The city of Bogor has been the preferred place of a quick getaway for Jakartans. It’s a relatively short drive through Jagorawi toll, which makes an ideal destination for a day trip with friends and family. Although Bogor has factory outlets, handbag industries (hello, Tajur), and plenty of yummy traditional food and cozy restaurants, for me personally, Bogor is represented by two places: Kebun Raya Bogor and Istana Bogor.
While most of us have enjoyed Kebun Raya Bogor as it is open to public, I’m sure that many have always wondered about the presidential palace, Istana Bogor. If we drive along the crowded Jl. Juanda, we’ll see rolling green lawn around the palace. The band of deer grazing on the lawn or sticking their cute noses on the fence, a grand white building, and lush green background of Kebun Raya adding to the charm of the palace.
As a history buff, I’ve always been interested in palaces. I’m curious to see up close the architecture of the building, the interior design, the history behind the structure, and most of all, how the palace serves its current inhabitants. Now, I don’t know my chance of ever been invited to Istana Negara in Jakarta, but I’m happy that Istana Bogor is actually open for public! (more…)
