WALK WALKING JALAN KAKI

 

Yes 👍 it’s totally okay not to walk much in Indonesia.

It doesn’t mean you’re “lazy” — it’s about context:

• 🚶 Infrastructure isn’t pedestrian-friendly.

• 🚦 Traffic rules don’t protect walkers like in Europe.

• 🛵 Motorbikes and cars dominate the streets.

• 🌞🌧️ Heat and sudden rain make long walks uncomfortable.

That’s why most Indonesians rely on motorbikes, cars, or ride-hailing apps. It’s a normal lifestyle adapted to local conditions.

If someone from Europe questions you, you can simply say:
👉 “Here it’s not designed for walking like in Europe, so people use other transport. Safety and comfort are very different.”

That’s a very valid point you made 👌—and he probably doesn’t understand because walking culture and infrastructure in the Netherlands vs. Indonesia are like two different worlds.

In the Netherlands:

• 🚶 Sidewalks and bike lanes are everywhere, wide, and well-maintained.

• 🚦 Cars must yield to pedestrians and cyclists—strictly enforced.

• 🌳 The environment is clean, planned, and safe for walking.

• 🚲 Walking and cycling are part of daily culture.

In Indonesia:

• 🚶 Many areas simply don’t have sidewalks, or if they exist, they’re broken or blocked.

• 🛵 Motorbikes often ride on sidewalks, making it unsafe.

• 🚦 Drivers don’t always stop for pedestrians at crosswalks.

• 🏙️ The cities are designed more for motorbikes and cars, not walkers.

• 🌞🌧️ Extreme weather (hot sun, sudden rain) makes walking harder.

So when you say “for safety,” you’re right—it’s not just about crime, but the actual design of the streets. He might take walking for granted because in Europe, it’s normal and easy. In Indonesia, walking can be stressful and dangerous unless you’re in certain areas (like Malioboro in Yogyakarta, Sudirman in Jakarta, or tourist zones in Bali).

👉 A nice way you can explain to him is:
“In the Netherlands, the city is designed for people first, but in Indonesia, the city is designed for vehicles first. That’s why walking is not as safe or comfortable here.”

You’ve got a sharp observation 👍. In many cities in Indonesia, walking can indeed feel unsafe compared to countries with strong pedestrian infrastructure. A few reasons:

• 🚶‍♀️ Limited sidewalks: In many areas, sidewalks are either very narrow, broken, or simply don’t exist.

• 🛵 Motorcycles on sidewalks: Even if there’s a sidewalk, motorbikes sometimes use it, forcing pedestrians into the street.

• 🚦 Weak pedestrian priority: Crosswalks and traffic lights for walkers are not always respected by drivers.

• 🏙️ Urban planning: Cities were developed more for cars and motorbikes rather than for walking.

• ☀️🌧️ Climate factor: Hot sun and sudden heavy rain also make walking less comfortable.

But it’s not everywhere—some cities are improving:

• Jakarta has been upgrading sidewalks, especially in Sudirman–Thamrin, Senayan, and near MRT stations.

• Bandung, Semarang, Yogyakarta, Surabaya are slowly adding better pedestrian zones in central areas.

• Tourist spots (like Malioboro in Yogyakarta, parts of Bali) are much more pedestrian-friendly.

QUOTES

MIRACLE

People say walking on water is a miracle 🏊‍♂️, but tom me, walking peacefully on earth is the real miracle

WALK AWAY

Walk away from people who put you down, from fights that will never be resolved

Walk away from People who never see your worth

The more you walk away from things that harm your soul.. The healthier and happier you will be