World’s most densely populated island where locals spend 22 days a year stuck in traffic

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Nearly 145 million people live on the stunning island of Indonesia, which is so crowded that, on average, people spend 22 days a year stuck in traffic. One of the islands that comprise Indonesia is Java, which is also one of the most populated islands in the world.

The island is the thirteenth largest in the globe, with an area of over 138,794 square kilometres (53,588 square miles).

Its varied terrain consists of a lengthy coastline, rich plains, and volcanic mountains. Mount Merapi and Mount Bromo are two of Java’s active volcanoes.

According to a 2017 survey conducted by the Boston Consulting Group and the transportation company Uber, drivers in Jakarta work an average of 22 days a year in traffic.

Compared to many other large Asian cities, where drivers spend an average of 19 days trapped in traffic, this number was greater.

“Drivers in Jakarta spend an average of 68 minutes in traffic and 21 minutes looking for parking in a day,” stated John Colombo, head of public policy and government affairs for Uber Indonesia.

According to the report, 74% of Jakartans missed significant occasions including wedding celebrations, doctor’s visits, job interviews, and funerals because they couldn’t locate a parking spot.

Aside from this, the island has a long history that includes evidence of ancient kingdoms that had a big impact on Southeast Asia, like the Majapahit, Sailendra, and Tarumanagara empires.

Numerous historical and cultural landmarks, including as the Prambanan temples and Borobudur temples, which are UNESCO World Heritage sites, can be found there.

Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park, Dieng Plateau, several beaches, and volcanic landscapes are only a few of the island’s varied natural features.

Java boasts a sophisticated transportation system that includes highways, railroads, and airports. Tanjung Priok in Jakarta serves as the island’s principal port.

Buses and commuter trains are part of the vast public transport networks in places like Jakarta and Bandung.

Drivers who have experienced Java’s traffic system have issued warnings to others.

One user said: “I would advise not driving through Java. I’m an American who has been here in Java and Bali for 14 years. Hire a driver and take the train. Stop in west Bali and say hello in Pemuteran.”

Another person added: “For one thing, because they are moving more slowly, traffic jams in large cities aren’t really that dangerous.

“My worst experiences on the road in Java (not me driving) are the huge busses, trucks and containers flying by and swerving in and out on the country roads, not to mention the motorbikes weaving in and out of traffic. You will also have to deal with the narrow roads that are shared with livestock food carts etc. It will not be a relaxing drive at all.”

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