There Is A 'Christmas In Jakarta' In Kota Tua, Governor Anies: Invites The Family To Spend Time Together

DKI Governor Anies Baswedan (Photo via Facebook Anies Baswedan)

JAKARTA - The DKI Provincial Government held a "Christmas in Jakarta" to enliven the Christmas Day. This series of activities started two days ago, 15 December 2021 to 1 January 2022.

"All preparations for the event have followed health protocols. Invite family and friends to spend quality time together," said DKI Governor Anies Baswedan via Instagram account @aniesbaswedan in Jakarta, Friday, December 17.

The DKI Jakarta Provincial Government together with collaborators held various activities to celebrate Christmas, namely the Christmas Market on 18-23 December 2021 at Fatahillah Park, Kota Tua.

The Christmas market was held from 08.00-20.00 WIB and was also enlivened by live music performances presenting 30 performers.

The DKI Provincial Government presents around 30 MSME players at the Christmas Market through a business product bazaar, museum tours, and even Christmas trees.

This activity is free of charge and open to the public by implementing health protocols, including having been vaccinated, wearing masks and maintaining distance.

Then the Christmas Light Festival on December 15, 2021 to January 1, 2022 at 10 public space points in Jakarta and the Christmas Carol on December 21-23 2021 at seven locations in Jakarta starting at 17.00-19.00 WIB.

"We will be treated to a variety of delicious food and interesting works from SMEs, decorative lights that beautify the city of Jakarta and special musical performances from the capital's talents," Anies added.

Previously, Anies issued Governor's Decree (Kepgub) Number 1473 of 2021 concerning the Enforcement of Community Activity Restrictions (PPKM) level one which was signed on Tuesday (14/12).

In the gubernatorial decree, Anies also stipulates special provisions for the Christmas and New Year holiday period from December 24, 2021 to January 2, 2022, one of which is to eliminate Christmas and New Year celebrations at malls, except for the MSME exhibition.