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Jakarta Closes Major Roads Every Sunday Morning for Car Free Day

Jakarta, often ranked among the world's most polluted cities, closes key roads every Sunday morning from 6 to 10 AM for a car free day, allowing pedestrians and families to enjoy the usually congested city center.


Thomas Rivière
Thomas Rivière
September 21, 2026  ·  1 min read
B-Empire Magazine
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Jakarta, the Indonesian capital frequently ranked among the world’s most polluted cities, now holds a “car free day” every Sunday morning.

From 6 AM to 10 AM, parts of the city’s major roads are closed to motorized traffic. This initiative aims to reduce the chronic air pollution affecting the metropolitan area.

During this time, pedestrians, runners, and families can occupy Jakarta’s city center, which is usually overwhelmed by traffic jams and pollution.

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