Jakarta

The white-columned building dates to 1868, and the modern wing opened in 2007; together they comprise one of the top archaeological museums in the region. — Frommer's

In complete contrast to the polish and modernity at the Museum Bank Indonesia next door, this banking museum is all but empty, with echoing corridors and stilted mannequins. — Lonely Planet

Also known as Museum Kesejarahan Jakarta, the Jakarta History Museum is housed in the old town hall of Batavia, a stately Dutch colonial structure that was once the epicentre of an empire. — Lonely Planet

Standing in the middle of Merdeka, Monas, literally "National Monument", is a 137m obelisk topped by a flame made of 35kg of fine gold. — Michelin Guide

Also known as Museum Bahari, the Maritime is housed in a 17th-century spice warehouse in the old harbor area of Batavia; the location alone makes a visit worthwhile. — Frommer's

Istiqlal is Arabic for "Independence," and Jakarta's prized mosque was built to celebrate Indonesia's independence. — Afar Magazine

Here "Mini" means miniature. All of Indonesia (or almost) is represented in Lilliputian scale! This 100ha theme park mingles leisure and nature with culture. — Michelin Guide

Sailing ships call in here from all across the archipelago today. And as you stroll around you'll see all manner of cargo—lumber, spices, coal—being unloaded from the elegant wooden schooners. — Afar Magazine

Glodok is Jakarta's bustling Chinatown, home to a massive population of Chinese who first began migrating here in the 17th century. — Afar Magazine