Tanjung Timur, Private agricultural estate in Jakarta, Indonesia
Tanjung Timur is a private agricultural estate in Jakarta that spans across multiple acres of cultivated land with traditional farming methods and administrative buildings integrated throughout. The property is organized with distinct zones for crop cultivation and structures that support daily operations.
The estate was established in 1756 as one of the early private agricultural territories under Dutch colonial administration in Jakarta. It developed as part of the broader system of land management that Europeans introduced to the region.
Local farming families have worked this land for many generations, passing down their knowledge and methods to their descendants. The way the estate is managed today still reflects these traditional practices and the deep connection between the people and the soil.
Access to the estate is through the main entrance near the Tanjung Jabung administrative complex, with guided tours available by request. It is best to arrange your visit in advance to ensure someone is available to show you around.
The estate represents one of the few remaining examples of the Particuliere landerij system, a Dutch colonial land management structure that was distinctly Indonesian in adaptation. Its survival offers insight into how European administrative models shaped the region during colonial times.
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