A Tapestry of Tales: Exploring Indonesia’s Rich Heritage at the National Museum of Indonesia

The oldest museum in Southeast Asia carries the impressive burden of representing Indonesia's different regions, peoples and periods.

I’ve not spent any meaningful time in Indonesia’s capital, so when I was in Jakarta recently for a work trip, I eagerly set aside time for the National Museum of Indonesia. Located in Central Jakarta, just west of Merdeka Square and the National Monument, the Museum Nasional Indonesia is a spectacular showcase of the country's archeological, historical,…