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Overview

Indonesia, officially the Republic of Indonesia, is a country in Southeast Asia and Oceania between the Indian and Pacific oceans. It consists of more than seventeen thousand islands, including Sumatra, Java, Sulawesi, and parts of Borneo and New Guinea. Indonesia is the world's largest island country and the 14th-largest country by land area, at 1,904,569 square kilometers. With over 267 million people, it is the world's 4th-most populous country as well as the most populous Muslim-majority country.

Indonesia - Quick Facts

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Languages

Indonesian

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Continent

Asia

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Population

273.52 million

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Capital City

Jakarta

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Best Time to Visit

May to September

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Drinkable Tap Water

No

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Religion

Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, traditional indigenous religions.

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Plug Type

Type C, Type F, Type G

Safety

Overall Safety

6.1/10

Solo Female Travel

6.0/10

LGBTQ Safety

4.0/10

Travel Advisory

Level 2 - Exercise increased caution

Indonesia is relatively safe to visit, provided you follow some basic safety rules. The crime rate is moderate, and the main issues are related to petty theft, corruption, and vandalism.

Remember to get your travel insurance! Our recommended insurer is SafetyWing

Budget

Currency

Rp - Indonesian Rupiah

Cost of Living

$$$$$

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Places to Visit in Indonesia

Couple climbing a wooden ladder to treehouse accommodations with stunning coastal views in Bali, Indonesia, under a dramatic sky.

Bali, Indonesia

Sunset over the rocky shoreline of Gili Air, Indonesia, with vibrant orange skies reflecting on the waves and a silhouette of an island in the background.

Gili Air

Cityscape of Jakarta, Indonesia, featuring modern skyscrapers and palm trees lining the street under a clear blue sky.

Jakarta

Sunset view over Komodo Island, featuring vibrant orange and yellow skies reflected on calm waters with silhouetted mountains in the background.

Komodo Island

Aerial view of the stunning Nusa Penida coastline in Bali, Indonesia, showcasing a unique rock formation surrounded by vibrant turquoise waters and waves crashing against the shore.

Nusa Penida

Historic water palace in Yogyakarta, Indonesia featuring ornamental pots, a central fountain, and traditional architecture under a bright sky.

Yogyakarta

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