Arriving in the capital of Indonesia in mid-April, one can witness the country's longest and largest exhibition. We are talking about the Indonesian International Motor Show. This is a great time not only for businessmen and engine manufacturers but also for those who just want to check new car concepts. Indonesia Convention Exhibition serves as the main venue. One of the most multifaceted events in the festival life of Jakarta takes place in September when the time comes for the Jakarta-Japan Matsuri Festival. Its program includes local cuisine tasting, an art exhibition, musical and theatrical performances, and all this happens at various locations throughout the city.
The Jakarta Soulnation Festival dedicated to music takes place at the end of September in Istora Senayan. This is a major event inviting many world-famous stars. Here you can listen to all genres of popular music - R'n’B, hip-hop, rap, soul. Many music fans are trying to attend the festival because organizers are doing their best to make it really fun. Another interesting festival takes place in July in Sunda Kelapa Harbour and is called Pesisir. Here you can listen to traditional folk music, as well as enjoy dances and theatrical performances of the indigenous people - and hence explore the multifaceted local culture.
August 17 is a traditional date for celebrating Indonesian Independence Day. This day wouldn't be complete without military parades, raising the national flag, mass festivities, and general fun. Veterans are honored, state officials give impressive speeches on television, and the holiday itself is an official day off. In addition, the audience is offered interesting and distinctive competitions, music and dance programs.
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