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History
Monas
is just one of the obelisk scattered in urban centers around the world.
Sukarno's famous flamboyant as it prefers the monument as a symbol of a giant
phallus. Not surprisingly, the capital of the country is a symbol of a man's
virility symbol (phallus). Sukarno was a visionary who was not half-hearted and
farsighted. He did not allow the construction of the phallus alone. At the same
time, he also ordered the construction of “partner”, ie, as a symbol of women's
Yoni, just above the monument. Be the monument as it looks now, a symbol of the
union building Lingga and Yoni, a symbol of men and women.
Historically,
128.70 meters high building was built in the era of President Sukarno, in 1961
to be exact. Initially, the contest was held by Sukarno to find the best symbol
as an icon of the nation's capital. The President finally fell in love with
concept Obelisk designed by Friederich Silaban. But the time of its
construction, Sukarno feel less comfortable and then replace it with a Java
architect named Raden Mas Sudarsono. Sukarno is an engineer Sudarsono to
dictate his ideas to be Monas as we can see today.
National
Monument lighthouse project development is actually done when the financial
condition of the country in a critical period very great. At that time, Sukarno
also working on other projects that might be considered more “noble”, namely
the construction of the Istiqlal Mosque, the largest mosque in Southeast Asia.
Faced with difficult choices, preferring Sukarno finally completed projects
Monas earlier than the house of God. Interestingly, two major projects were
completed when President Sukarno was no longer in power after the uprising G 30
S PKI.
Size and Content Monas
Monas
was built at 132 meters and yoni phallus-shaped. The entire building is covered
by marble.
Flame
At the
top there is a cup that is topped with a bronze flame height of 17 meters and a
diameter of 6 meters with a weight of 14.5 tons. This flame coated gold
weighing 45 kg. Flame monument consists of 77 sections joined together.
Peak court
Top
court breadth of 11 × 11 m. To reach the top court, visitors can use the
elevator to travel about 3 minutes long. All around there are stair lifts
emergency. From the top of the monument, visitors can see the skyscrapers
buildings in the city. Even if the air is clear, visitors can see Mount Salak
in West Java and the Java Sea to the Thousand Islands.
Lower court
Under
the court of the extent of 45 × 45 m. Height of the base under the Monument to
the court 17 meters. In this section visitors can see Monument Park which is a beautiful
city forest.
Historical Museum of the National Struggle
At the
bottom of the monument there is a large room that is the National Museum.
Height is 8 feet. This museum displays the history of the struggle of the
Indonesian nation. This comprehensive museum is 80 × 80 m. On the fourth side
of the museum there are 12 dioramas (show window) that displays the history of
Indonesia from the era of kingdoms Indonesian nation ancestors until G30S PKI.
The Reason Why a national monument Be Known by Whole World
Monas
is a building with a flame torch lights on it looks really pretty with the
green trees at the edges. Is no different trees figura or frame. Monas stands
with stout. With ivory-colored flame, which is represented by a gold-plated statue.
Monas can
be known by many people because Monas is a historic building in Jakarta and now
Monas is a recreation area located in the heart of the city. With its beauty
and beauty invites travelers to visit the tourist places they did not hesitate
to spend a day in that place.
Diverse facilities at Monas
Diverse facilities at Monas
Enjoy
the green areas in the city center has become an interesting thing. Yes, the
presence of green areas with grass and shade trees will be found since we
stepped foot into this region. This area is a unique piece, not only as
decoration but this area so our government will show seriousness city forests.
So although the construction goes on, area green area remains a important
existence to maintain the balance of nature.
A
variety of trees and plants adorn there, gurgling fountains in some corner of
the area is able to bring the feel cool even in hot climates a metropolitan
area. Some animals are also present there, his voice is also increasingly
diverse make the atmosphere more beautiful there. And we can let go of tired
after walking or jogging-ria while enjoying it all on special benches provided
by the manager there. Closed his eyes for a moment and enjoy the atmosphere
there would be a precious moment for the citizens of the capital after the
daily activities offered by the density.
So no
wonder if many people in the know Monas and the many visitors who come to her
every day enjoying the beauty of the place. What is certain presence of the
monument as a place miniature history of this nation has been able to foster a
sense of pride for our nation of Indonesia.
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