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Tracing

The History of Jakarta

Sunda Kelapa, the first port built in Jakarta Bay area,
marks the beginning of Jakarta city.

unda Kelapa port is known as a historical site in era. As a matter of fact, the entry gate of the port is
Jakarta, since its existence always associated especially designed so that the visitors could sense
S with the establishment of Jakarta in June 22 , the story behind the place, a history lies within Sunda
nd
1527. Back then, the area that is situated in Penjaringan Kelapa port.
sub-district, North Jakarta, played a significant role in
the city’s development, for it was served as the entry Head of Sunda Kelapa Port Authority and
and exit gate for various commodities. Harbourmaster (KSOP) Class III office Roni Fahmi
said Sunda Kelapa plays a significant role in the
The spirit and atmosphere of that busy port lingers development of Jakarta in the past, since the port
until today. Rows of heavy-lift ships and busy porters was the first port in Jakarta Bay area.
becomes an everyday-view at this area.
As a historical port, Sunda Kelapa area will always
Sunda Kelapa also holds a very beautiful scenery be protected and maintained. In fact, the originality
seen from the historical sites left from Dutch colonial of its buildings, architecture and port services must
era. You can see their unique architecture and always be protected, including the special service for
ornaments, which gives a distinctive look of colonial people’s ships carrying basic goods.

Rows of ships are
neatly arranged and
hustle-bustle of busy
porters are everyday
view at Sunda Kelapa
port.

Credit:
Safran H.

6th EDITION 2021
6th EDITION 2021
Sarana Informasi Pemerintah Provinsi DKI Jakarta
Sarana Informasi Pemerintah Provinsi DKI Jakarta