Tanah Abang, Commercial district in Central Jakarta, Indonesia.
Tanah Abang is a commercial district in central Jakarta that mixes modern office towers with one of Indonesia's largest textile markets. The area combines shopping malls, street-level vendors, and office spaces within a few blocks, creating a blend of business and retail activity.
The textile market started in the 1700s and became one of Jakarta's main trading hubs over time. Modern office towers and commercial buildings grew around this traditional market core during recent decades.
The district name translates to 'Redland' and contains seven administrative villages that represent different aspects of Jakarta's urban development.
The area is easy to reach by public transport and gets crowded during peak shopping hours. A pedestrian bridge connects different sections of the market, making it easier to walk between the thousands of shops without crossing street traffic.
The district has grown into one of Asia's largest textile trading hubs, with thousands of small shops connected by traders who work daily together. Many vendors here come from families that have traded textiles for multiple generations.
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