akarta, officially known as the Special Capital Region of Jakarta, is the capital and largest city of Indonesia, and one of the most populous urban agglomerations in the world.
Jakarta has a tropical monsoon climate according to the Köppen climate classification system. Despite being located relatively close to the equator, the city has distinct wet and dry seasons.
world’s largest events
The wet season in Jakarta covers the majority of the year, running from October through May
Typically unbeknown-st to the world, Jakarta boasts some of the world’s largest music events and the many youth fans have attracted artists all around the world to regularly stop by Jakarta as part of their world tour, from rock concerts to Korean pop.
The largest event is the annual Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival that takes place each March for 3 days, filled with over 40 international and local artists performing jazz, R&B, and reggae songs.
The Hammersonic in April is a metal music event, while Java Rockin’ Land entices you to a June night of rock & roll, and the Djakarta Warehouse Project in December will make you dance and be entertained by world famous DJs.
JAVA JAZZ FESTIVAL
More international performers have confirmed their attendance at the Java Jazz Festival, the latest one being British musician Sting.
The singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist will collaborate with US trumpeter Chris Botti.
The confirmation came on Wednesday, a day after a media conference on the lineup of performers at the iconic music fest.
More international performers have confirmed their attendance at the Java Jazz Festival, the latest one being British musician Sting. The singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist will collaborate with US trumpeter Chris Botti.
The confirmation came on Wednesday, a day after a media conference on the lineup of performers at the iconic music fest.
Other international performers are David Foster, Robin Thicke, Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra, Level 42, Patty Austin, Boney James, Hiatus Kaiyote, Ron King Big Band, Relish, Candy Dulfer and Rick Braun.
