Monas Allure Draws Thousands of Visitors, Including Foreign Tourists During Easter Holiday

The National Monument (Monas) area once again became a destination for tourists seeking open space and historical traces in the heart of the capital during the Easter holiday. The arriving visitors created a typical long Weekend atmosphere in Jakarta, blending family recreation and Cultural Tourism.

The Head of the Monas Area Management Unit (UPK), Muhammad Isa Sarnuri, recorded a surge in visits on Friday, April 3, 2026.

"Visitor numbers at the Monas area on April 3, 2026, totaled 2,567 people," stated Muhammad Isa Sarnuri in Jakarta.

Thousands of visitors spanning generations spent their holiday at Monas. Specifically, 1,522 adults and 979 children utilized the area not only as a Tourist Destination, but also as an open-air learning space about Indonesian history.

Interestingly, an international presence was noticeable at Monas plaza.

Fifty-nine Foreign Tourists visited the capital's icon, dominated by 20 visitors from China. Malaysia followed with 11 visitors, and South Korea with nine.

Others came from Bangladesh, England, Italy, and Germany—a snapshot of how Monas remains a global meeting point in Southeast Asia.

For many visitors, Monas represents more than just a 132-meter towering monument—it symbolizes the nation's journey.

Amid expansive gardens and pedestrian paths, tourists enjoyed cycling, leisurely walks, and capturing moments with the iconic obelisk backdrop.

During the Long Holiday period, Monas extended its hours to accommodate high visitor interest.

On Friday-Sunday, the tourist area opened from 06:00 to 22:00 WIB, while main monument access was available from 08:00 to 22:00 WIB.

On working days (Tuesday-Thursday), operational hours were shorter (06:00-18:00 WIB). The area closes every Monday for routine maintenance. (Antara)