Taman Impian Jaya Ancol, an theme playground in northern Jakarta, is one of the most eye-catching places offering the largely inhabited town of Jakarta. It has all the activities people demand for; Sea Community, Dream Community, Atlantis Water Experience and Harbour Seaside. This is Jakarta's biggest and most popular entertainment playground. It is designed on recycled beach area at the Bay of Jakarta, having, sea and water fish tanks, regularly, an manufactured lagoon for sportfishing, enjoying water sports, go-karting, an variety of clubs, dining establishments, a steam-bath and rub shops. The Ancol complicated has a Harbour, Dunia Fantasi (Fantasy Land), a golf course, accommodations and a drive-in cinema. The "Pasar Seni" or art market has a different selection of Indonesian handmade items, artwork and gifts on sale. At a close by open-air cinema art shows are presented using the local language.
Inside the Ancol Dreamland, there is Ancol Art Market, it is outdoor art market likely recreational place where we will be most tempted to purchase something. Items include antiques, handicrafts, painting, potters, and knickknacks. With many of the artisans working on site, it is a paradise for souvenir hunters and art lovers. This colorful open-air market located in the Ancol Amusement Park provides the unique experience of not only buying quality Indonesian arts and craft, but also a chance to see and meet the artisans at work. We can watch puppet makers, wood-carvers, painters, and many other craft makers from throughout the archipelago cheerfully working on their creations. At this art and handicraft market, visitors get to watch Indonesian artists creating their masterpieces. Hundreds of artists from all over the country congregate here to exhibit their work, making the spot a fascinating place for tourists and art connoisseurs. We can even get a portrait of our self-done. Both traditional and modern art and crafts are on display, including paintings, sculptures, traditional Indonesian wayang kulit (leather puppets), gemstone jewelry and many other artistic products. Art performances are frequently held at the Art Market (Pasar Seni) inside the Jaya Ancol Dreamland on Jakarta's beach. They normally range from wayang kulit shadow plays to folk dances and modern drama. This location is open Monday to Saturday, from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
