Jakarta Cathedral

Jakarta Cathedral is the Roman Catholic cathedral in central Jakarta and the seat of the Archdiocese of Jakarta, built in a Neo-Gothic style dating to the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It is a prominent religious building in the city center.

The cathedral’s architectural highlights include pointed arches, stained glass and a cruciform plan typical of Neo-Gothic churches; many visitors come to attend services or to view the interior architecture. Its location directly opposite the national Istiqlal Mosque makes it a frequent stop on cultural and religious tours of central Jakarta.

The cathedral grew from the colonial-era Catholic parish established under Dutch rule and was rebuilt in its present Neo-Gothic form around the turn of the 20th century following earlier, smaller church buildings. It has served continuously as the archdiocesan church since that period.

The building sits in Central Jakarta near Merdeka Square and Gambir railway station, within the administrative core of the capital city.

• Nearby landmark: Sits directly across from the national **Istiqlal Mosque**, creating a notable juxtaposition of major Catholic and Muslim places of worship in central Jakarta.
• Function: Functions as the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Jakarta and hosts regular masses and diocesan events.