Jakarta’s entertainment is mostly
centered around malls. The nightlife is surprisingly lively. Drinks for two are
around Rp.
100.000 – 200.000 (around USD 10 – 20) and to enter a club you have to rake out
another Rp.
80.000 – 100.000 (around USD 8 – 10) per person.
The cinemas here are also mostly
located in malls. Watching movies in Jakarta is a very cheap way to keep
yourself occupied, at only Rp. 15.000 (around USD 1.5) on
weekdays and Rp.
35.000 (around USD 3.5) on Fridays and weekends. State of the art, plush Blitz Megaplex
offers comfy seats, big screens, surround sound and some English subtitled
films.
Concerts are also a popular passtime.
Over the years, many music promoters have succeeded in bringing international
artists to perform in Jakarta. The ticket price for attending a music concerts
varies depending on the artist performing. It can range from reasonable Rp.
300.000 – 700.000 (around USD 30 – 70) to over the top at Rp.
700.000 – Rp.
2.000.000 (around USD 70 – 200).
Living in Jakarta can at times be
frustrating, with the congested traffic, the lack of green and huge distances
one needs to cover. But there are advantages too: there are many things to
explore, see, hear and to eat! If you want to survive in and explore Jakarta, a
little patience and a whole lot of positivity can be very useful along the way.
Enjoy Jakarta!
Source: Jakarta Entertainment
Photo: X2 Nightclub in Jakarta filled to
the brim, By: Rollan Budi
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