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National Monument (Monas)

National Monument (Monas) Tourism

National Monument (Monas) Tourism

Type of destination: Historical Monument
Ideal visit duration: 2-3 hours
The National Monument, commonly known as Monas, is located in the heart of Jakarta, the capital city of Indonesia. This towering monument stands at 132 meters and is topped with a flame covered with gold foil, symbolizing the spirit of the Indonesian people fighting for independence. Monas was built to commemorate the struggle for Indonesian independence from Dutch colonial rule. It was opened to the public in 1975 and has since been an enduring symbol of the country's freedom and nationalism. The monument is situated in Merdeka Square, with lush green parks surrounding it, making it a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. Visitors can ascend to the observation deck at the top of the monument for panoramic views of the bustling city. Inside the base of the monument is the National History Museum, which houses dioramas that portray the historical journey of Indonesia. Monas also serves as a venue for various national celebrations and community events throughout the year.
Top 5 Reviews on National Monument (Monas)
hocklie
Wrote on 24th Jun, 2024
Visited monas jakarta- bandung - bogor puncak.
Hello. We are a group tour from singapore and malaysia 8 adult. we visited this monument its amazing on afternoon,no rubbish we went inside walked the we went a half monument by card S$ for 1 perso..
PVJBETloginslot
Wrote on 13th Jun, 2024
a nice place
A nice place makes the heart and the atmosphere calm, it amazes me, my heart becomes amazed when I see this place. good good
Digibet4d
Wrote on 6th Jun, 2024
Good Place
This Place is gActually the place is quite nice and is also a historical monument, but sometimes there are some unscrupulous traders who are quite annoying in my opinionood but
L6380CEaguss
Wrote on 5th Jun, 2024
MONAS: A Towering Tribute to Indonesia's Resilience and Heritage
The National Monument (MONAS) in Indonesia stands tall as a symbol of the nation's pride and resilience. Located in the heart of Jakarta, MONAS is a towering monument that commemorates Indonesia's str..
H2428XOgs
Wrote on 24th May, 2024
Closes early
Nice monument nut closes before 3pm everyday and could see many tourist standing near the gates taking pictures. Best time will be in the mornings
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