On the Nation’s Capital

July 28, 2009

Area: 650 sq km
Inhabitants: 8.5 million (day), 11.5 million (night); subdistricts of 2010-2030, 12.5 million, (including Bogor, Depok, Tangerang, and Bekasi) around 20.5 million.

Traversed by 13 rivers
40% (24,000 ha) of its area are lowlands, especially in North Jakarta territories, like the Bambu, Papanggo, and Warakas rivers, which lie below tidal sea level.

Flood Area (2007): 99 locations

Central Jakarta
1. Kebon Melati
2. Karet Tengs...

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