Irian Jaya Liberation Monument, Jakarta

Irian Jaya is a very important monument for the people of Indonesia that was built to mark the liberation of Irian Jaya (New Guinea) from the Dutch in 1963. The monument depicts a man breaking free from a chain and shackle with wide open hands. It was erected by Soekarno, Indonesia’s first president.

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Sight Name: Irian Jaya Liberation Monument
Sight Location: Jakarta, Indonesia (See walking tours in Jakarta)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

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