Taman Impian Jaya Ancol
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Taman Impian Jaya Ancol otherwise known as Ancol Dreamland is an integral part of Ancol Bay City, a resort
destination located along Jakarta
's waterfront, in Ancol
Kelurahan, Pademangan
, Indonesia
.
It is owned by PT. Pembangunan Jaya Ancol Tbk., who also manage the resort and develop housing estates along Jakarta Bay. Ancol Dreamland opened in 1966 and is currently the largest integrated tourism area in South East Asia, boasting an international championship golf course
, a theme park, hotels and other recreational facilities. There are 27 rides at Fantasy World, 8 pools at Atlantis Water Adventure and 8 shows at Ocean Dream Samudra.
, & PT Global Mediacom Tbk. The theme park is divided into eight regions which are Jakarta, Indonesia, Asia, Africa, America, Europe, and Fantasi Hikayat (Legendary Fantasy) region featuring Ancient Greece
and Ancient Egypt
architecture. The theme park complies with international standards through ISO 9001:2000 certification. All extreme rides in Dufan is now protected by MNC Life Assurance.
Among its most popular attractions are the Halilintar twisted roller coaster
ride, Niagara flume
ride, Istana Boneka (a local version of Disney's It's a Small World) and Balada Kera (Monkey Parody – animatronics show) Theater show. Other attractions include Bianglala (ferris wheel
), Kora-Kora (swinging ship
), Poci-Poci (spinning cups ride), and Hysteria.
Several of the latest and newest rides are Kicir-Kicir (Power Surge
) (2004), Perang Bintang (Star Wars) (2005) - an interactive dark ride, Meteor Attack (2006) and Tornado (Windshear by Zamperla
) (2007). In July 20, 2011 due to electricity failure, Tornado stalled making panic among the 15 passengers on board, although there are no casualties. The passengers were then evacuated from the ride using ladders. Some seasonal attractions include Le Belles cabaret show, Russian Circus and Euro Kids Circus.
A former theater that used to house the Rama Shita ride was also emptied and converted into a large indoor exhibition hall, occasionally hosting special shows. As of now there are no publicly announced plans to use the space for future rides.
Since June 21, 2011 Dunia Fantasi (Dufan) will open Kalila Adventure Animatronic Theater which most complete in the world. The theme stories are about Beautiful Indonesia.
Group & MNC
Group. Occupying over five hectares of land, this water park
is themed on the mythological underwater world of Atlantis
. Its facilities include a wave pool, continuous flowing river pool, rainbow ball pool, waterfall pool, several slides, two children's pools, five restaurants, and a food court that was imported from India, Brazil, Spain, Bangladesh. A volleyball court and event center are also available to accommodate the needs of visitors.
. The trained animal shows include a dolphin
show and sea lion
show. The 4D theater projects 3D image movies with sensations such as cool breezes and water sprays located inside a large building with Mesoamerican pyramid theme. On 2011 Ocean Dream Samudra will be revitalized with the budget Rp.27 billion ($3.1 million).
and PT MNC SKyvision
, SeaWorld was opened in 1996 as the largest oceanarium in South East Asia at the time. It features the acclaimed Antasena tunnel as well as the sea friends pool, main pool, alligator pool, and shark pool.
, and the Festival Beach is owned by PT Infokom Elektrindo & PT Nusantara Vision
. British band Iron Maiden
has played for the first time in Indonesia on 17 February 2011 at the Carnival beach site, to over 25,000 strong crowd.
, it will be built in 2011 with an budget of Rp.15 billion ($1.7 million).
.
Busway. Because Ancol Dreamland is so large, effective transportation has been a concern. Some transportation methods around Ancol Dreamland include becak (rickshaw) and other vehicles such as train ride from the east entrance to Carnaval beach, and gondola to help tourists navigate around the area to their next destination.
Resort
A resort is a place used for relaxation or recreation, attracting visitors for holidays or vacations. Resorts are places, towns or sometimes commercial establishment operated by a single company....
destination located along Jakarta
Jakarta
Jakarta is the capital and largest city of Indonesia. Officially known as the Special Capital Territory of Jakarta, it is located on the northwest coast of Java, has an area of , and a population of 9,580,000. Jakarta is the country's economic, cultural and political centre...
's waterfront, in Ancol
Ancol
right|thumbnail|Ancol Carnival BeachAncol is an Administrative Village in Pademangan Subdistrict, North Jakarta, Jakarta. It is located in the coastal lowland of Jakarta. Ancol is bounded by Jakarta Bay to the north, Sunda Kelapa harbor to the west, and Kali Japat canal to the east. Ancol has the...
Kelurahan, Pademangan
Pademangan
Pademangan is a subdistrict of North Jakarta, Jakarta, Indonesia. The area of Pademangan stretches from the Sunda Kelapa Harbor on the east to the western area of Tanjung Priok Harbor to the east. Pademangan also covers the area that was formerly known as Kemayoran Airport...
, Indonesia
Indonesia
Indonesia , officially the Republic of Indonesia , is a country in Southeast Asia and Oceania. Indonesia is an archipelago comprising approximately 13,000 islands. It has 33 provinces with over 238 million people, and is the world's fourth most populous country. Indonesia is a republic, with an...
.
It is owned by PT. Pembangunan Jaya Ancol Tbk., who also manage the resort and develop housing estates along Jakarta Bay. Ancol Dreamland opened in 1966 and is currently the largest integrated tourism area in South East Asia, boasting an international championship golf course
Golf course
A golf course comprises a series of holes, each consisting of a teeing ground, fairway, rough and other hazards, and a green with a flagstick and cup, all designed for the game of golf. A standard round of golf consists of playing 18 holes, thus most golf courses have this number of holes...
, a theme park, hotels and other recreational facilities. There are 27 rides at Fantasy World, 8 pools at Atlantis Water Adventure and 8 shows at Ocean Dream Samudra.
Dunia Fantasi / Dufan (Fantasy World)
Dunia Fantasi is Jakarta's own theme park complete with over 30 rides and attractions. Dufan is owned by PT Pembangunan Jaya Ancol, PT Bhakti Investama TbkBhakti Investama
PT Bhakti Investama Tbk is an Indonesian investment company.- History :PT Bhakti Investama Tbk was established in Surabaya on November 2, 1989 and moved its headquarters to Jakarta in February 1990...
, & PT Global Mediacom Tbk. The theme park is divided into eight regions which are Jakarta, Indonesia, Asia, Africa, America, Europe, and Fantasi Hikayat (Legendary Fantasy) region featuring Ancient Greece
Ancient Greece
Ancient Greece is a civilization belonging to a period of Greek history that lasted from the Archaic period of the 8th to 6th centuries BC to the end of antiquity. Immediately following this period was the beginning of the Early Middle Ages and the Byzantine era. Included in Ancient Greece is the...
and Ancient Egypt
Ancient Egypt
Ancient Egypt was an ancient civilization of Northeastern Africa, concentrated along the lower reaches of the Nile River in what is now the modern country of Egypt. Egyptian civilization coalesced around 3150 BC with the political unification of Upper and Lower Egypt under the first pharaoh...
architecture. The theme park complies with international standards through ISO 9001:2000 certification. All extreme rides in Dufan is now protected by MNC Life Assurance.
Among its most popular attractions are the Halilintar twisted roller coaster
Roller coaster
The roller coaster is a popular amusement ride developed for amusement parks and modern theme parks. LaMarcus Adna Thompson patented the first coasters on January 20, 1885...
ride, Niagara flume
Flume
A flume is an open artificial water channel, in the form of a gravity chute, that leads water from a diversion dam or weir completely aside a natural flow. Often, the flume is an elevated box structure that follows the natural contours of the land. These have been extensively used in hydraulic...
ride, Istana Boneka (a local version of Disney's It's a Small World) and Balada Kera (Monkey Parody – animatronics show) Theater show. Other attractions include Bianglala (ferris wheel
Ferris wheel
A Ferris wheel is a nonbuilding structure consisting of a rotating upright wheel with passenger cars attached to the rim in such a way that as the wheel turns, the cars are kept upright, usually by gravity.Some of the largest and most modern Ferris wheels have cars mounted on...
), Kora-Kora (swinging ship
Pirate ship (ride)
A pirate ship is a type of amusement ride, consisting of an open, seated gondola which swings back and forth, subjecting the rider to various levels of angular momentum....
), Poci-Poci (spinning cups ride), and Hysteria.
Several of the latest and newest rides are Kicir-Kicir (Power Surge
Power Surge (ride)
Power Surge is a high-impact thrill ride designed by Italian ride manufacturer Zamperla. The Power Surge was first operated in 1999, and is produced in both trailer-mounted and park versions...
) (2004), Perang Bintang (Star Wars) (2005) - an interactive dark ride, Meteor Attack (2006) and Tornado (Windshear by Zamperla
Zamperla
Zamperla is a designing and manufacturing company in Vicenza, Italy. It is best known for creating thrill rides and roller coasters worldwide. The company also makes smaller coin operated rides commonly found inside shopping malls....
) (2007). In July 20, 2011 due to electricity failure, Tornado stalled making panic among the 15 passengers on board, although there are no casualties. The passengers were then evacuated from the ride using ladders. Some seasonal attractions include Le Belles cabaret show, Russian Circus and Euro Kids Circus.
A former theater that used to house the Rama Shita ride was also emptied and converted into a large indoor exhibition hall, occasionally hosting special shows. As of now there are no publicly announced plans to use the space for future rides.
Since June 21, 2011 Dunia Fantasi (Dufan) will open Kalila Adventure Animatronic Theater which most complete in the world. The theme stories are about Beautiful Indonesia.
Atlantis Water Adventure
Atlantis Water Adventure was built on the former site of Gelanggang Renang (Swimming Courtyard) and owned by IndosatIndosat
PT Indosat Tbk., formerly known as PT Indonesian Satellite Corporation Tbk. is a provider of telecommunication services in Indonesia. It is the third largest telecommunication company for mobile services in Indonesia after defeat by XL Axiata...
Group & MNC
Media Nusantara Citra
PT Media Nusantara Citra Tbk is a media company in Indonesia founded in 1997. It is a 70% owned by PT Global Mediacom Tbk.- Broadcasting Media :* PT Rajawali Citra Televisi Indonesia , 100 % ownership...
Group. Occupying over five hectares of land, this water park
Water park
A waterpark is an amusement park that features waterplay areas, such as water slides, splash pads, spraygrounds , lazy rivers, or other recreational bathing, swimming, and barefooting environments...
is themed on the mythological underwater world of Atlantis
Atlantis
Atlantis is a legendary island first mentioned in Plato's dialogues Timaeus and Critias, written about 360 BC....
. Its facilities include a wave pool, continuous flowing river pool, rainbow ball pool, waterfall pool, several slides, two children's pools, five restaurants, and a food court that was imported from India, Brazil, Spain, Bangladesh. A volleyball court and event center are also available to accommodate the needs of visitors.
Ocean Dream Samudra
Ocean Dream Samudra features several animal shows, a small aquarium, and a 4D theater and owned by PT Global Informasi BermutuGlobal TV (Indonesia)
Global TV is an Indonesian private television station based in West Jakarta. It is established in early January 1, 1998 and first went on air on January 1, 2001 with MTV programming....
. The trained animal shows include a dolphin
Dolphin
Dolphins are marine mammals that are closely related to whales and porpoises. There are almost forty species of dolphin in 17 genera. They vary in size from and , up to and . They are found worldwide, mostly in the shallower seas of the continental shelves, and are carnivores, mostly eating...
show and sea lion
Sea Lion
Sea lions are pinnipeds characterized by external ear-flaps, long fore-flippers, the ability to walk on all fours, and short thick hair. Together with the fur seal, they comprise the family Otariidae, or eared seals. There are six extant and one extinct species in five genera...
show. The 4D theater projects 3D image movies with sensations such as cool breezes and water sprays located inside a large building with Mesoamerican pyramid theme. On 2011 Ocean Dream Samudra will be revitalized with the budget Rp.27 billion ($3.1 million).
SeaWorld
Owned by Lippo GroupLippo Group
The Lippo Group is a major Indonesian conglomerate founded by Mochtar Riady. The Lippo Group began with Bank Lippo, later using this as a platform for regional property development projects. These projects, throughout Indonesia and China, are akin to Irvine, California's development...
and PT MNC SKyvision
Indovision
Indovision is a subscription-based direct broadcast satellite or direct-to-home satellite television and radio service initially in Indonesia. Indovision is currently owned by PT MNC Skyvision.-History:Indovision began operations in 1994....
, SeaWorld was opened in 1996 as the largest oceanarium in South East Asia at the time. It features the acclaimed Antasena tunnel as well as the sea friends pool, main pool, alligator pool, and shark pool.
Beaches
There are two main beaches within the resort, the Carnival and Festival beach. The Carnival Beach(Pantai Carnaval) is owned by PT Rajawali Citra Televisi IndonesiaRCTI
RCTI is Indonesia's first privately owned television network and is based in West Jakarta. RCTI broadcasts Indonesian Idol as well as sinetron , films, news and current affairs, reality shows and religious programs...
, and the Festival Beach is owned by PT Infokom Elektrindo & PT Nusantara Vision
OkeVision
Okevision is a brand name made by PT Nusantara Vision, and is a subscription based Satellite Television. Launched in November 2008, it is one of the newest satellite television service available in Indonesia....
. British band Iron Maiden
Iron Maiden
Iron Maiden are an English heavy metal band from Leyton in east London, formed in 1975 by bassist and primary songwriter Steve Harris. Since their inception, the band's discography has grown to include a total of thirty-six albums: fifteen studio albums; eleven live albums; four EPs; and six...
has played for the first time in Indonesia on 17 February 2011 at the Carnival beach site, to over 25,000 strong crowd.
Pasar Seni
Pasar Seni is an Art Market that started over 25 years ago and owned by PT Cipta Televisi Pendidikan Indonesia. It has become a center for handicrafts and art products. This art market has an open state, plaza, and souvenir shops. Pasar Seni has also became a center where artists would create and sell their products. Pasar Seni Ancol will be change into MNC Art Market soon.Executive Golf Fun
Ancol's Golf Course has recently relaunched as Executive Golf Fun. This is Indonesia’s first international beach golf course with 18 holes spread over an area of 33 hectares. The golf course has a pro-shop, an executive room, a meeting hall and restaurants.Jaya Bowling
Ancol Dreamland has several facilities for games and entertainment. One of these facilities is Jaya Bowling. This bowling center is the first and largest bowling center in Indonesia. Indonesia's National Bowling Training Center is in Jaya Bowling.Eco Park
Owned by PT Smartfren Telecom Tbk, PT Media Nusantara Informasi Global, & PT SUN Televisi NetworkSUN TV Indonesia
SINDOtv is an Indonesian television channel owned and operated by Media Nusantara Citra....
, it will be built in 2011 with an budget of Rp.15 billion ($1.7 million).
Ocean Eco Park
Owned by MNC Life Assurance, PT Bhakti Capital Indonesia, and PT Media Nusantara Informasi TbkSeputar Indonesia
Seputar Indonesia, English: Around Indonesia, is Indonesia's longest running newscast carried by a private television station. It appeared on RCTI at October 1, 1989 as Seputar Jakarta before it evolved to go nationwide in July 1, 1990...
.
Transportation
Ancol Dreamland can easily be reached by car, motorcycle or the TransJakartaTransJakarta
TransJakarta is a bus rapid transit system in Jakarta, Indonesia. It was the first BRT system in Southern and Southeast Asia. TransJakarta started on January 15, 2004. As of March 2011, there were 10 corridors in operation, with five more to be built...
Busway. Because Ancol Dreamland is so large, effective transportation has been a concern. Some transportation methods around Ancol Dreamland include becak (rickshaw) and other vehicles such as train ride from the east entrance to Carnaval beach, and gondola to help tourists navigate around the area to their next destination.
Gondola
This is the latest transportation alternative in the area. The Gondola is a skylift cable car system with thirty-seven cars built along the shore of Jakarta's bay. It offers a view of the resort and the sea as well as the city.Hotels
- Putri Duyung Hotel is the home of contemporary beach cottages with over 137 waterfront rooms.
- Mercure Convention Centre is a four-star contemporary hotel that consists of a hotel tower and large mice facility.
- Hotel Raddin Ancol is an Accor's MercureMercureMercure may refer to:* MERCURE, an atmospheric dispersion modeling CFD code developed by Électricité de France* Mercure Hotels, a chain of hotels run by Accor* French ship Mercure * Dassault Mercure, a French airliner built in the 1970s...
managed hotel located by the side of Dunia Fantasi.