Kebayoran Baru, Planned residential district in South Jakarta, Indonesia
Kebayoran Baru is a planned residential district in South Jakarta featuring wide tree-lined streets, grand mansions, government buildings, embassies, and modern shopping centers spread across ten sub-districts. The area includes multiple parks that break up the urban layout.
The district was established in 1948 as a satellite town following garden city principles, with development completed in 1955 under architect Moh Soesilo's direction. This planned expansion was designed to provide structured residential space beyond Jakarta's older core.
The district hosts the annual Ennichisai Festival in Blok M, where Japanese traditions and performances draw thousands of visitors together. This event reflects the diverse communities that have made this residential area their home.
The area connects through Kebayoran Station, the TransJakarta Busway system, and various entry points to major roads heading to central Jakarta and surrounding regions. Because the district spans a wide area, visitors should plan time to move between different sections.
The area maintains its original block-based naming system instead of adopting the standard sub-district model used throughout the rest of Jakarta. This distinct approach to organization makes it easier to navigate and gives the district a character different from other parts of the city.
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