Indonesia, a vast archipelago of over 17,000 islands, is a symphony of contrasts and wonders. From the bustle of Jakarta to the serene beaches of Bali, it offers a kaleidoscope of cultures, languages and landscapes. Home to ancient temples such as Borobudur, the world's largest Buddhist monument, and lush rainforests teeming with life, Indonesia is a land where tradition and modernity coexist in a delicate dance. The scent of incense mingles with the sea breeze, while the haunting melodies of the gamelan waft through the air. This nation, where the equator divides the earth, is a place of mystical beauty, where each island tells its own story - of volcanic fury, of timeless ritual, of a people whose warmth and resilience run as deep as the seas that bind them together. Indonesia is not just a destination; it is an experience that lingers in the soul.
Tropical; hot, humid; more moderate in highlands
Javanese 40.1%, Sundanese 15.5%, Malay 3.7%, Batak 3.6%, Madurese 3%, Betawi 2.9%, Minangkabau 2.7%, Buginese 2.7%, Bantenese 2%, Banjarese 1.7%
Aggressive body language such as hands on hips or crossed arms is considered to be in poor taste. Try to express dissatisfaction without loud body language.
Nasi Goreng — rice stir-fried with shrimp, shallots, and soy sauce and topped with a fried egg; often accompanied with a grilled sausage
One of the fastest growing economies and largest in Southeast Asia; upper middle-income country; human capital and competitiveness phase of its 20-year development plan; COVID-19 reversed poverty reduction trajectory; strengthening financial resilience
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