Merdeka Palace, Presidential palace at Medan Merdeka Utara Street, Jakarta, Indonesia.
The neoclassical palace complex extends over 6.8 hectares of land, featuring grand columns, classical details, and landscaped gardens near the National Monument.
Built in 1879 under Governor-General Johan Wilhelm van Lansberge, the palace transformed from Dutch colonial residence to Indonesian presidential headquarters after independence in 1945.
The palace contains notable spaces like Ruang Kredensial for receiving state guests and Ruang Resepsi for state banquets and Indonesian performances.
The palace opens for monthly guard changing ceremonies on the last Sunday, requiring advance permission for interior visits due to active government operations.
The palace includes a ceremonial flagpole where the first Indonesian flag was raised, now used annually during Independence Day celebrations on August 17.
Location: Jakarta
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
GPS coordinates: -6.17017,106.82410
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:54
These palaces serve as official seats for monarchs and presidents. The buildings combine historical architecture with political function and document the evolution of state power. The rooms and gardens showcase various architectural styles and political periods of their respective countries.
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