Learn About Palaces in Indonesia While Joining a Jakarta Cultural Religious Tour with Jakarta Walking Tour

When a palace was usually meant for kings and royals, in Indonesia, a palace is known as a building where the president resides or carry presidential duties. In Indonesia, there are several presidential palaces that spreads around the country. A few of them are such as the Merdeka Palace and State Palace, that is in the heart of Jakarta City, Yogyakarta Presidential Palace in Yogyakarta, Cipanas Palace in Cipanas, and Bogor Presidential Palace in Bogor.

Where to Walk Around and Find the Merdeka Palace While Joining the Jakarta Cultural Religious Tour

As the name suggests, the Merdeka Palace is on Merdeka Street, on the north side of the Merdeka Square in Central Jakarta, Indonesia. Within the same complex, the State Palace also exists. So, it is convenient to walk around the Central Jakarta area on Jakarta Cultural Religious Tour to find the building.

Learn About the Past and Present Function of Merdeka Palace on Jakarta Cultural Religious Tour

In the past, which is the colonial era of Indonesia, the palace is originally a building where the Dutch’s governor general resides. After Indonesian independence, the palace has become the residence of the president of Indonesia, as well as official state events until these present days. The Independence Day Ceremony is held here every year.

Find More Historical Buildings Around Central Jakarta with Jakarta Cultural Religious Tour

Aside from historical palaces, there are many different iconic historical buildings to explore such as places of worship, museums, governmental buildings, and more. To know better, come to Jakarta and take a walk with Jakarta Walking Tour. We can learn about the history, culture, and cuisine of the city together. See you around!