March 1-3, 2013. Jakarta plays host to people of many races, ethnic groups, countries, backgrounds, cultures, religions & political views, all gathering in the name of jazz, the language that unites them.
Late-August annual screenings by The Society of Indonesian Films, top films from all over the world, features, shorts, documentaries, special themes & focus events. Sensitive to conservative religious backlash in past years, organizers are keeping a low profile online this year, so reliable information on films & venues is hard to find.
Schmutzer Primate Center | Ragunan Zoo (Jalan Harsono, Rm 1)Among largest primate houses in the world, gorillas, chimpanzees & orangutans. Facilities designed so animals can decide to be seen, or not; natural food sources growing in the enclosures; swinging canopy bridges to experience life in the trees. Breeding center to contribute to wild populations by releasing healthy apes and monkeys to natural habitats. The nearby Ragunan Zoo is a 363 acre park of many trees and over 3,000 animals.
76-105 coral islands, more or less, depending on tides, 45 km north of the city. Day excursion marine environment, escape from the big, hot, busy city for diving, snorkeling, fishing, & lazy beach time. Marine nature conservation area: coral reef ecosystem of fish, giant clams, colorful sea worms, coastal birds & turtles.
