Hello everyone, how are you? I hope you're all well. I recently visited Ancol. There's not only a beach there, but also an Ereveld cemetery. The name of the place is Ereveld Ancol. This is a Dutch cemetery complex for Dutch civilians, Dutch soldiers, and several Indonesians who died during World War II.
I've reviewed it in the Menteng Pulo area. This place is unlike other cemeteries. However, it's quite calming, perfect for those seeking tranquility amidst the hustle and bustle of Jakarta. This place holds a historical significance for the Indonesian people. In fact, it's still managed and maintained by a Dutch institution.
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The word Ereveld comes from the Dutch language, meaning "field of honor." Erevelds actually exist in several countries, including Indonesia. In Indonesia, Erevelds are also found in several regions. Next time you travel, let's visit them. There are 22 Erevelds in Indonesia. What about the Erevelds here?
Ereveld Ancol was inaugurated after Indonesian independence, on September 14, 1946, and is managed directly by the Dutch War Cemetery Foundation. You can reach this site by Wara-Wari bus. Don't forget to mention this if you want to go there.
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This place reminds me of a peaceful final resting place. It's a place for me to continue reflecting on my life. This place isn't as large as Ereveld Menteng Pulo, only three hectares. This area used to be frequently flooded, but this is no longer the case.
There are also pavilions representing other religions, such as Christianity, Buddhism, and Islam. This is evident from the design. Here, there are 1,546 pavilions representing victims of the war from 1942 to 1945. Some of the people buried here were exiled to various locations. In fact, some pavilions don't even have names.
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One of the natives became a national figure and the first Director of the Eijkman Institute. I have reviewed this institution. He was Professor Achmad Mochtar, who was slandered and executed on July 3, 1945. The Mohin Mindi (or "tree") was the site of his execution.
This tree is a historical tree, as 200 people were executed there. This time, the tree is preserved. That's all the story I can share. I can't tell you any more about this place. What do you think? See you later.
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