Indonesia Nutz and Bolts
The Basics
Country: Indonesia
Where is it?: Indonesia is in southeastern Asia, archipelago between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean.
Why do people go here?: With hundreds of unique islands, Indonesia has an immense amount of cultures and landscapes that it could take a traveler a lifetime to explore – and even understand. Those who take the time to get to the heart of Indonesia are rarely disappointed.
What are the main entry points?: Depending upon where you are coming from, there are millions of ways to get to Indonesia. Most travelers start in the legendary island of Bali.
Currency used: Rupiah
Country Code for Phones: 62
Area codes for Major Cities: Jakarta 21, Bali 361
Religion: Muslim 88%, Protestant 5%, Roman Catholic 3%, Hindu 2%, Buddhist 1%, other 1%
Population: 23,845,952
Ethnic Groups: Javanese 45%, Sundanese 14%, Madurese 7.5%, coastal Malays 7.5%, other 26%
Government: Republic
Languages: Bahasa Indonesia, English, Dutch
Major Cities: Bali, Medan, Surabaya, Padang
Attractions: Bali, Lombok, Sumatra
Accommodation: Indonesia Hostels
Tourism Office locations and links: Indonesia Tourism Office
Tips for Visiting
Off-the-Beaten-Path: Irian Jaya, Komodo & Rinca
Health Issues:
When to go: Bali sits 8 degrees south of the equator and enjoys a year round tropical monsoon climate. There is little seasonal variation in temperature and the main seasons are wet season and dry season. December through February is the wettest time of the year and July to September the driest.
Specific Events/Holidays: Indonesia has so many events it would be impossible to list all of them. Check Baliblog.com if you’re headed to Bali.
Getting Around: Getting around Indonesia is done in a variety of ways: trains, ferries, buses, rickshaws, motorbikes and good ole fashion walking. Most village transport are are pick-up trucks with rows of seats along each side.
Good to know: BootsnAll has one of the best sites on everything about Bali. Check out Baliblog
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