RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta – The ‘Museum Transportasi’ or transportation museum at Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII) is one of Jakarta’s top educational tourism destinations. The museum showcases the long history and development of transportation in Indonesia.

Construction of this recreational complex began with the laying of the cornerstone in 1984. President Soeharto later officially opened the historical museum on April 20, 1991.

The exhibition complex inside the building is divided into four sections known as pavilions. These areas consist of the central, land, sea, and air pavilions.

In the central pavilion, visitors can view various traditional Indonesian modes of transportation. The vehicles here are powered by human strength, animals, or the wind.

Examples of traditional items on display include the andong (horse-drawn carriage), bendi (gig), becak (pedicab), and sailboats. All exhibits are meticulously maintained to ensure their preservation.

Meanwhile, the land pavilion houses various motorized vehicles for road and rail transportation. In addition to land vehicles, the museum features dedicated areas for water and air transportation.

The museum’s attractions are not limited to the interior. The outdoor area also features many large historical artifacts.

Visitors can view first-generation locomotives owned by Kereta Api Indonesia or Indonesian Railways outside the museum. The most valuable item in the collection is President Soekarno’s Special Train, which was used when the seat of the Indonesian government was moved to Yogyakarta.

For those interested in visiting, the museum is open from Tuesday through Sunday. Visiting hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Jakarta time, and admission is only Rp10,000 per person.