Fact 1
The city is nicknamed the 'Big Durian', a fruit that is thorny and has a pungent smell. It's seen similar to New York City, or the 'Big Apple.'
Fact 2
Jakarta is prone to flooding and is sinking at about 10 centimeters a year. The city is projected to be flooded by 2030.
Fact 3
In 1966, Jakarta was declared a 'special capital city district', making it more of a province, as it has a governor instead of a mayor and is divided into sub-regions.
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