The National Monument of Jakarta is the "Monas". This is one of the monuments built during the Sukarno era of fierce nationalism. It stands for the people's determination to achieve freedom and the crowning of their efforts in the Proclamation of Independence in August 1945. The 137-meter tall marble obelisk is topped with a flame coated with 35 kg. of gold. The base houses a historical museum and a hall for meditations. The monument is open to the public and upon request the lift can carry visitors to the top which offers a bird's eye view on the city and the sea.
Our group was able to see the monument in different angles and in different time of the day. It stands majestically right in the center of Jakarta. Every one noticed its golden flame symbolizing the aspirations of the Indonesians.
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