How to Enjoy Christmas in Jakarta

Just as in innumerable other countries across the globe, Christmas is celebrated enthusiastically in the nation of Indonesia. Christians are a significant minority in this country and this special time of the year is a major festive occasion. Should you be in the capital, Jakarta, at this time of the year, you will have the opportunity to experience a host of enjoyable festivities. Provided below are some suggestions with regard to celebrating Christmas in this captivating city. 

Experience the festivities 

Like in other major cities, Christmas is a joyous time in Jakarta, with many appealing festivities and celebrations organized. In past years, programmes like the popular ‘Christmas in Jakarta’ have been organized to promote religious harmony. You may also have the opportunity to view the splendid Christmas Light Festival, an absorbing light show that is projected onto well-known buildings in the city. You could additionally enjoy presentations of Christmas carols at this time of the year, while you can look forward to shopping at the vibrant Christmas markets staged in Jakarta as well. 

Eat Christmas cookies 

Whilst a variety of festive foods are available in Jakarta during Christmas, you should undoubtedly take the opportunity to savour some of the delicious Christmas cookies during your visit. These would include the delectable Nastar which happens to be a butter cookie filled with pineapple jam; you may also try out the cheese cookie known as Kastengel. Another delight is the Snow White cookie, a tasty butter cookie with a coating of cheese and powdered sugar. Various other Christmas specialities could also be savoured in Jakarta at Christmastime. 

Admire the Christmas trees and decorations

Throughout Indonesia, shopping malls and other public places are attractively decorated at the end of the year, with massive beautifully adorned Christmas trees. The Christmas trees to be found in Indonesia would often be synthetic ones composed of plastic. However, genuine pine trees could also be found in this country, with many being brought in from West Java. In the past, even a mammoth edible Christmas tree composed of chocolate was fashioned by local chocolatiers! Just as in other countries, Santas could often be seen in Jakarta malls making them ideal places to visit with children. A Jakarta accommodation to consider from which you could easily visit key malls during the festive season including Lotte Shopping Avenue would be Ascott Kuningan Jakarta.

Play in the snow at Trans Snow World 

Many people in the West enjoy playing in the snow and making snowmen at Christmastime and you will have the opportunity to experience activities like these during your visit to Jakarta at Trans Snow World. There happen to be a couple of Trans Snow World branches in proximity to the Indonesian capital, with one at Bekasi and another at Bintaro; both of these attractions offer the same snow-filled winter experience with lots of fun for the whole family.

Skate at Sky Rink Jakarta 

Another marvellous Christmas experience in the Indonesian capital is going skating at the attractive Sky Rink Jakarta which you will find at Taman Anggrek Mall. This sizable skating rink is counted among the largest of its kind in Indonesia and as you might expect, going skating here would be a captivating activity with the controlled temperature adding to its allure.

Dine whilst enjoying Gondola Ancol 

Taking a ride on the Gondola Ancol cable car would be an enthralling experience at any time of the year but it will be particularly attractive at Christmas, providing you with the opportunity to enjoy an intimate meal with your loved one whilst taking in the spectacular views. Here, you would have the chance to admire the skyline of the city from a unique perspective. Naturally, this will be a memorable experience for visitors to the Indonesian capital in this most enchanting holiday season.