Bogor

Bogor, once a cool hill-station retreat from the heat of Jakarta, now resembles a suburb of its bustling sister city. The town is renowned for the Bogor Botanical Gardens, established over 200 years ago, which feature a diverse collection of flora. Visitors can also explore the area’s colonial-era architecture, characterized by grand, historic buildings. For those seeking natural beauty, Bogor serves as an ideal starting point for excursions to the Puncak Highlands, where lush greenery and tea plantations await.