Indonesia, besides being the largest archipelago in the world, is known for its unique and mesmerizing beauty of nature with thousands of varieties of flora and fauna rarely found in other parts of the globe. It is a country of thousands of beautiful islands, inhabited by hundreds of different tribes and ethnic cultures representing a rare example of unity in diversity. Indeed, to say concisely, Indonesia symbolizes a fascinating diversity and hence it is the most varied tourist destination.
The beauty of Indonesia is still intact despite a series of natural disasters, which hit the country during the last few years. More and more tourists have been seen flocking at the various tourist sites, proving the fact that the international tourism industry has reposed its confidence in Indonesia again.
Thanks to the efforts of the Indonesian government, which worked hard to raise awareness among the people about tourism, about security and vibrant tourism industry. The Indonesian security agencies have already stepped up efforts to ensure safety and security in and around tourist destinations including hotels, malls and public places all over the country.
So far as the favorite tourist destinations in Indonesia is concerned, the capital city of Jakarta is considered a prominent one among them. It also ranks among the top destinations on the global tourism map. Jakarta has many facets and mysteries waiting to be discovered: The history, the hospitable people, the culture and above all the nature. Also, its metropolitan outlook is in harmony with the traditional diversity, which is the result of its multicultural lives. Home to more than 10 million people, Jakarta is also the center of government, economic and trade activities, cultural events, center of local and international conferences besides being a center of education and an important financial hub.
When you visit Jakarta, you will have a unique and exciting experience offered by the city’s abundant attractions. There are several government and private agencies, which will help you to discover Jakarta and rediscover this great city, which has been rich in tourism wealth, attractions and pastoral charm. But, you will be required to spare enough time to see the tourist attractions. On public holidays or on Sundays, one may avoid going to a few popular destinations — Bogor and Puncak highland — because of the heavy traffic. But, don’t miss them, they are worth-seeing. Your journey to Puncak will be very slow due to the popularity of this place to both foreign and domestic tourists. Contact your tour agents for more tips to enjoy visiting Jakarta and its surrounding attractions.
On behalf of the Indonesian people, I would like to invite Arab News readers and tourists from Saudi Arabia in particular and from all across the Middle East in general, to visit Indonesia and enjoy its hospitality, its endless natural beauty and its diversity with all fancy and fantasia. This, I am sure, you will not find anywhere else in the world.
Welcome to Indonesia.
Dr. Salim Segaf Al-Jufrie, MA
Ambassador of Indonesia
