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National Monument
Monumen Nasional
4.9
4.4/5
285 reviews
based on 4,209 reviews
No. 11 of Best Things to Do in JakartaOpen Opening hours of National Monument
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–3 hours
Address:
Merdeka Square, Jakarta, Jalan Lapangan Monas, RT.5/RW.2, Gambir, Central Jakarta City, Jakarta 10110, Indonesia
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Phone:Ticket inquiry: +62-21-3853040
National Monument attraction highlights
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Jakarta's most popular landmark is certainly a large one: the Monas obelisk stands at 132 meters and is capped with 35 kilograms of gold. It was finished in 1975 and houses a number of museums, including Freedom Hall and the Hall of Contemplation. Admission is free of charge.
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