The Banteng Field, Pasar Baru, Sawah Besar, Central Jakarta

Beautiful Sunset Lapangan Banteng, which is located in Central Jakarta, has now become one of the favorite open spaces for Jakarta residents to spend weekends or just chat while enjoying the sunset. The revitalization of Banteng Field, which was completed in 2018, has made this field an attractive spot to spend weekends with family, friends or partners. The Banteng Field, which began to be revitalized during the era of DKI Jakarta Governor Basuki Tjahaja Purnama alias Ahok and was inaugurated by Governor Anies Baswedan. The specialty of this park is the dancing water show which can be watched every weekend at 18.30, 19.30 and 20.30 WIB. The history of Lapangan Banteng is actually long enough to be discussed. Previously, this place was called Waterlooplein or Waterloo Field. Quoted from a book entitled The Origin of The Place Names in Jakartaor The Origins of Place Names in Jakarta by Rachmat Ruchiat, during the Dutch colonial administration, Banteng Square was known as Singa Field. This is because in the middle of the field is a monument to the victory of the war in Waterloo with a lion statue on it. However, during the Japanese occupation, the monument was torn down. After that, at the initiation of Bung Karno, the West Irian Liberation Monument was built. This monument was created to commemorate the Trikora fighters and the people of West Irian who chose to become part of the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia. Bung Karno hoped that anyone who looked at him would have their adrenaline pumping, their sense of nationalism sparked, and be proud of the fighters for the country. Now, Opening hours In accordance with PSBB Transition provisions Monday - Friday from 05.00 - 18.00 WIB Saturday from 05.00 - 11.00 WIB Sunday from 14.00 - 18.00 WIB Facility - Vehicle Parking Area - Soccer Field - Bathroom/MCK - Rest Area - Sports Area Advanced Information Address: Pasar Baru, Sawah Besar District, Central Jakarta City, DKI Jakarta 10710 #pindle #pindleindonesia #pindlegemindonesia #guidebook #wonderfulindonesia #mytravelstory2 Source : https://jakarta-tourism.go.id/article/detail/lapangan-banteng