Jalan Thamrin

Jakarta

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Jalan Thamrin

There are gift boutiques and arts and craft stores in the lobbies of most of the large international hotels along Jalan Thamrin, as well as international newsstands. Jalan Thamrin houses also the flagship branch of Sarinah, the Indonesian department store chain, selling batik clothing, designer wear, sports equipment and leisure good - it is the perfect place to pick up bargain priced tropical clothing, swimwear and camping equipment.

Shopping

Over the last decade, Jakarta has become a major shopping destination, with numerous brand-new, air-conditioned shopping malls springing up all over the city, competing for popularity with long-established malls such as Blok M. International department store chains such as Sogo, Mark’s and Spencer’s and Metro, have also made an appearance, enriching Jakarta's shopping scene. A perfect souvenir might include traditional items, such as ikat and batik textiles, wood carvings from Bali and other islands, antique pottery and Dutch colonial antiques (though these are very often faked). Many international sports and leisure wear brands have factories in Jakarta, and sports footwear, sports clothing and designer wear are available at convenient prices.