Pram Says Pasar Baru Will Be Transformed into a 24-Hour Culinary District

Jakarta (ANTARA) – Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo said Pasar Baru would be transformed into a 24-hour culinary tourism district once construction of the Monas–Harmoni MRT extension was complete.

Pramono, as he is commonly known, said Pasar Baru would also become a new hub alongside Blok M and Kelapa Gading.

“We are waiting for the MRT to be completed. Once the MRT reaches Monas–Harmoni, we will prepare Pasar Baru as a new hub and a 24-hour culinary tourism destination, which I describe as being like Myeongdong in Korea,” Pramono said in South Jakarta on Friday.

He said Pasar Baru would be revamped to make it an attractive place for residents and tourists.

Pramono said the Glodok area would be given a Chinese theme, while Kota Tua would be designed in a European style.

“There are several places near Pasar Baru that will have their own themes. First, Glodok Chinatown will certainly have its own distinctive character. And finally, Kota Tua will also have its own distinctive character,” Pramono said.

He said the themed destinations were intended to show that Jakarta had more to offer than Blok M.

He also hoped the areas would draw large numbers of visitors, like Blok M.

“Hopefully, these plans can be realised, and I am confident we can make them happen,” Pramono said.