Chennai , General info:
5/10

Formerly known as Madras, Chennai is the capital of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Located on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal, Chennai is the fourth largest metropolitan city in India and one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world.The city is home to much of India's automobile industry and is the country's second-largest exporter of information technology (IT) and information-technology-enabled services (ITES).

Chennai , Cheap stuff:
5/10

Textile in T.Nagar

Chennai , Don't miss:
3/10

The Marina Beach runs for 12 km along the shoreline of the city.

The city is known for its classical dance shows and Hindu temples.

Chennai , Safety:
3/10

The city faces problems of traffic congestion.

Jakarta , General info:
5/10

Jakarta is the capital of Indonesia. It's located in Java island.

Jakarta is divided into five areas: Central Jakarta, West Jakarta, East Jakarta, North Jakarta, South Jakarta.

Long time ago, during Dutch colonial, it was called Batavia.

The sea port is Tanjung Priok, and the airport is Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.

Jakarta , Food:
5/10

Jakarta, as the heart of the country, has many food from around Indonesia.

Its own traditional food are: kerak telor, gado-gado, ketupat sayur.

You can always find foreign fast food at the malls, e.g.: Kentucky Fried Chicken, McDonald's, etc.

Jakarta , Hotels:
5/10

You can find many five stars hotel here.

For the backpackers, you can always stay at motels at Jaksa Street, in Central Jakarta.

Jakarta , Safety:
6/10

In some areas, safety can be a concern. If you are in the taxi, please always lock the doors. Don't show or hold your valuable things, e.g. purse, wallet, or cell phones. Don't take phone calls when your vehicle stops at traffic light.