred Australian dollars.Įstablished in the 4th-century and steeped in a plethora of colonial history from the 18th-century, decide to spend several days exploring Jakarta even though this city functions at an insane pace. But of course, on arriving, today’s rate is less – banks! At least we’re cashed up again with wads of Indonesian Rupiah – literally wads of cash. One of the most powerful volcanic eruptions in recorded history occurs on Krakatoa (also called Krakatau), a small, uninhabited volcanic island east of Sumatra and west of Java, on August 27. On phoning American Express and quoted a rate, we need to go tomorrow for the transaction. And, contrary to advice from our Australian bank before leaving Australia. Unfortunately, no bank in Jakarta is willing to exchange Australian Dollar Travellers Cheques (remember these?) for Indonesian Rupiah, or any currency. Needing more cash, I mentally prepare for another banking experience… Banks This city is intoxicating.įor the countless beggars lining Jakarta’s streets and alleyways, endless stalls selling everything imaginable cluster and overrun the same paths. ![]() The chaotic noise, aromatic and pungent odours, and whirling pace of this massive city Jakarta hit the senses like a brick wall. 13,000 people were injured, 33,000 displaced, and thousands of buildings. ![]() Jaksa – Jakarta’s 400-metre hotel route road, which also offers backpacker accommodation. Within 30 minutes, the tsunami flooded the coasts of west Java and southeast Sumatra, causing up to 13 m runups. Meeting a friendly local, he helps us get off at the right bus stop to then take a taxi to Jl. Hailing from Sumatra, this earthy and rich coffee is our darkest roast and pairs well with sugar and cream if thats your. ![]() Finding a public bus, luckily a couple of vacant seats are available in the cramped bus.Īs soon as a breeze flows through the bus, all the windows are slammed shut, making the trip stifling hot and unbearable. ![]()
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