National Monument (Monas)
The National Monument (Monas)
Indonesia, Jakarta
The National Monument, or Monas for short, is located in the heart of Jakarta. Erected in the 1970s, this obelisk, over 130 meters high, is a symbol of Indonesian freedom. On the ground floor of the tower is a small museum dedicated to the history of Indonesia. On the upper floors of the monument is an observation deck, which can be reached by elevator.