One of the most thriving cultural, educational, and economic centres in Indonesia is Bogor Town on the island of Java, around 60km south of Jakarta. If you’re seeking quality Jakarta accommodation to host your stay in the country, a Jakarta serviced residence such as the Somerset Berlian Jakarta will provide you with an ideal home away from home. Bogor boasts a fascinating array of museums, some of which are amongst the largest and oldest in the country. The Zoological Museum is one such feature, built in 1894 by the Dutch as a complement to the Botanical Gardens, and features thousands of intriguing exhibits worth a look. The Museum of Ethnobotany features 2,000 exhibits, and the Museum of the Struggle chronicles the Indonesian liberation movement, all fascinating enclaves of culture. No matter what time of year you visit, Bogor also features a great series of festivals on arts and culture organized by the Presidential Palace and the universities. Another popular draw is the impressive Botanical gardens, as it dates back to the early nineteenth century and houses in excess of 6,000 tropical plant species. Gracing this Edenic locale are around 42 bird species that breed here. The presidential palace is another stunning piece of history, spreading over 28 hectares that include a lush park and small pond, and it also hosts a herd of tame deer, which are delight to behold when strolling the grounds. West Bogor boasts the impressive Lake Gede, surrounded by a forest reserve, and it is home to a host of recreation facilities such as boating and fishing.
Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and intends to visit them all someday.
