Oud Batavia Traditional Cache

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mastra27: Just see photo from Wiking009, oh my, this is something new for me. Sorry for this situation !
I guess no way to maintain it now.

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Hidden : 1/13/2013
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size: micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:


Kota Tua is a small area in Jakarta, also known as Old Jakarta or Old Batavia (Dutch: Oud Batavia). Kota is Indonesian word for "city", it was the reminiscent of the vicinity during colonial times in 16th century that the city was only within Batavia walled compound (today Kota), while the surrounding areas was only kampung (villages), orchards, and ricefields. Dubbed "The Jewel of Asia" and "Queen of the East" in the 16th century by European sailors, Old Jakarta — or Batavia, as it was named by the Dutch — was once a center of commerce for the whole continent due to its strategic location and abundant resources.

As important settlement, urban center, and the center of commerce in Asia since 16th century, Oud Batavia is home of several important historical sites and buildings. Nowadays, many remaining historical buildings and architecture are steadily deteriorating; at best, "dilapidated". However, there is still much hope in restoring the area, especially with various non-profit organizations, private institutions, and even the government recently stepping up to the plate to rejuvenate Old Jakarta's legacy.

Now the space in old buildings are frequently rented for photography, advertising, pre-wedding and model shooting. The cache is located on 2nd floor, roofless, so you will not have problem with GPS. There's "guard" on the main door, but I am sure you will not have problem getting in, just say you want to look around (hide your camera) ;) Happy hunting !

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Qbbejnl, rlr yriry

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)


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