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Indonesia is the world's largest archipelago, stretching across more than 17,000 islands and three time zones. It is a land of incredible diversity, home to the world's largest Buddhist temple at Borobudur and over 700 distinct local languages and dialects.

  • 13Landmarks
  • 1684Oldest · Boen Tek Bio Chinese Temple
  • 75 mTallest · Universitas Pelita Harapan (UPH) Tower
  • 11Architects

Before you go

  • Fly intoSoekarno-Hatta (CGK)

    The airport's terminals are uniquely designed with traditional Javanese 'Joglo' roofs and lush tropical gardens located between the boarding areas. The newest Terminal 3 is a massive, high-tech facility that showcases contemporary Indonesian art and serves as the hub for the national carrier, Garuda Indonesia.

  • CurrencyIndonesian Rupiah (Rp)
  • LanguageIndonesian

    Bahasa Indonesia serves as the unifying language across the thousands of islands in the archipelago. It is a straightforward language with no grammatical gender, making it accessible for visitors to learn basic phrases.

  • Getting aroundTransJakarta & MRT

    TransJakarta is the world's longest Bus Rapid Transit system and utilizes dedicated lanes to avoid the city's heavy traffic. The new Jakarta MRT provides a fast, modern underground alternative for the city's main north-south corridor. The Railink airport train offers a premium, air-conditioned connection between Soekarno-Hatta and the city center.

13 landmarks in Tangerang

  1. The Breeze BSD

    Jl. BSD Grand Boulevard, Sampora, Kec. Cisauk, Kabupaten Tangerang, Banten 15345, Indonesia

    Known as the 'Mall Without Walls,' The Breeze is a pioneer in open-air commercial architecture in Indonesia. Designed to blend seamlessly with the natural landscape, it features extensive water features, lily ponds, and timber walkways. The complex avoids the traditional enclosed mall structure to promote a healthier, breezy environment for visitors. It serves as a premier lifestyle hub where modern retail meets lush, tropical greenery. The layout encourages pedestrian movement, making it a favorite destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts in the BSD area.

    Built
    2013
    Architect
    JERDE Partnership
    Style
    Eco-Modernism
    Height
    15 m (49 ft)
    Stories
    2
    Today
    Lifestyle Hub
  2. Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE)
    Photo: RasyaAbhirama13, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE)

    Jl. BSD Grand Boulevard No. 1, Pagedangan, Kec. Pagedangan, Kabupaten Tangerang, Banten 15339, Indonesia

    As the largest convention center in Southeast Asia, ICE is a massive structural feat that dominates the Pagedangan skyline. The building is defined by its distinctive wave-like roofline, which is composed of giant steel trusses and innovative materials. It features ten column-free exhibition halls that provide a vast, flexible space for international events and concerts. The facility is equipped with state-of-the-art technology to host everything from trade fairs to global summits. Its sustainable design includes advanced water recycling and energy-efficient lighting systems throughout the massive complex.

    Built
    2015
    Architect
    Cox Architecture
    Style
    Contemporary High-Tech
    Height
    35 m (115 ft)
    Stories
    3
    Today
    Convention Center

  3. Scientia Square Park (SQP) & SDC

    Jl. Scientia Boulevard, Curug Sangereng, Kec. Kelapa Dua, Kabupaten Tangerang, Banten 15810, Indonesia

    This central landmark integrates a digital-themed mall with an expansive four-hectare urban park. The architecture combines high-tech commercial facilities with rustic elements like rice paddies and koi ponds. It is a unique hybrid space where technology professionals and families can coexist in a green environment. The park features specialized zones for rock climbing, skate boarding, and even a butterfly farm. It represents a new era of urban planning in Gading Serpong that prioritizes community wellness and outdoor activity.

    Built
    2014
    Style
    Eco-Industrial Modern
    Height
    20 m (66 ft)
    Stories
    3
    Today
    Digital Hub / Urban Park
  4. Universitas Pelita Harapan (UPH) Tower
    Photo: Bennylin, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Universitas Pelita Harapan (UPH) Tower

    Jl. MH. Thamrin No. 1, Lippo Karawaci, Kec. Kelapa Dua, Kabupaten Tangerang, Banten 15811, Indonesia

    Standing as a dominant feature of the Lippo Village skyline, this tower is a hallmark of vertical educational design. It functions as a vertical campus that houses classrooms, administrative offices, and high-tech laboratories. The International Style aesthetic is characterized by its clean lines and reflective glass facade. From the upper floors, students and faculty enjoy panoramic views of the Karawaci area and beyond. The building remains a symbol of private higher education excellence and urban modernization in Tangerang.

    Built
    1994
    Architect
    Realrich Architecture Workshop (Renovations)
    Style
    International Style
    Height
    75 m (246 ft)
    Stories
    18
    Today
    Educational Facility / Office

  5. Boen Tek Bio Chinese Temple

    Jl. Bhakti No. 14, Sukasari, Kec. Tangerang, Kota Tangerang, Banten 15118, Indonesia

    As the oldest Chinese temple in Tangerang, this site is a profound reflection of Peranakan-Chinese heritage. The architecture features intricate wood carvings and traditional 'Yanwei' swallowtail roof ridges that signify its historical importance. Inside, the temple is filled with ancient altars, ornate lanterns, and the scent of incense. It serves as a spiritual anchor for the local 'Cina Benteng' community and is a protected cultural heritage site. The vibrant red and gold color palette has been meticulously maintained through generations of careful restoration.

    Built
    1684
    Architect
    Unknown (Traditional)
    Style
    Traditional Southern Chinese
    Height
    12 m (39 ft)
    Stories
    1
    Today
    Heritage Site / Temple

  6. QBig BSD City

    Jl. BSD Raya Utama, Lengkong Kulon, Kec. Pagedangan, Kabupaten Tangerang, Banten 15331, Indonesia

    QBig is a massive retail complex notable for its 'forest' of giant white steel pillars that support its expansive roof. The signature canopy creates a sheltered outdoor walkway that connects various large-format retail blocks. It utilizes lush landscaping and water features to create a cooling effect within the open-air plaza. The design focuses on high-ceiling spaces and a contemporary minimalist aesthetic that feels both airy and grand. It has become a primary destination for home improvement and family-oriented shopping in the BSD region.

    Built
    2016
    Architect
    Broadway Malyan
    Style
    Contemporary Minimalist
    Height
    25 m (82 ft)
    Stories
    2
    Today
    Retail / Public Space
  7. Benteng Heritage Museum
    Photo: Cun Cun, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Benteng Heritage Museum

    Jl. Cilame No. 20, Pasar Lama, Sukasari, Kec. Tangerang, Kota Tangerang, Banten 15118, Indonesia

    Located in the heart of Tangerang's Old Market, this is a meticulously restored 17th-century traditional Chinese house. It serves as a museum dedicated to the history of the Cina Benteng people and their unique cultural fusion. The architecture showcases dark wood structures and ornate interior courtyards that provide natural ventilation. Visitors can explore a vast collection of artifacts that illustrate the blend of Chinese and local Malay traditions. The building is considered one of the finest examples of heritage restoration in the entire Banten province.

    Built
    1684
    Architect
    Udaya Halim (Restoration)
    Style
    Chinese-Indonesian Vernacular
    Height
    10 m (33 ft)
    Stories
    2
    Today
    Heritage Museum
  8. Soekarno-Hatta Terminal 3
    Photo: Gunawan Kartapranata, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Soekarno-Hatta Terminal 3

    Pajang, Kec. Benda, Kota Tangerang, Banten 15126, Indonesia

    Terminal 3 is a massive contemporary infrastructure project designed with a 'smart and green' airport concept. Its high-tech aesthetic is defined by an expansive glass facade and a jagged, mountainous roofline that allows for ample natural light. The interior is famously filled with Indonesian contemporary art and large-scale digital installations to welcome international travelers. It utilizes sophisticated automated systems for baggage handling and check-in to enhance passenger efficiency. This terminal represents the gateway to Indonesia, blending modern engineering with national cultural identity.

    Built
    2016
    Architect
    Woodhead / PT. Pola Data Unit
    Style
    Contemporary High-Tech
    Height
    35 m (115 ft)
    Stories
    4
    Today
    Airport Terminal

  9. Green Office Park 9 (GOP 9)

    BSD Green Office Park, Jl. Grand Boulevard, Sampora, Kec. Cisauk, Kabupaten Tangerang, Banten 15345, Indonesia

    GOP 9 is the first office park in Indonesia to achieve the prestigious Gold Green Building certification. The building features an organic, curved shape with a central open-air atrium designed to maximize natural airflow. Its facade is covered in vertical greenery and sun-shading devices to reduce solar heat gain and energy consumption. It serves as a core part of the 'Silicon Valley of Indonesia' initiative located within BSD City. The workspace environment is designed to foster creativity and collaboration among tech-driven companies and startups.

    Built
    2016
    Architect
    WOHA Architects
    Style
    Sustainable Modernism
    Height
    28 m (92 ft)
    Stories
    6
    Today
    Eco-Friendly Office Complex
  10. Al-Adzhom Grand Mosque
    Photo: JahlilMA, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Al-Adzhom Grand Mosque

    Jl. Satria Sudirman, Sukaasih, Kec. Tangerang, Kota Tangerang, Banten 15111, Indonesia

    This mosque is world-renowned for having the largest dome in the world without any supporting pillars in the center. The structure consists of five overlapping blue domes that symbolize the five pillars of the Islamic faith. Its architecture is a bold modernist interpretation that combines Middle Eastern motifs with local Indonesian design elements. The mosque serves as the primary religious center for the city of Tangerang and a landmark for regional tourism. The spacious prayer hall provides a sense of immense openness and spiritual tranquility for thousands of worshippers.

    Built
    2003
    Architect
    Slamet Wirasonjaya
    Style
    Modernist Islamic
    Height
    40 m (131 ft)
    Stories
    2
    Today
    Grand Mosque

  11. IKEA Alam Sutera

    Jl. Jalur Sutera Boulevard No. 45, Alam Sutera, Kec. Pinang, Kota Tangerang, Banten 15143, Indonesia

    As the first IKEA store in Indonesia, this building is a massive example of industrial-scale retail architecture. Its iconic blue and yellow box design has become a landmark of the Alam Sutera commercial skyline. The store features a sustainable energy system including solar panels and a highly efficient waste management plant. The interior layout is meticulously designed to guide high-volume foot traffic through various domestic showrooms. It includes an integrated warehouse and a large-scale restaurant that serves as a popular destination in its own right.

    Built
    2014
    Architect
    IKEA Global Design Team
    Style
    Industrial Functionalism
    Height
    22 m (72 ft)
    Stories
    3
    Today
    Large-Scale Retail

  12. Traveloka Campus (Knowledge Hub)

    Digital Hub, Sampora, Kec. Cisauk, Kabupaten Tangerang, Banten 15345, Indonesia

    A signature building in BSD's Digital Hub, it features a futuristic 'interlocking' facade that stands out in the tech district. The design was specifically created to foster innovation through sustainable green terraces and collaborative open-plan spaces. It represents the rapid evolution of Tangerang into a regional tech capital for Southeast Asian unicorns. The building integrates smart technology to monitor energy usage and optimize the indoor climate for employees. It serves as the primary headquarters for Traveloka, one of Indonesia's most successful digital platforms.

    Built
    2020
    Architect
    Broadway Malyan
    Style
    Futuristic Modernism
    Height
    40 m (131 ft)
    Stories
    8
    Today
    Tech HQ / Innovation Center

  13. Digimap Apple Premium Partner (SMS)

    Summarecon Mall Serpong, Ground Floor, Jl. Boulevard Raya Gading Serpong, Kec. Kelapa Dua, Banten 15810, Indonesia

    Located within the Summarecon Mall Serpong, this store is a premier retail destination for Apple enthusiasts in Tangerang. It features the modern 'Apple 2.0' interior design, which emphasizes a clean, glass-dominated minimalist aesthetic. The space includes a dedicated Forum area used for educational workshops and creative sessions. It mirrors the look and feel of official global Apple Stores to provide a premium brand experience. As a Premium Partner, it offers comprehensive support and a complete lineup of the latest technology products.

    Built
    2023
    Architect
    Apple Retail Concept
    Style
    Modern Minimalist
    Height
    6 m (20 ft)
    Stories
    1
    Today
    Apple Premium Partner Store

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