Slipi has always been a lively part of Jakarta, with traders of all kinds converging to create a hive of commerce and activity. Famous for its trade in cloth and other local produce, the region is a colourful corner of town with a reputation far beyond its borders. Slipi is also the ideal base for exploring Central Jakarta, with its iconic Monas monument and other impressive colonialera buildings, including the Presidential Palace and the renowned National Museum, where the visitor will find the entire history of Indonesia on display.