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National Monument (MONAS)


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 28 attractions in Jakarta
Traveler Description: Built to commemorate Indonesia's independence, National Monument dominates Medan Merdeka.
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Attraction type: Monument
Address: Jl. Silang Monas
New Jakarta Jakarta, Java
Indonesia
Tel: 021/681512

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3 of 5 stars
Renb0t   11 contributions
Beijing, China
Oct 10, 2009

Just a few tips, Visit during Ramadan: I visited the Monas in September 2009, on the first day of Ramadan. It was the perfect time to go, because there was virtually no-one there, just a handful of local tourists and three westerner couples. Visiting major tourist sites during Ramadan is definitely a good strategy for avoiding the crowds. Cost: At... more

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4 of 5 stars
66percent   1 contribution
Cornwall
Sep 21, 2008

I had the opportunity to visit this monument on a day when there was a public holiday and the park was filled with families. Lots of young children were playing with paper kites that were being sold on site. The atmosphere was absolutely fantastic and added enourmously to the experience. The monument is spectacular to see even though I didn't... more

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2 of 5 stars
cirque   19 contributions
Jakarta, Indonesia
Oct 24, 2006

The main attraction at Monas is its observation deck. From there, you can see Jakarta from the high. As you enter the vicinity, you will have to pay admission. Well, the ticketing system is still manual. I wonder if they can change it to more advance system like those at KL Tower... You have few choice of your admission: 1.... more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
jakarta
Dec 22, 2005
2
people found this review helpful

When I visited Monas in 2000 it's definetly changes than the past. The park and the area around the Monas well organize and comfort. To protect Monas, local government had been built fences around monas, so the visitor (tourist) will be feel safe been here You can see around Jakarta from the top of monas. to reach the top, you... more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Dec 28, 2004
2
people found this review helpful

We went to the MONAS on the weekend where it was quite crowded with families playing games and having picnics. If you want to go at a less busy time, try going on the weekdays instead. The center of the park contains a gigantic "torch" monument with a flame purported to be made of pure gold. This is a great... more

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3 of 5 stars
のりのり55   46 contributions
東京
Oct 25, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

観光名所の少ないジャカルタですので、ジャカルタがはじめてなら行ってみるのも良いでしょう。 塔の上から見るとジャカルタの... more

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4 of 5 stars
sk0918   60 contributions
滋賀県
Aug 1, 2009

ジャカルタ中心部の独立記念公園、ガンビル駅も隣接し便利なところにあります。 中には、日本語の上手なガイドが日本人を探し... more

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4 of 5 stars
ブロモ   34 contributions
Jakarta
Mar 30, 2009

独立記念塔モナスはぜひ行った方がいいと思います。施設はちょっと古いですがジャカルタをすべて見渡せて、とてもきれいです。 ... more

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National Monument (MONAS) Address

Jl. Silang Monas | New Jakarta, Jakarta, Java, Indonesia
Tel: 021/681512