CJ City of Ester

Population:

2700000

Map:

Kuta

Game Version:

• Cities XL 2012

SORRY FOR THE BOXED CARS
SORRY FOR THE BANKRUPT ICONS
SORRY FOR THE MESSY CITY
SORRY FOR THE GRAMMAR
SORRY FOR THE BAD STORY ATTEMPT
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"Dad, where are we going?"

"We're going to our old home, dear"

"Old home? Aren't our home is in our current one in Manado?"

"Hahaha...no dear, we're going to where we originally came from."

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During the 1980s, Indonesia experienced a major economic boom resulting in the expansion of infrastructure and technology not only in the Western regions, but also the Eastern regions. In 1998, however, a revolutionist movement broke out to overthrow the ruling president, which had ruled for over 30 years. In this peril moment, the coup succeeded and a new president was put into place. The new president turned out to be a fascist leader, resulting in more chaos and civil strife throughout the archipelago, resulting Timor Leste to secede from the Union. Subsequently, other territories shows disapproval towards Jakarta and secede, forming several nations as described in the picture.

Map of the Indonesian archipelago

As territories began to secede, the central government decided to 'take back' all of the territories with a military operation on all fronts. Wars broke out including the biblical Battle of Makassar Strait, the biggest naval battle in history, between the Eastern Indonesian Republic and the Republic of Indonesia, and also the Invasion of Lovina, which displaced the family from the story above.



Flag of the South East Islands Federation

This story/journal took place in the South East Islands Federation or Federasi Nusa Tenggara in its most western city, Ester.
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"Highston 77, Orion Tower, cleared to land runway 09, good day"
"Cleared to land, Highston 77"

The clear blue sea reflected the sun in its most beautiful way, reminding me of the beauty of this city. When I take refuge to Manado, this city is called Denpasar, a bustling low-rise paradise. Now, after 30 years, I'm back. It is kind of weird though, renaming it to Ester. As if, I have arrived in a mysterious unknown land.

"Dad! Wear your seatbelts!!'

"Oh! Okay dear, sorry!"

As soon as we touched down, I was right...it is a mysterious unknown land.

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WELCOME TO THE CITY OF ESTER​

Satellites view of the city and its districts.


THE AIRPORTS
Ester has 2 airports, one international, and one regional/military/private.
Ester-Orion International Airport serves all international and domestic destinations. It is the hub for the state-run airline Highston Air and Canaveral Air. There are numerous international airlines operating here on a daily basis and on seasonal basis, which include Air Koryo and Garuda Indonesia.


Top down view of Ester-Orion International Airport.

Its one runway (09/27) spans West to East on a piece of reclaimed land. On the top of the picture is the Passenger Terminal, with the International Terminal on the left and the Domestic and International Terminal on the center and stretches to the right. The airport also has a main building in the center which hosted a shopping mall and parking. To go to the city, the airport has a bus service and a tram service. Just right outside of the exit is the Walls Interchange to connect to the Over-Seas Toll Road, which connects the CBD and Northern parts, the Airport, and Karelia in the South.


The International Terminal (far left), and the Domestic/International Terminal (up front), with an expansion of the terminal under construction.

The second, smaller, airport located Northwest of the CBD is Southern Cross Airport. It serves private jets, some regional destinations, and a scrapyard/storage.



THE OVER-SEA TOLL ROAD
The really long toll road serves the CBD, Benoa Harbour, Ester-Orion Airport, and Karelia while continuing inland to the Formula Circuit. It was originally constructed in 1989 during the economic boom before the secession, but later expanded into Ester, Kencana, and Westend by the government.


Airport and Harbour interchanges to CBD


End of the toll road to Karelia and Kencana


Ester International Formula Circuit interchange.


Night view


Night view


Driving view from Westend into Ester and Central


Airport and Harbour interchange with view of the main CBD.

I'm getting tired typing all of this.....
I'm just gonna attach all pics....


The city has an extensive tram network spanning all northern parts and the Benoa-Nusa Dua strip. This one above is taken during peak hour at Westend.


The Walls Interchange at the airport. In the middle are remains of the old city fortress with a tram line running between them. Around it are offices.
Down left to Jimbaran and Southern Regions
Down to Over-Sea Toll Road
Top Right to the Cross and Westend
Top Left to airport
Down Left to CBD


Another pic


The Olympia district or Ester International Sporting Complex (EISC) consists of several arenas built for the 2020 Nusantara Games and 2032 Olympics. Notice the contrast between the complex and Jimbaran district on the right with old buildings.


The Ester International Formula Circuit (EIFC) is the archipelago's largest circuit. It was used in the 2018 F1 Grand Prix and the 2022 MotoGP.


The Motherland Greets statue located in Kencana symbolizes the blood of the people who fought for freedom. (Geography Now reference)


The Benoa Strip is a popular tourist destination with luxurious hotels, world class shops, beautiful beaches and elite residences. It is also a popular spot for watersports. Its most notable feature is the Ester Kempinski Hotel with the two triangular towers with windmills in the center. This strip also has its own tram line connecting Regatta Hotel to Nusa Dua area.


Benoa Strip at sunset.
Left to Right (back row)
Regatta Hotel and Apartments
Hyatt Benoa
JW Marriot Benoa
Casa Benoa Hotel
Ester Kempinski Hotel
Novotel Gateway and Peace Benoa Hotel
(front row)
Benoa Mall
Benoa Plaza
Benoa Residences

THE NORTHERN AREAS

Central CBD Streetview


Ester Tower, tallest in the archipelago and the nation. At the bottom is the Ester Opera Hall and the main bus terminal.


The dense downtown area consisted of many multinational companies and high-rises.


Nusa TV Tower, the tallest TV Tower in the nation.


View from the Skydeck of Nusa TV Tower. Nice right?

UHM......why does the website told me that I cant upload more pics?
okay then, stay tuned for part 2 or updates!
Botanical Gardens, Seville Row, Eastend, Trump, Ester, Essendon, and The Cross

About me:
My name is Mario and I've been playing Cities XL since 2011. This is my first CJ on the new site and I have published a CJ on the old side long time ago. Anyway, I am from Indonesia and currently studying in Melbourne, Australia. OK.......thnks....