My First Time in Jakarta, Indonesia 🇮🇩 I Didn't Expect It to Be Like This!

Come along with me as I explore the capital of Java, Jakarta. I will be taking you with me to give you my first impressions of this part of the city, including visits to the famous Merdeka Square to see the Monas Monument and the Pasar Wisata Monas market. I'll then finish the day by visiting the largest mosque in Southeast Asia, Istiqlal Mosque. In this video, I also include notes about visiting times for these attractions in case you come to Jakarta, as some of them close early.

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Where I Visited:
Jakarta's National Monument (Monas) - https://www.indonesia.travel/gb/en/de...
Pasar Wisata Monas Market https://maps.app.goo.gl/hfF3ekz63k84w...
Istiqlal Mosque - https://istiqlal.or.id/layanan/visitor
The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption - https://jakartatravelguide.com/visiti...

Where I stayed in Jakarta - I highly recommend this airbnb! (You have free gym and spa access!) https://www.airbnb.com/slink/DDcW2X9o

Chapters:
00:00 Arriving in Jakarta - I recommend staying in this airbnb
00:23 My tips for getting a grab in Jakarta - New safety feature on the app
00:55 I giving you insights into where I'm visiting - The must-see spots in Jakarta!
01:20 My experiencing getting a grab in Jakarta - We were stuck in traffic but the driver was super friendly
01:55 Figuring out where the entrance is for the Merderka Square
02:52 Arriving at the Merdeka Square - A glimpse of what locals are selling
03:15 Walking to the Monas and showing what's available to do in the square
04:05 Finding the best place to take photos at Monas
04:50 The park is very beautiful and peaceful
05:06 You can hop on a train at the square - A great activity for kids
05:30 Seeing the similarities between Manila and Jarkata
06:42 Local guide shares when to visit the Monas Square
08:22 Locals enjoying a picnic and coffee on the grass by the Monas
08:36 You can see the mosque in the distance and hear the prayers
08:52 Looking to finding out more about women's fashion and beauty in Indonesia
09:25 The cutest kids come say hello!
09:54 Locals having picnics in the park - Nice to see people enjoy quality time with friends and family
11:20 First impressions of the Pasar Wistata market
11:55 Local man spoke so quickly
12:02 Receiving a warm welcome into the market - Vendors will ask you to come to their stall
12:29 There's lots of clothing and souvenir options in the market
13:15 Street foods you can eat the Pasar Wistata market - Local shares what meats are on offer to try
14:12 Meals you can eat in the market - Locals want you to dine with them
14:53 Getting lost in the Pasar Wistata market (entry door closed)
15:30 Interacting with Indonesian people at the market
15:52 We have the same hair colour
16:43 Meeting locals working in the market - A cute fun fair for children
17:01 Local man offers me try some of his local dish
17:23 Mascots for you to have pictures with in the market
17:48 Transport available outside of the Monas - TukTuk's, Horses and Bus
18:11 Local asks me if I want a lift - Advised I'm walking to get exercise (step goals)
18:28 Meeting friendly grab and gojek drivers
18:53 Tips on how to get to the Isiqlal Mosque on foot - Be careful on the road
19:18 The benefits of walking - More views of the city and interacting with the locals
19:23 First impressions of the Istiqlal Mosque - What you can do in the area
20:04 Arriving at the Istiqlal Mosque - Meeting friendly locals
20:20 Mosque was closed to tourists (Guide shares tips on when to visit)
21:09 Giving you my final thoughts of my first day in Jakarta - See you in the next vlog


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