Depok

Depok is a city in the province of Western Java in Indonesia. The city, with a population of almost 2 million, is part of the Jabodetabek Greater Jakarta metropolitan area and is just south of the national capital. One of the most prestigious universities of the nation and the University of Indonesia and is located here.

How to travel to Depok

Rent a Car or Limousine in Depok

There is one primary street from Jakarta into Depok, Jalan Margonda Raya, which also passes the University of Indonesia campus. It is thus not hard to imagine that the road can be very crowded in the mornings and the evenings. Another way in is via the Jagorawi toll road that leads from Jakarta to Bogor. Just south of Jakarta and there is an exit to the short Cijago toll road that leads straight to the downtown of Depok. This toll road is planned to be extended westwards to South Tangerang.

Travel by train to Depok

Depok has five train stations along the railway from Jakarta to Bogor, from north to south being Universitas Indonesia, Pondok Cina, Depok Baru, Depok train station GPS -6.40442,106.81708, and Citayam stations. The stations are served by the yellow and red lines of Jakarta's commuter train network (KA Commuter Jabodetabek). The yellow line runs from Jatinegara station in East Jakarta via a loop through North, West, Central, and South Jakarta to Depok, and then further to either Bogor to the south, or Nambo station to the east. Some trains terminate at Depok station and therefore do not call at Citayam. The red line runs from Kota station in Jakarta's old town (West Jakarta) via Depok to Bogor. Also for this line, some trains terminate at Depok station. Ticket prices from Jakarta to Depok are roughly Rp.3,000. Travel duration from Jakarta to Depok is between 25 and 70 minutes, depending on the place of departure in Jakarta.

The train stations in Depok are not served by long-distance trains. Instead, long-distance trains can be taken from Gamvir stations in Jakarta

Take a bus to Depok

Next to Depok Baru train station and there is Depok bus terminal GPS -6.39157,106.82433. At the terminal and there is a wide range of shuttle vanes and buses to and from destinations throughout Depok, Jakarta, and the wider conurbation. In addition and there are intercity buses to destinations including throughout Western Java, including Bandung and Sukabumi. There are currently no direct buses to and from Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. The nearest bus terminals with direct DAMRI bus airport service are Pasar Minggu in South Jakarta and Kampung Rambutan in East Jakarta.

How to get around in Depok

There are dozens of shuttle van (angkot) routes throughout Depok, with many of them connecting to South Tangerang and Jakarta. Angkots follow a fixed route, but there is no fixed schedule and there are no fixed stops. To get on, simply raise your hand. To get off, simply shout "Kiri!" to the driver, so he will pull over on the left (Depok Indonesian: kiri) side of the road. The price of an angkot ride within the city is fixed at Rp.3,000. It is best to ask a local which angkot route to take, and how to recognise the location you want to get off.

Taxi ranks are available outside the shopping malls and hotels, and especially easy to find at the main artery Jalan Margonda Raya. The main reputable taxi companies of Jakarta, including Blue Bird and Express, also have branches in Depok. Online ride-hailing such as Grab and Gojek are abundant and can be booked through the respective apps.

What to see in Depok

Old Depok, an area south of the modern Depok which is considered to be the foundation of the modern city, was founded by Cornelis Chastelein as a local Christian congregation named "DEPOC" (De Eerste Protestante Organisatie van Christenen). This area is inhabited by Christianized former slave families of Cornelis who inherited his land after his death in 1714, known today as Belanda Depok (which means "Dutch Depok", due to their ability to speak Dutch). The area consists of old colonial-era homes and an old church, which dates back to the year Cornelis died; its church bell was built in 1675. University of Indonesia campus Universitas Indonesia and the University of Indonesia has a beautiful campus with several lakes and interesting architecture.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Depok

Cycling, walking and jogging at the University of Indonesia Campus are common recreational activities during weekends in Depok. On Sundays and there is a market just outside of the campus where you can buy affordable things from food to CDs, and from clothes to utensils.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Depok

At the end of the year, it's the durian season; durian is a tropical fruit sold by local residents along the road from Depok to Bogor. Durians here are affordable and good enough with price ranging from Rp.5,000 - Rp.30,000. Don't hesitate to bargain the price and tell them that you only pay a good one. The seller will choose the fruit for you, open a small hole and take a little fruit for you to taste. If you're satisfied with the taste and they will open the whole fruit for you if you want to finish the fruit in their place.

Depok Town Plaza Detos One of the several shopping malls in Depok. This mall includes a wide range of shops, cafés, and restaurants, as well as a 21Cineplex cinema.

Halal Restaurants

Along the primary streets to Jakarta (Jalan Margonda Raya) and Bogor (Jalan Raya Bogor) and there are some Halal restaurants with various cuisines, from (Sundanese) and (Javanese) to Western. Cheap meals can be found especially in student cafés at or around the university campus.

Like other cities in Western Java province, Depok has similar drinks. The variety of options are young coconut water with ice and palm sugar, mixed chunk fruit and jelly with ice, blended fruit with ice. They are refreshing for a really hot day.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Depok

Depok - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Depok, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Depok. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Depok and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Depok. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Depok. Key components include:

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Depok, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Depok, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Depok without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Depok is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Depok.

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Muslim Friendly hotels in Depok

• Hotel Bumi Wiyata Along Depok's primary street, a three-star hotel with fitness, spa, and swimming pool.
• Hotel Santika Depok Three-star hotel along the primary street, between the downtown and the University of Indonesia campus.
• The Margo Hotel Depok Luxury hotel near the Pondok Cina train station.
• For longer-term staying and the Margonda Residence Apartments, located on Margonda Raya is quite useful. It costs between IDR 1,350,000 to IDR 1,700,000 per month for a studio room, with a minimal contract of three months. As yet, it is the only apartment in Depok although others are being built. It is across the road from Universitas Indonesia, on the north part of the city, and thus is safe from much of the traffic jam in the city (although one still has to negotiate the traffic on the Jakarta side).

More Muslim Friendly Destinations from Depok

• Bogor — Nearby city, famous for its extensive botanical gardens.
• Puncak — the mountain pass on the way from Bogor to Bandung, with Rice fields and tea plantations.

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