As we know, Jakarta is surrounded by concrete jungle and dizzying traffic jams. However, there are several green open space become he shade of the city. One of them is Mataram Park in Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta, which is only 100 meters from Al-Azhar University..
Some types of ornamental plants are planted to give color and joy, such as Red Kana Flowers (Canna Indica), Gold Trumpet Flowers, Tabebuya Yellow Flowers (Tabebuia Caraiba), Mandevilla, and Brush Bottle. There are also productive trees such as Spondias dulcis trees (kedondong), bignay trees (pohon buni), and jackfruit trees that help shade the park.
With a cool, beautiful and green atmosphere, the park which previously was a gas station is also equipped with various facilities such as a jogging area, park benches, kids playground, simple gym facilities, to free Wi-Fi. Because of its convenience, the Mataram Park is often used as a location for the community to gather.
You can invite your children to play here, exercise, or just enjoy the atmosphere of a shady park. With no charge, the Mataram Park can be a very cheap alternative to a fun holiday.