Last thing people might think about going to Indonesia is to indulge in shopping. One would consider going to Indonesia for the unique foreign land experience that every one looks for. But do not let the foreign land experience overwhelm you. This place is a shoppers paradise. You need to realize that most of your dresses, shoes and purses are manufactured here. From big brands to locally designed goods, one can find everything. And if you find a Dolce Gabbana outfit or purse at a price not meant for it, there is a slight change that it is the real deal.
The best place to shop in Indonesia would be the many malls that you can find in Jakarta. These malls are not to be missed at any cost. The malls in Jakarta are a cultural phenomenon. They are not like malls that you have seen in your country. There are not just mere places to hang out; there are palaces where the western world and the Indonesian culture come to an amazing mixture. Unlike malls in other places, malls in Indonesia, specifically Jakarta are always crowded with people. You can find almost any thing here, from restaurants, shops, movie theaters, grocery stores, etc.
One of the biggest malls in Jakarta is the Grand Indonesia Shopping Town. This mall is huge even according to American proportions. The mall spans in two huge buildings in eight separate sores. The two buildings are connected by a five story skybridge. You can find almost anything, from handicrafts to high end goods. The best thing about this palace is that a large section of this mall is designed by the same people who designed the Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas. The shopping mall has various sections named as Paris, New York, Oriental Gardens and Moroccan markets.