Bekasi – Ten days before Christmas, sellers of Christmas decoration trinkets on Jalan Juanda, Bekasi, are busy as residents flock to buy ornaments for their homes, churches, and schools.

Bekasi

Bekasi is a city in West Java, Indonesia, located on the eastern border of the capital, Jakarta. Historically, it was part of the ancient Tarumanagara kingdom in the 5th century, with archaeological evidence like the **Bekasi Inscription** found in the area. Today, it is primarily known as a major industrial and residential hub supporting the Jakarta metropolitan region.

Jalan Juanda

Jalan Juanda is a major thoroughfare in Jakarta, Indonesia, named after Djuanda Kartawidjaja, the nation’s last prime minister and a key figure in its early independence. Historically significant, the road runs through central areas like Menteng and passes near important landmarks such as the National Monument (Monas) and Istiqlal Mosque, reflecting its role in the city’s administrative and cultural life.