The shopping experience in Jakarta is just as interesting as the many attractions dotted across this amazing city. It is true that there are malls, boutiques and even street vendors that afford a wholesome shopping experience for the ardent visitor but truly nothing tops the fantastic Jakarta Fair that this city hosts.

Every year the Jakarta International Expo hosts the renowned Jakarta Fair, a sale like no other. The fair is more like an exhibition that was created to celebrate Jakarta, its traditions, cultures and the many unique skills that come with it. The Jakarta Fair is not a mere shopping experience where you just pick up your bag and drop in what you like, pay for it and leave, the Fair is a fun day out for the whole family and it is stocked with plenty of delicious food, endless fun for the little ones, music performances, cultural shows, an array of exquisite exhibitions, amusement rides and plenty more. As its original objective, the Jakarta Fair happens to be an excellent event to soak up some authentic Indonesian culture. The exhibitions are particularly attractive as they display some interesting and unique handicrafts that you are unlikely to see anywhere else in the world. The fair is also an excellent place purchase an array of unique souvenirs.

The history of the Jakarta Fair is just as interesting as the many products it has on display. Inaugurated in the year 1967, the fair has steadily been held as an annual event keeping the spirit alive and progressing each passing year. The Jakarta Fair goes on for a good 30 to 35 days and is fun all the way. If you are planning to visit the city anytime between June and July, do not miss this exciting event.

In addition to the fair, Jakarta is adorned with plenty of exciting attractions. While holidaying in this part of the world, choose the Keraton at The Plaza, Jakarta as your hotel in Jakarta to stay at. All the plush facilities of this hotel, makes it an exceptional 5 star hotel Jakarta has to offer.

Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.

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