Along the road to the embassy, from the Hotel Indonesia Roundabout to the Patung Kuda Monument, the Pope was seen waving his hand to the people welcoming him.
The Pope was in the passenger front seat of the Toyota Innova Zenik. While waving out to the residents, "The Smiling Pope," as he is called, also kept smiling.
At around 12:26 p.m. local time, Pope Francis and his entourage arrived at the Vatican Embassy to take a rest before continuing the agenda on Wednesday (September 4).
There was traffic around the Vatican Embassy when the Pope's car was passing by, but several motorcyclists patiently stopped to allow the entourage to pass.
Security personnel in black suits guarded the gate of the Vatican Embassy. Hundreds of police members also helped to escort the Pope's arrival.
Some people were waiting for the Pope in front of the embassy.
"I am so happy about the Pope's visit to Indonesia. I had waited for years, as it was postponed before. I feel this visit is on time, as Indonesia has many ongoing issues. I hope with the Pope's visit, Indonesia can become peaceful again," Maria, one of the people waiting there, stated.
Paula, from South Jakarta, was waiting on a hot day to see the Pope. She could not withhold her tears after having seen the Catholic church leader.
"I am happy. It is an honor to see the Pope visiting Indonesia. It was very touching. Hopefully, the Pope's visit will bring blessings and peace to Indonesia," she remarked.
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Translator: Lifia P, Kenzu
Editor: Azis Kurmala
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