The Betawi (Orang Betawi in Indonesian language meaning "people of Batavia"; also called Betokaw in Betawi slang) are the descendants of the people living around Batavia (the colonial name for Jakarta) from around the 17th century.[1] The Betawis are a creole ethnic group from various parts of Indonesia, such as Malay, Sundanese, Javanese, Balinese, Minangkabau, Bugis, Makassar, and Ambonese, also include foreign ethnic groups such as Mardijker, Portuguese, Dutch, Arab, Chinese and Indian, who was originally brought to or attracted to Batavia to meet labour needs. They have a culture and language distinct from the surrounding Sundanese and Javanese. The Betawis are known for their music, traditions, food, egalitarianism, and being Muslim.