Geography
Geography
Located between the Pacific Ocean and Indian Ocean, it is home to world’s 4th largest population. It consists of more than 17,000 island and it also shares 4 islands with its neighbouring countries. Borneo is shared with Malaysia and Brunei. Sebatik, which is located eastern coast of Kalimantan is shared with Malaysia. Third island, Timor is shared with East Timor and lastly, New Guinea is shared with Papua New Guinea.
Population
Population
264 million and counting, Indonesia is the most populated Muslim-majority country and world’s most populated island; Java Island is home to more than half of the entire Indonesian population.
Religion
Religion
Islam, Protestantism, Catholicism, Hinduism, Buddhism and Confucianism.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
History
History
The history of Indonesia can be traced back to over a million years ago. They began learning to make iron and bronze in 400 B.C. to trade with India and China, which led to the influence of Hinduism and Buddhism in its culture. Islam was brought to Indonesia by Indian merchants. Dutch, Portuguese and Japanese are among the people who had their role in Indonesian history before the nation declared their independence on17 August 1945.
Culture
Culture
Diversity is the main feature in Indonesian culture. Aside from original and commonly practiced Java tradition, the unique Indonesian culture also comes from foreign influences. Some of the culture is best enjoyed through entertainment such as musical performance of gamelan, dances that reflect cultural diversity of its various ethnic and religious groups and watching Javanese martial arts known as Pencak Silat.
Language
Language
Main language used is Bahasa Indonesia. However, there other 700 known active languages in Indonesia
What to do there?
What to do there?
It is so hard not to love Indonesia where the people there are polite, soft spoken and friendly. Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia is mainly about busy looking streets with variety of items to shop. Like other metropolitan, Jakarta has its own history and heritage buildings that travellers can explore. Jakarta is commonly favoured by tourists as a family-friendly destination too as it offers many activities suitable for your loved ones from city tours, extreme adventures, nature exploration, nightlife activities and of course plenty of food hunting!
Visit the many islands and discover activities like seawalking and diving with manta rays in Nusa Dua. With 17,000 islands scattered around the entire nation, Indonesia offers the best underwater views, scenic beaches and favoured water activities like island hopping, scuba diving, snorkeling and surfing. Some of the famous islands include Bali, Nusa Dua and Lombok to name a few. With 6,000 undiscovered islands, Indonesia has many newly developed islands like Flores and Raja Ampat that are definitely worth visiting.
Also perfect for every nature lover, some of the many districts in Indonesia offers beautiful forests, scenic mountains, waterfalls, lakes and volcanic mountains. Join outdoor trips to hike Mount Rinjani in Lombok, Mount Batur in Bali, Mount Semeru in Malang, Mount Bromo in Java and Mount Semeru in East Java.
Visit the many islands and discover activities like seawalking and diving with manta rays in Nusa Dua. With 17,000 islands scattered around the entire nation, Indonesia offers the best underwater views, scenic beaches and favoured water activities like island hopping, scuba diving, snorkeling and surfing. Some of the famous islands include Bali, Nusa Dua and Lombok to name a few. With 6,000 undiscovered islands, Indonesia has many newly developed islands like Flores and Raja Ampat that are definitely worth visiting.
Also perfect for every nature lover, some of the many districts in Indonesia offers beautiful forests, scenic mountains, waterfalls, lakes and volcanic mountains. Join outdoor trips to hike Mount Rinjani in Lombok, Mount Batur in Bali, Mount Semeru in Malang, Mount Bromo in Java and Mount Semeru in East Java.
What to see there?
What to see there?
There are plenty of places to visit. Despite the weather being hot and humid at most time of the year, the country offers interesting sights and attractions to every tourist. Solo travellers can discover the city of Jakarta by foot, bicycle or renting a motorcycle. For a romantic getaway with your partner, Gili Islands in Bali offers peaceful retreats where you can choose to visit Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air. The scenic sunset views at the beaches around Indonesia is great for you to enjoy dining by the beach with your family or friends too.
Head to capital of Jakarta to explore the urban lifestyle and lively ambience of the city. One of the busiest cities in the world, the traffic can be ridiculous at times and it can be stressful if you are driving. Best that you explore Jakarta by foot or motorcycle, or rent a driver to bring you around town if you are in groups. Visit Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, a great park where you can explore miniatures of the actual states and districts in entire Indonesia. Expect your trip here to explore the architecture, arts, landscape and cultural learning.
Visit Bandung, the fourth largest city in Indonesia with a relatively cool tropical weather. Travellers from Southeast Asia usually come here to shop in bulk and purchase wholesale clothing, textiles and handicrafts as they are affordable. Aside from the famous Pasar Baru Trade Centre and Cihampelas Walk, expect to find many factory outlets around Jalan Riau and Jalan Setiabudi where you can buy affordable fashion items. Go for sightseeing at crater lakes such as Kawah Putih and Tangkuban Perahu to experience it yourself.
Indonesia is rich of culture and heritage. You can visit the famous candi such as Borobodur Temple and Prabanan Temple in Yogyakarta. Be sure to wait for the amazing sunset view at both temples and watch the traditional dance performance. Other famous tourist spots in Yogyakarta include Jalan Malioboro for shopping, Pindul Cave for nature, Timang Beach for a wide view of the Indian ocean and Bukit Bintang for a lookout point of the city of Yogyakarta.
Head to capital of Jakarta to explore the urban lifestyle and lively ambience of the city. One of the busiest cities in the world, the traffic can be ridiculous at times and it can be stressful if you are driving. Best that you explore Jakarta by foot or motorcycle, or rent a driver to bring you around town if you are in groups. Visit Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, a great park where you can explore miniatures of the actual states and districts in entire Indonesia. Expect your trip here to explore the architecture, arts, landscape and cultural learning.
Visit Bandung, the fourth largest city in Indonesia with a relatively cool tropical weather. Travellers from Southeast Asia usually come here to shop in bulk and purchase wholesale clothing, textiles and handicrafts as they are affordable. Aside from the famous Pasar Baru Trade Centre and Cihampelas Walk, expect to find many factory outlets around Jalan Riau and Jalan Setiabudi where you can buy affordable fashion items. Go for sightseeing at crater lakes such as Kawah Putih and Tangkuban Perahu to experience it yourself.
Indonesia is rich of culture and heritage. You can visit the famous candi such as Borobodur Temple and Prabanan Temple in Yogyakarta. Be sure to wait for the amazing sunset view at both temples and watch the traditional dance performance. Other famous tourist spots in Yogyakarta include Jalan Malioboro for shopping, Pindul Cave for nature, Timang Beach for a wide view of the Indian ocean and Bukit Bintang for a lookout point of the city of Yogyakarta.
What is it known for?
What is it known for?
- Nature
- Food
- Shopping
- Nightlife
- Culture
- Religion
- History
- Arts
- Food
- Sports
- Architecture
- Mountains
- Forest
- Wildlife
- Entertainment
- Ecotourism
- Extreme
Useful local terms
Useful local terms
- Bisa? (Is it possible? Can?)
- Iya (Yes)
- Tidak (No)
- Selamat pagi (Good morning)
- Selamat siang (Good day)
- Selamat sore (Good evening)
- Terima kasih (Thank you)
- Bagaimana caranya ke sana? (How to get there?)
- Berapa harganya? (How much does it cost?)
- Macet (Traffic jammed)
- Permisi (Excuse me - to get past)
- Kurang pedas (Less spicy)
- Kamar (Room)
- Bis (Bus)
- Kamar kecil (Toilet)
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- If you use the local money changer service, find an authorised one to avoid being scammed. However, it is always safer for you to have your money exchanged in Indonesian Rupiah at your homeland prior to the trip.
- The bargaining culture practiced around Indonesia is a great opportunity for any type of traveller’s budget. Find plenty of affordable options for accommodation, food and drinks, travel services, public facilities and shopping are definitely loved by tourists from all over the world.
- Being widely populated, do expect crowds and traffic jams in major cities and tourist attractions.
Find plenty of experiences in the largest archipelago country in the world! Indonesia is home to over 17,000 islands and populated by 264 million people.
Find plenty of experiences in the largest archipelago country in the world! Indonesia is home to over 17,000 islands and populated by 264 million people.
Geography
Geography
Located between the Pacific Ocean and Indian Ocean, it is home to world’s 4th largest population. It consists of more than 17,000 island and it also shares 4 islands with its neighbouring countries. Borneo is shared with Malaysia and Brunei. Sebatik, which is located eastern coast of Kalimantan is shared with Malaysia. Third island, Timor is shared with East Timor and lastly, New Guinea is shared with Papua New Guinea.
Population
Population
264 million and counting, Indonesia is the most populated Muslim-majority country and world’s most populated island; Java Island is home to more than half of the entire Indonesian population.
Religion
Religion
Islam, Protestantism, Catholicism, Hinduism, Buddhism and Confucianism.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
History
History
The history of Indonesia can be traced back to over a million years ago. They began learning to make iron and bronze in 400 B.C. to trade with India and China, which led to the influence of Hinduism and Buddhism in its culture. Islam was brought to Indonesia by Indian merchants. Dutch, Portuguese and Japanese are among the people who had their role in Indonesian history before the nation declared their independence on17 August 1945.
Culture
Culture
Diversity is the main feature in Indonesian culture. Aside from original and commonly practiced Java tradition, the unique Indonesian culture also comes from foreign influences. Some of the culture is best enjoyed through entertainment such as musical performance of gamelan, dances that reflect cultural diversity of its various ethnic and religious groups and watching Javanese martial arts known as Pencak Silat.
Language
Language
Main language used is Bahasa Indonesia. However, there other 700 known active languages in Indonesia
What to do there?
What to do there?
It is so hard not to love Indonesia where the people there are polite, soft spoken and friendly. Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia is mainly about busy looking streets with variety of items to shop. Like other metropolitan, Jakarta has its own history and heritage buildings that travellers can explore. Jakarta is commonly favoured by tourists as a family-friendly destination too as it offers many activities suitable for your loved ones from city tours, extreme adventures, nature exploration, nightlife activities and of course plenty of food hunting!
Visit the many islands and discover activities like seawalking and diving with manta rays in Nusa Dua. With 17,000 islands scattered around the entire nation, Indonesia offers the best underwater views, scenic beaches and favoured water activities like island hopping, scuba diving, snorkeling and surfing. Some of the famous islands include Bali, Nusa Dua and Lombok to name a few. With 6,000 undiscovered islands, Indonesia has many newly developed islands like Flores and Raja Ampat that are definitely worth visiting.
Also perfect for every nature lover, some of the many districts in Indonesia offers beautiful forests, scenic mountains, waterfalls, lakes and volcanic mountains. Join outdoor trips to hike Mount Rinjani in Lombok, Mount Batur in Bali, Mount Semeru in Malang, Mount Bromo in Java and Mount Semeru in East Java.
Visit the many islands and discover activities like seawalking and diving with manta rays in Nusa Dua. With 17,000 islands scattered around the entire nation, Indonesia offers the best underwater views, scenic beaches and favoured water activities like island hopping, scuba diving, snorkeling and surfing. Some of the famous islands include Bali, Nusa Dua and Lombok to name a few. With 6,000 undiscovered islands, Indonesia has many newly developed islands like Flores and Raja Ampat that are definitely worth visiting.
Also perfect for every nature lover, some of the many districts in Indonesia offers beautiful forests, scenic mountains, waterfalls, lakes and volcanic mountains. Join outdoor trips to hike Mount Rinjani in Lombok, Mount Batur in Bali, Mount Semeru in Malang, Mount Bromo in Java and Mount Semeru in East Java.
What to see there?
What to see there?
There are plenty of places to visit. Despite the weather being hot and humid at most time of the year, the country offers interesting sights and attractions to every tourist. Solo travellers can discover the city of Jakarta by foot, bicycle or renting a motorcycle. For a romantic getaway with your partner, Gili Islands in Bali offers peaceful retreats where you can choose to visit Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air. The scenic sunset views at the beaches around Indonesia is great for you to enjoy dining by the beach with your family or friends too.
Head to capital of Jakarta to explore the urban lifestyle and lively ambience of the city. One of the busiest cities in the world, the traffic can be ridiculous at times and it can be stressful if you are driving. Best that you explore Jakarta by foot or motorcycle, or rent a driver to bring you around town if you are in groups. Visit Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, a great park where you can explore miniatures of the actual states and districts in entire Indonesia. Expect your trip here to explore the architecture, arts, landscape and cultural learning.
Visit Bandung, the fourth largest city in Indonesia with a relatively cool tropical weather. Travellers from Southeast Asia usually come here to shop in bulk and purchase wholesale clothing, textiles and handicrafts as they are affordable. Aside from the famous Pasar Baru Trade Centre and Cihampelas Walk, expect to find many factory outlets around Jalan Riau and Jalan Setiabudi where you can buy affordable fashion items. Go for sightseeing at crater lakes such as Kawah Putih and Tangkuban Perahu to experience it yourself.
Indonesia is rich of culture and heritage. You can visit the famous candi such as Borobodur Temple and Prabanan Temple in Yogyakarta. Be sure to wait for the amazing sunset view at both temples and watch the traditional dance performance. Other famous tourist spots in Yogyakarta include Jalan Malioboro for shopping, Pindul Cave for nature, Timang Beach for a wide view of the Indian ocean and Bukit Bintang for a lookout point of the city of Yogyakarta.
Head to capital of Jakarta to explore the urban lifestyle and lively ambience of the city. One of the busiest cities in the world, the traffic can be ridiculous at times and it can be stressful if you are driving. Best that you explore Jakarta by foot or motorcycle, or rent a driver to bring you around town if you are in groups. Visit Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, a great park where you can explore miniatures of the actual states and districts in entire Indonesia. Expect your trip here to explore the architecture, arts, landscape and cultural learning.
Visit Bandung, the fourth largest city in Indonesia with a relatively cool tropical weather. Travellers from Southeast Asia usually come here to shop in bulk and purchase wholesale clothing, textiles and handicrafts as they are affordable. Aside from the famous Pasar Baru Trade Centre and Cihampelas Walk, expect to find many factory outlets around Jalan Riau and Jalan Setiabudi where you can buy affordable fashion items. Go for sightseeing at crater lakes such as Kawah Putih and Tangkuban Perahu to experience it yourself.
Indonesia is rich of culture and heritage. You can visit the famous candi such as Borobodur Temple and Prabanan Temple in Yogyakarta. Be sure to wait for the amazing sunset view at both temples and watch the traditional dance performance. Other famous tourist spots in Yogyakarta include Jalan Malioboro for shopping, Pindul Cave for nature, Timang Beach for a wide view of the Indian ocean and Bukit Bintang for a lookout point of the city of Yogyakarta.
What is it known for?
What is it known for?
- Nature
- Food
- Shopping
- Nightlife
- Culture
- Religion
- History
- Arts
- Food
- Sports
- Architecture
- Mountains
- Forest
- Wildlife
- Entertainment
- Ecotourism
- Extreme
Useful local terms
Useful local terms
- Bisa? (Is it possible? Can?)
- Iya (Yes)
- Tidak (No)
- Selamat pagi (Good morning)
- Selamat siang (Good day)
- Selamat sore (Good evening)
- Terima kasih (Thank you)
- Bagaimana caranya ke sana? (How to get there?)
- Berapa harganya? (How much does it cost?)
- Macet (Traffic jammed)
- Permisi (Excuse me - to get past)
- Kurang pedas (Less spicy)
- Kamar (Room)
- Bis (Bus)
- Kamar kecil (Toilet)
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- If you use the local money changer service, find an authorised one to avoid being scammed. However, it is always safer for you to have your money exchanged in Indonesian Rupiah at your homeland prior to the trip.
- The bargaining culture practiced around Indonesia is a great opportunity for any type of traveller’s budget. Find plenty of affordable options for accommodation, food and drinks, travel services, public facilities and shopping are definitely loved by tourists from all over the world.
- Being widely populated, do expect crowds and traffic jams in major cities and tourist attractions.
