Jakarta will have carnival to mark its 480th anniversary tonight

JAKARTA (JP): A cultural carnival to mark the city’s 480th anniversary is scheduled to be held Saturday night.

The third annual event will start at 7 p.m, taking route from governor’s office in Jl. Merdeka XXX to Jl. Thamrin, Hotel Indonesia boulevard, and back to National Monument (Monas), Elshinta radio reported.

Public is warned to anticipate traffic congestion around the areas suring the event, which will be participated by many decorated cars, marching bands, cavalry, and several traditional dance performances.

The carnival is predicted to cost the city some Rp 500 million (US$55,500).