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  • What can visitors do at the Pasar Ikan fish market besides shop?
    They can watch people haggle over prices.
  • Where can visitors pick up souvenirs in Jakarta?
    At the Jalan Surabaya antiques market.
  • What has replaced the rickshaws in Jakarta?
    Motorized bajajs have replaced rickshaws.
  • What is the area of Jakarta in square kilometers?
    646 square kilometers.
  • Why were rickshaws banned in Jakarta?
    They were too slow and caused traffic problems.
  • What is the National Museum in Jakarta known for?
    It displays Indonesian culture, history, and art.
  • What famous monument can tourists visit in Jakarta?
    The Monas, or the National Monument of Indonesia.
  • What type of market can visitors find near the port of Sunda Kelapa?
    the Pasar Ikan fish market.
  • What gives Jakarta a futuristic feel when you first arrive?
    The city’s countless skyscrapers
  • What types of items are transported by boats at Sunda Kelapa?
    Boats bring coffee, tuna, and exotic fruits.
  • What is one activity suggested for tourists visiting Kota?
    Wandering around to see old architecture and canals.
  • Why is Jakarta highly polluted?
    The large number of trains, cars, and motorcycles