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Jakarta has been called a study in contrast. Its rapid growth into a metropolitan
city, however, is a reflection of the economic, political, social and industrial
development of the nation. Sports in Jakarta is an integral part. ISCA (International
Sports Club of Indonesia) is one of the best groups of sporting buffs. Jakarta,
being the capital metropolis of Indonesia, offers ample of sporting facilities.
Sports in Jakarta includes football, basketball, badminton, tennis, boxing,
Frisbee, etc. Besides, some adventure sports in Jakarta like caving, Chinese
shadow boxing, hand gliding, paragliding, jet skiing, horse riding and such
other sports are also a favorite here. Water sports are also popular here.
Some Popular Sports in Jakarta
Jakarta is home of several football clubs. The most popular of them is Persija,
which regularly plays its matches in the Lebak Bulus Stadium. The biggest stadium
in Jakarta is the Bung Karno Stadium. With a capacity of more than 100,000 seats,
it is one of the biggest stadiums in the world.
The Kelapa Gading Sport Mall in Kelapa Gading, North Jakarta, is the home arena
of the national basketball team of Indonesia. Many international basketball
matches are played in this stadium. The Senayan sports complex is comprised
of several sport venues, which include Bung Karno soccer stadium, Madya Stadium,
Istora Senayan, a shooting range, a tennis court and a golf driving range.
Badminton courts can be found either at one of the many sports complexes in
the city. Even Chinese Shadow-Boxing competitions can be watched at Loka Sari
and JL Mangga Besar. Horse Riding is another favorite adventure sport in Jakarta.
There are a few other spots closer to Jakarta itself where one can partake in
this enjoyable activity that’s fun for the whole family. Jogging Tracks
are scattered throughout the city and some hotels also provide these facilities.
Adventure Sports in Jakarta
Horse Racing is a wonderful spectator sport and Jakarta plays host to numerous
races annually. Ice Skating can be done at Jakarta's own Skyrink. Jet Skiing
is another sport in Jakarta that can be done at numerous beachfront hotels.
Paintball is a game where you can get blasted by an opponent wearing military
gear and armed with a paintball gun at one of two locations in the city. River
Rafting can be done in West Java. Some adventurous sports like Rock Climbing,
Jungle Trekking and Mountain Climbing are suitable for all skill levels and
found in Jakarta. Squash courts can be found at a number of hotels as well as
sporting complexes throughout Jakarta. Caving (Spelunking) offers thrills that
are different from most other adventure sports.
Water Sports in Jakarta
There are several formal and many informal dive clubs based in Jakarta Snorkelling
and Diving are famous among the diving enthusiasts in Jakarta. Surfing and Windsurfing
is popular water sports in Jakarta. You can also enjoy sailing here. There are
sunset cruises or trips to the outlying islands. Swimming can be done at one
of Jakarta’s many beaches or at one of the numerous public swimming pools
around the city, if your hotel doesn’t already have one. Besides, fishing
is a great way to pass the time of day when on holiday in Jakarta.
Jakarta boasts of two waterside parks which provide fun for the whole family.
One is found within the Ancol Dreamland complex and the other adjoins Pondok
Indah Mall shopping complex in South Jakarta.
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