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Depok is a city in West Java, Indonesia, which has been emerging as an intriguing tourist destination. This city is home to the historic University of Indonesia, the oldest tertiary-level education institution in the country. Though it is a higher education institution, the University of Indonesia is also open to the public. Adorned with greeneries, and lakes, and also home to one of the biggest libraries in Indonesia, the University offers a tranquil retreat.  

Home to a huge Muslim population, the city houses the Dian Al-Mahri Golden Dome Mosque, a mosque with Middle-Eastern style architecture and domes made of gold. Additionally, for history buffs, Depok features the Pondok Cina Old House, which has now been used as a coffee shop. Apart from that, you can go on a culinary tour to taste typical dishes from Depok.

Depok has become an attractive tourist destination because this city is able to weave its tradition with modernity. This makes it an intriguing city to visit for tourists who are looking to enjoy cultural treasures, natural wonders, and contemporary delights.

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To travel in the city of Depok, you can use angkot. This mode of transportation is quite affordable. You can also easily find angkot on the streets of Depok. You can stop public transportation on the side of the road. There are 24 routes available and route information is also available on the internet. Angkot rate is also affordable, starting from IDR 5,000 for the general public and IDR 3,000 for students. Angkot rates may differ depending on the route chosen.

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What to do in Depok?

In Depok, there are many things to do. If you are looking to cool off during a hot day, you can go to some water parks like Taman Wisata Pasir Putih, Pondok Zidane, or Depok Fantasi Waterpark. You can also visit the University of Indonesia to enjoy greeneries or check out the collections at the university’s central library, which is one of the biggest libraries in the country.

Additionally, you can visit historical tourist attractions in Depok, such as the Pondok Cina Old House. Those seeking beautiful panoramas and eye-catching landscapes can visit the Wiladatika Flower Garden. Don't forget, you can also enjoy various typical Depok culinary delights, such as dodol belimbing, a sweet sugar palm-based confection made with starfruits, starfruit jam, or grilled perkedel.

What are the top tourist destinations in Depok?

Depok has a number of popular tourist attractions to visit. First, this city has lots of waterparks, such as Depok Fantasi Waterpark, Green Lake View Waterpark, Pondok Zidane, and Pasir Putih Tourism Park. Sports enthusiasts who want to experience a new holiday sensation can go to Arthayasa Stables & Country Club for horse riding.

You can also visit the University of Indonesia and get around using its iconic yellow bus, or go to Margo City if you’re looking to shop at a shopping center.


What can we eat in Depok?

Depok offers a variety of delicious foods, ranging from hearty meals to snacks. One must-try snack is "cireng" with rujak spices, a typical West Java delight. It has a crispy and salty outer layer, with a soft and savory texture on the inside. When paired with the spicy and sweet rujak chili sauce, it creates a tantalizing flavor that will delight your taste buds.

Additionally, exploring typical Sundanese dishes is a must, given Depok's location in West Java. The city has many Sundanese restaurants, so don't miss the chance to savor the authentic flavors of Sundanese cuisine during your visit to Depok.

What is best known in Depok?

Depok is famous for its star fruits or belimbing, in Indonesian. In fact, the city is nicknamed Kota Belimbing, or Star Fruit City, and this fruit is often used to make all sorts of dishes, like dodol belimbing or star fruit jams. Depok even offers an agrotourism that is focused on star fruits. If you go to the Belimbing Dewa Agrotourism area, you can learn more about this cute-shaped fruit and get hands-on experience in harvesting them.

How to get around Depok?

Getting around Depok is a breeze with an array of transportation options at your fingertips. From traditional metered taxis to the convenience of online ride-hailing services, including taxis and motorcycles, plus the iconic angkot, buses, commuter lines, and the modern Jabodebek LRT – the city has it all for your commuting needs!

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